St. Columbkille Catholic School Principal

Location

Name of Facility: St. Columbkille Catholic School
Address
224 East 5th St.
Nebraska Papillion

Submitted By

Name: Vickie Kauffold, Ed.S.
Email: vkkauffold@archomaha.org

Description

Reports to: Pastor

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The principal is the spiritual, educational, and operational leader of the school, responsible for fostering a Catholic school culture, promoting academic excellence, and effectively managing resources.
Spiritual Leadership:
• Create a community that is consistent with and upholds Catholic principles.
• Cultivate and maintain a culture rooted in Catholic values, fostering faith and moral development among students, staff, and the community.
• Lead prayers; arrange retreats; and coordinate parish-school partnerships.
• Collaborate sacramental programs with Sacramental Prep Coordinator, Religious Ed Coordinator, and Director of Mission.
• Supervise the religion curriculum and ensure staff development to support the religious mission of the school.
Educational Leadership:
• Set and communicate the school's educational vision and goals, promoting a positive learning environment and collaborative culture.
• Support teacher development through professional growth opportunities and data-driven evaluations.
• Oversee curriculum development, technology integration, and student achievement, ensuring academic excellence and ethical use of technology.
• Manage faculty hiring, onboarding, and professional development, ensuring high instructional standards.
• Create and maintain a productive community where there is a positive learning environment, effective communication, and shared responsibility.
Operational Leadership:
• Lead long-term planning and manage school resources effectively in collaboration with the Director of Operations, Pastor, and Finance Council, ensuring alignment with school goals and Catholic values.
• Maintain positive communication with stakeholders and facilitate regular updates on school initiatives.
• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and diocesan policies, including financial management, budgeting, and accreditation.
• Supervise daily operations.
• Manage staff recruitment and retention.
• Promote positive staff morale and a sense of community.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This role requires a visionary leader dedicated to fostering student, faculty, and community growth, with a focus on Catholic identity, academic excellence, and operational efficiency.

Key Qualifications:
• Vision to ensure all students, regardless of background, achieve academic success.
• Proven track record of increasing student achievement.
• Expertise in PS-8 education with a strong ability to coach and develop teachers.
• Success in leading both adults and students.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Education and Experience
· Active, practicing Roman Catholic in good standing required.
· Master’s Degree in Educational Administration.
· Possess a valid Nebraska Educational Administrative Certificate.
· 3 – 5 years previous administrator experience preferred.
· 3 – 5 years classroom teaching experience required.

Application Instructions

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, an individual committed to Catholic education who can advance the mission and vision of the school. He/She will be a proven, effective communicator who firmly understands the diplomacy required to work with a varied constituent group. The successful candidate must be able to learn the story of the St. Columbkille Catholic School community and be committed to working in a collaborative environment for the benefit of the students at St. Columbkille Catholic School.

All applications will remain confidential until semi-finalists are selected for interviews with the Search Committee.

Interested candidates are to submit, electronically, the following materials:
· Cover letter and resume
· Educational Philosophy (One page)
· List of references – References will only be contacted once an applicant has reached semifinalist standing and with permission of the applicant (to preserve confidentiality on the applicant’s part)

Materials are to be sent to:
Mrs. Vickie Kauffold, Ed.S.
Superintendent of Schools
Archdiocese of Omaha
vkkauffold@archomaha.org
402-557-5600