Elementary School Principal

Job Description

Job Description

St. Agnes Catholic School in Vermillion, South Dakota is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic leader to serve as our Elementary School Principal (PK-5) for the 2025-2026 academic year. We are looking for a visionary and future-focused educator who brings energy, joy, and a heart for service to our vibrant school and parish community.

The ideal candidate is a practicing Catholic, eager to serve as a spiritual and academic leader while inspiring students, staff and families. As the face of St Agnes Catholic School, the principal will play a key role in nurturing a loving and inclusive Catholic environment where all are encouraged to grow in faith, wisdom, and service.

Rooted in tradition and driven by purpose, St Agnes Catholic School partners with families to form the hearts and minds of young learners, preparing them to be compassionate leaders and lifelong disciples committed to making a difference in the world.

This is a meaningful opportunity to guide a school community steeped in Catholic values, uphold high academic standards, and ensure operational excellence. The principal will be responsible for the spiritual, educational, and administrative leadership of the school and will help carry out the vision and mission of St Agnes School and Parish. Public speaking, community engagement, and a deep believe in the value of a Catholic education are essential.

We invite servant-hearted leaders to consider joining our St Agnes family, where faith and learning flourish together.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Faith Development: Promote the mission, vision, and values of the school, modeling Catholic teachings in word and action while integrating faith into all aspects of education.
• Faculty and Curriculum Development: Lead faculty in delivering a rigorous, faith-centered curriculum that develops students as critical thinkers and lifelong learners.
• Management of Facilities and Records: Oversee daily operations, facility maintenance, student records, and school safety protocols.
• Parental Involvement and Public Relations: Maintain strong relationships with parents, parish leaders, parishioners, and stakeholders through effective communication and collaboration.
• School Organization: Work collaboratively with the Pastor, the school Advisory Council, PTSA, the Red and Gold childcare center, and other relevant groups to manage budgeting, fundraising, and long-term strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Be an active and practicing Catholic in good standing and capable of serving as the spiritual leader of the school.
• South Dakota principal certification or eligibility to obtain.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Be interested and willing to be involved in professional and spiritual growth that includes, but not limited to, attendance at Diocesan meetings and workshops, regional and national professional development opportunities.
• Proficiency with Google/Microsoft platforms and relevant educational technology.

Why Join Us?

We strive to establish a Catholic community through excellence in education and service based on the Gospel values. We support parents as the primary educators of their children, and teachers as the facilitators of learning at hour school. We believe in the dignity and worth of all children, and we perceive each child as a unique individual with gifts to nurture and share. Because our school is administered upon Christian principles, we emphasize all aspects of a student's intellectual, physical, social-emotional and spiritual growth.

Apply Today!

To apply, please submit a letter of interest which includes your educational philosophy, a resume, transcripts, credentials, copy of current teacher's certificate, and contact information for three references. Also include a letter of reference from your local parish priest of your status as a Catholic in good standing.

Send all materials to St Agnes Catholic Parish, Attn: Fr Terry Anderson, 416 Walker St, Vermillion SD 57069 or frterenceanderson@sfcatholic.org

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