Elementary School Principal

Job Description

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted on Frontline : www.applitrack.com/dioceseofwichita/onlineapp
1/16/2026 - JobID: 1479

Location:
Holy Name Catholic School - Coffeyville, KS

Holy Name Catholic Parish is seeking a dynamic building principal for grades K-6.

Candidates must:

Be a practicing Catholic steward who is committed to a mission of forming disciples of Jesus Christ
Eligible for Kansas licensure as an administrator
Be a strong communicator
Have experience working with elementary students
Have organizational skills
Have Teacher/Student Supervision experience
The elementary level principal has responsibility for providing religious and academic formation within an orderly environment. Parish school principals are directly accountable to the pastor. Diocesan high school administrators are directly accountable to the Superintendent of Schools. Principals must have a valid diocesan administrator's contract in force at all times.

Elementary Principal - job description

Cooperates with the pastor to carry out the Church's teaching mission in the school. Promulgates teachings consistent with established Catholic principles and conducts self at all times in a manner consistent with Catholic moral standards.
Communicates with the pastor on all matters concerning the school, particularly on legal and financial matters.
Builds a faith community among faculty, staff, and families, modeling and promoting Catholic virtues through word and action.
Is responsible for hiring highly qualified, fully licensed teachers and following diocesan non-renewal or termination procedures.
Visits classrooms regularly to observe teaching, promote implementation of approved curriculum, provide constructive feedback, evaluate teachers, and monitor student achievement.
Provides spiritual formation and professional development opportunities for faculty.
Cooperates with the CSO in all matters pertaining to diocesan policy, guidelines, and programs, and consults with the CSO on all matters that could legally affect the school.
Supervises the operation of the building and facilities to maintain safety and efficiency.
Collaborates with the School Council.
Oversees all school athletic and activity programs.
Exercises jurisdiction in the pastor's name over any fundraising or development activity carried on by the school or in the school's name by any organization.
Manages budget according to diocesan guidelines.
Meets the requirements of the Diocesan Catholic School Formation and Certification program and the diocesan program for the protection of children. (VIRTUS)
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Certification/License: Kansas Administrative License
Experience: A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level, preferably in more than one grade level.
Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. PowerSchool knowledge is a plus
Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments.
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Language:

Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person

About the Employer

Holy Name Catholic School unites parish and parents to provide a quality Catholic education, so students grow to know, love & serve God as a disciple of Jesus Christ.