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- Represent their strengths with integrity and precision.
- Provide expert advising that refines both strategy and presentation.
- Open doors to mission-centric organizations that value strong workplace cultures.
- Provide coaching that invests in long-term professional growth and fulfillment.
Our services come at no cost to candidates. Instead, our investment is in building enduring partnerships with talented professionals who seek purposeful and rewarding careers.
Principal & CEO
Location: Menomonee Falls, WI
Salary: $110,000 - $120,000
About the School:
This school is a classical community rooted in the Catholic Tradition. The students, parents, teachers, and administration strive:
- to know and live authentic Catholic orthodoxy,
- to be formed to love what is genuinely true, beautiful, and good,
- to achieve academic excellence and
- to discern and embrace our divine vocation to transform society
Position Summary:
The Principal & CEO serves as the chief executive and spiritual leader of the school, responsible for mission fidelity, academic excellence, operational management, financial stewardship, and community engagement. This role ensures that the school operates in alignment with Catholic teaching, Archdiocese. The role oversees all faculty and staff, leads long term strategy, and maintains strong relationships with parents, parish partners, donors, and the Board of Directors.
Qualifications:
- Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education.
- Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of school leadership or equivalent executive experience.
- Demonstrated ability in budgeting, fundraising, and organizational leadership.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and community building skills.
- Experience with accreditation processes (WRISA)
- Ability to lead a mission-driven culture rooted in Catholic identity.
- Ability to meet the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s Child Protection standards
Core Responsibilities:
Mission & Catholic Identity
- Ensure all school programs, policies, and culture reflect Catholic teaching and the mission of the school.
- Collaborate with parish partners and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.
- Support faith formation for students, faculty, and families.
Academic Leadership
- Supervise and support the Principal.
- Oversee curriculum implementation, teacher evaluation processes, and academic standards.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation requirements (WRISA, Archdiocese of Milwaukee).
- Monitor student achievement and schoolwide academic goals.
Operational & Administrative Leadership
- Oversee daily school operations, safety, facilities, and maintenance.
- Supervise the Development Director and Bookkeeper.
- Ensure compliance with state Choice program requirements.
- Manage contracts (cleaning, maintenance, summer work, etc.).
- Lead strategic planning and long-term school improvement.
Financial Management
- Lead annual budgeting process and maintain a balanced budget.
- Oversee financial audits and reporting.
- Ensure transparent communication with the Board regarding financial health.
- Monitor enrollment trends and their budgetary impact.
Fundraising & Development
- Provide leadership to the Development Director.
- Set annual fundraising goals and monitor progress.
- Cultivate donor relationships and community partnerships.
- Support major events, annual fund, and capital initiatives.
Board Relations
- Serve as primary liaison to the Board of Directors.
- Prepare reports, present budgets, and support governance processes.
- Coordinate annual and mid-year board meetings.
Human Resources & Staff Leadership
- Oversee hiring, evaluation, and professional development of all staff.
- Conduct teacher evaluations jointly with the Principal.
- Manage contract renewals and staffing plans.
Enrollment & Community Engagement
- Lead enrollment strategy and retention efforts.
- Conduct parent meetings and gather parent input.
- Ensure timely completion of enrollment paperwork for Choice.
Direct Reports:
- Principal
- Development Director
- Bookkeeper
Why Partner with Sól Recruiting, Coaching & Consulting?
- Tailored, expert-level application services at no cost to candidates.
- Strategic advocacy to ensure candidate strengths are recognized.
- Individualized advising to competitively position candidates in the market and aid in complex hiring processes.
- Access to organizations committed to cultivating and sustaining strong, healthy, mission-centric workplace cultures.
- Professional growth coaching designed to foster enduring professional development, career advancement, and human flourishing.
To Apply:
Send your resume to www.solrcc.com/find-good-work, email goodwork@solrcc.com, or call 303-276-3118 for more information.