Principal

Job Description

https://partnersinmission.com/st.-josephs-ga-principal-search

About St. Joseph's Catholic School
St. Joseph's Catholic School in Macon, Georgia, is seeking a dynamic, faith-filled Principal to lead its vibrant, Christ-centered parish school beginning July 2026. Rooted in the Catholic tradition and the mission of the Diocese of Savannah, St. Joseph's forms disciples through rigorous academics, daily lived faith, and a warm community of students, families, faculty, staff, and parish.

Located in the heart of Macon and closely partnered with St. Joseph Catholic Church, the school integrates Catholic faith and virtue with strong core academics, meaningful student life, and service. With over 152 years of Catholic education, the school has a student body of 210. The community is distinguished by an active sacramental and devotional life, engaged parents and parishioners, and a welcoming culture that prioritizes the dignity of each child.

Students grow through rich liturgical and devotional traditions, service to others, and a supportive school culture that values character, leadership, and Christian witness. The school collaborates closely with parish and diocesan partners to ensure mission effectiveness and long-term vitality.

St. Joseph's Catholic School is a vibrant part of the parish, with regular Mass, sacramental preparation, and faith formation woven throughout the curriculum. Its academics feature a strong core program grounded in data-informed instruction, enrichment, and student support. Student life offers leadership, arts, STEM, and service opportunities that foster belonging and growth. A vibrant partnership among the parish, families, alumni, and friends actively advances the school's mission.

The Opportunity
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.

The ideal candidate will have or possess the following traits and professional experiences:

Faith & Mission: A practicing Catholic who articulates and models the faith; experienced in forming students through prayer, sacrament, service, and virtue.

Academic Leadership: Proven record in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and data-informed improvement; commitment to strong outcomes for all learners.

Student Experience: Champion for programs that cultivate leadership, the arts, STEM, and wellness in a culture of safety and belonging.

Community & Communication: Excellent communicator and relationship-builder with students, parents, faculty, staff, parish, and diocesan partners.

Operational Stewardship: Collaborative, strategic leader who can align budgeting, enrollment, and advancement efforts with mission.

Interested candidates are encouraged to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity by reviewing our detailed search prospectus.

The search committee is on a fast-track to identify and secure the next Principal. All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be treated with the highest degree of confidentiality and with the greatest respect. Candidates are expected to be available to assume the responsibilities of the position July 1, 2026.

To apply, please submit the following materials as separate PDF attachments.

• Cover letter that aligns your experiences and skills with the school's current needs as you understand them.
• Current resume with all appropriate dates included.
• Statement of Catholic educational leadership philosophy.
• List of five references with names, physical addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. No references will be contacted without your knowledge and approval.

About the Employer

Partners in Mission Search Solutions is the retained search division of Partners in Mission, the nation's leading full-service consulting firm focused exclusively on developing excellence in Catholic school advancement and leadership. As partners among ourselves and with our clients' missions, we value, understand, and embrace the importance of Catholic education in our personal and professional lives - and remain committed to ensuring its strength and vitality for years to come. Engaged by religious and school communities, boards and dioceses, our team of dedicated search consultants have identified and secured mission-driven professionals to serve in a myriad of diverse Catholic school and diocesan leadership positions from Massachusetts to Hawaii.