Principal

Job Description

Position: Catholic Elementary School Principal |Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
1003 E. Victory Drive | Savannah, GA 31405 | www.bss-savannah.org
General Information:
Situated on Savannah's beautiful Victory Drive, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School is a parish school serving approximately 450 students in grades PK4 to eight supported by 50 members of the administration, faculty and staff. Founded in 1939 with help from the Sisters of Mercy, Blessed Sacrament Catholic School remains rooted in faith and committed to academic excellence. The community of Blessed Sacrament Catholic School prepares and empowers children to lead, love, and serve God, the Church, and the world.
Under the supervision of the Pastor, the Principal fulfills the mission of the Catholic school serving as the spiritual, educational, visionary, relational and managerial leader charged with implementing the philosophy, mission, and management of the school. The principal is responsible for the professionalism of the faculty and staff, educational achievements of students, and cultivating a mutually positive relationship with the school and parish communities.
Professional Requirements
o Hold a Master's degree and state certification in a field of education with preference in Educational Administration/Supervision and/or Leadership; AND
o Have completed, at minimum, 3-5 years of successful teaching experience; AND
o Earn the *Catholic School Leadership Certificate from Creighton University if credentials do not include evidence of Catholic school experience (see below); AND
o Complete catechetical certification; AND
o Maintain recency-of-credit (six college credits or its equivalent) every five years; AND
o Complete VIRTUS training; AND
o Provide fingerprints and pass level 2 criminal background check.
o Leadership experience preferred.
Personal Requirements
o Be a practicing Catholic in good standing with the Catholic Church; AND
o Exhibit an understanding of Catholic Theology and philosophy of Catholic education; AND
o Exhibit a personal philosophy, values, and lifestyle, which are consistent with the Catholic church; AND
o Possess the ability to work collaboratively with parish administration, diocesan personnel, faculty/staff, parents and parish organizations; AND
o Articulate and implement a vision for the school in areas of spirituality, management, curriculum, advancement, and technology; AND
o Create an atmosphere of welcome and open dialogue; AND
o Provide three (3) reference including one from his/her pastor.
*The Catholic School Leadership (CSL) Certificate is a 12-credit graduate program designed for current and aspiring Catholic school leaders working in Catholic schools who may already have a master's degree and/or do not have teaching or leadership experience in Catholic schools.
Send resume and cover letter to: Carrie Jane Williamson | Superintendent of Schools
Catholic Diocese of Savannah | 2170 E. Victory Drive | Savannah, GA 31404
cjwilliamson@diosav.org
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2026

About the Employer

Catholic Diocese of Savannah, 70 Parishes over the southern half of Georgia.