Principal of St. Pius X Catholic School, PreK - 8

Principal of St. Pius X Catholic School

Preschool thru 8th grade

Mountlake Terrace, WA

Our School:

Founded in 1956 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVMs), St. Pius X School stands as a beacon of Catholic education in Mountlake Terrace, just north of Seattle. Our vibrant learning community serves approximately 140 students from preschool through 8th grade, drawing families from more than a dozen zip codes across northern King and Greater Snohomish Counties.

St. Pius X School combines rich tradition with modern innovation. Recently completing our WCEA accreditation, we maintain rigorous academic standards while embracing 21st-century learning through comprehensive technological upgrades, including high-speed fiber connectivity and 1:1 devices for all students. Our large campus and newly renovated facilities provide an optimal environment for learning and growth for both indoor and outdoor learning.

At the heart of our success is our deep connection to our parish family of St. Pius X and St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton churches. We offer a comprehensive curriculum featuring one class per grade level, complemented by specialized programs in music, physical education, technology, Spanish in grades K-6 and Advanced Studies for grades 5-8. Our extended day program provides additional flexibility for working families.

The principal benefits from a dedicated leadership team, including a Director of Advancement, Director of Technology, Director of Early Childhood Education, and Instructional Learning Specialist. This talented faculty, coupled with an engaged parent community, creates an exceptional educational environment.

For more information, please visit our website at www.stpx.org

Mission:

St. Pius X School is a diverse community, providing a stellar academic education through Catholic discipleship and service.  

Philosophy:

St. Pius X Catholic School supports and affirms families as the primary educators of their children. As a community, we respect each student’s learning abilities and differences knowing that each child is a creation of God, blessed with unique gifts and talents.

The professional, qualified teachers and staff implement best educational practices in a safe and nurturing environment to provide students with excellent opportunities for learning.

The school provides a strong foundation for students that includes Catholic faith formation, high academic standards and expectations, leadership and critical thinking skills, respect of cultural differences, service to others, and development of social responsibility.

Overview of the Position:

We seek a dynamic leader who will serve as the spiritual cornerstone, executive manager, and instructional visionary of our school community. The ideal candidate will collaborate with stakeholders and the Archdiocesan Office of Catholic Schools to advance our mission of excellence in Catholic education. The primary roles of the principal include spiritual leadership, executive management, and instructional leadership for St. Pius X Catholic School.

Qualifications for the Position:

• Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to Catholic education
• Master's Degree in Educational Administration or similar advanced degree
• Holds a current Washington State Principal Credential (or similar credential) 
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience
• Minimum 3 years of administrative experience working in a Catholic or top public/private school setting or similar 

Additionally, candidates should demonstrate the skills and experience necessary to effectively lead all aspects of school management from daily operations to long-term development.

Preferred Skill Set:

• Passionate about nurturing children’s Catholic faith formation and have a strong foundation in contemporary, research-based educational practices
• Excellent administrative, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated initiative over the years
• Superior ability to manage multiple functional areas and set clear priorities
• Experience in curriculum and professional/staff development
• Authentic role model for the teachers, students, and community
• Collaborative and consultative approach to leadership
• Proven track record of creative and effective problem-solving
• Ability to motivate and establish trust

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Fosters an environment and maintains a curriculum that will advance young minds to become perpetual learners, responsible community members, excellent communicators, and compassionate children of God.
• Works in partnership with the pastor, parish staff, directors, teachers, and staff in implementing a clearly communicated mission that embraces Catholic identity rooted in Gospel values, centered on the Eucharist, and committed to faith formation, academic excellence, and service.
• Collaborates with the teachers and staff to assure the development and implementation of an overall learning environment which promotes Catholic faith education/formation, ethical decision-making, social justice, and Christian leadership. Promotes a curriculum that incorporates Gospel values; assuring the integration of the school as part of the parish faith community; serving as a role model for staff and students; promoting a leadership style compatible with Christian principles; and personally, witnessing to the principles and values of the Catholic faith.
• Assures the development, implementation and evaluation of a comprehensive curriculum program which complies with school accreditation and Archdiocesan/state standards. Oversees the school’s accreditation process; implementation of instructional goals and objectives for each grade; evaluating current curriculum to determine strengths and weaknesses and collaborating with staff in selecting supplementary programs.
• Takes responsibility for the hiring, development and oversight of all teachers and staff, including recruitment, professional growth, faith formation, and formal assessment of teachers and staff in compliance with Archdiocesan policies.
• Directs the development and continuous improvement of curriculum and instruction. Implements plans for sustained academic excellence and growth utilizing schoolwide student data.
• Assures clear and effective communication between students, parents, teachers, staff, and alumni.
• Ensures the active role of the School Commission by developing agendas in collaboration with the School Commission President and assures the preparation of information, research and other appropriate data as requested by the Commission.
• Leads the development and implementation of overall financial plans and budgets using current and effective business practices. Supports and collaborates with staff and appoints volunteers on fundraising and development initiatives. 
• Oversees school enrollment services and advancement efforts for student/family retention and community engagement. Engages with staff and experts in nonprofit management/funding to develop a long- range financial plan for the school.
• Collaborates with the Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Schools in administering the school. Accomplished by developing annual school programs, plans, goals, and objectives and participating in programs, meetings, etc., sponsored by the Office for Catholic Schools.
• Implements the policy and process for disciplining students in collaboration with staff. Incorporates the values of justice-making and membership in a community promoting positive discipline and its consequences.
• Ensures a positive, proactive, and safe climate and culture.
• Manages school health, safety, and security processes, including disaster and crisis management procedures. Assures the preparation and submission of all necessary reports to the state and Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Schools. Adheres to all applicable state and Archdiocesan safety and health regulations.
• Ensures the preparation and submission of all necessary reports to the state and Archdiocesan Office for Catholic Schools.
• Leads overall school compliance and implementation of policy, as well as building comprehensive goals and facilitates the delivery of programs, student discipline, scheduling and assessments and ensures accurate record keeping.
• Oversees facility management of the school building and grounds, including supervising short- and long-range building and grounds improvement needs for the school in collaboration with the parish administration. Supervises maintenance/janitorial workers for the school.
• Maintains the level of knowledge and skills required to function as a principal. Accomplished through reading, attendance at Archdiocesan in-service training opportunities, participation in workshops, conventions, and through membership in local, state, or national professional organizations, as approved and as appropriate.

Salary: $110,000 - $135,000

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.

Application: To apply, please visit the Office for Catholic Schools website: Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools – Applicant Tracking System for Education | Frontline Education and apply online.