Catholic Elementary Principal-St. James, Millstadt

Duties* Ensure a safe, supportive environment that promotes students' spiritual, emotional, and physicaldevelopment.* Foster a school culture grounded in virtue, self-mastery, accountability, and academic integrity.* Lead faculty, staff, and families in alignment with the mission and teachings of the CatholicChurch.Promote Catholic identity through prayer, liturgy, and service opportunities.Serve as a visible faith role model, witnessing the Gospel values in words and actions.Oversee curriculum development and ensure alignment with diocesan standards andacademic goals.Supervise, evaluate, and support the professional and spiritual growth of faculty and staff.Manage daily operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.Ensure compliance with diocesan, state, and accreditation requirements.Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents, parishes, and community organizations.Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to support and advance the school's mission.Qualifications* Master's degree in education with a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and General (or a willingness to work towards it)Administrative Endorsement (or willingness to get the endorsement in a designated timeframe).* Minimum of three years of successful classroom teaching experience.* Proven leadership experience with strengths in curriculum development, staff supervision, andfinancial management.* Practicing Catholic who embraces and upholds the teachings and disciplines of the CatholicChurch.Salary/BenefitsStarting Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000 (Final salary based on experience, skills, and education).Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance, 403B RetirementPlan, Paid Vacation Days, Paid Sick Days.How to ApplyPlease submit a cover letter, résumé, and at least 3 professional references by May 8, 2026, to: Sarah Lanham via email: slanham@diobelle.org. Mail: 222 South Third Street Belleville, IL 62220Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background checkEmail Addressslanham@diobelle.orgPosition Websitehttps://www.diobelle.org/images/stories/documents/Principal%20Posting%20on%20School%20Letterhead%202026.pdfCity WebsiteMillstadt, ILILearn LinkILearnReport Card LinkDistrict Report CardJob Posting Date4/10/2026Start Date7/1/2026