Arvada, Colorado, United States · On-site
$70k–$100k/yr
Description Shrine of St. Anne Catholic School, located in Arvada, CO, is seeking an experienced and dedicated leader to serve as Principal. Shrine of St. Anne School is a vibrant Catholic community rooted in Christ and …
Skills: Educational Leadership, Curriculum Implementation, Staff Supervision, Differentiated Instruction, Spiritual Leadership
Arvada, Colorado, United States • On-site
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The Principal serves as the spiritual and instructional leader, overseeing the school's educational programs and staff supervision. They are responsible for fostering a faith-filled environment and ensuring all school activities align with the mission of the Archdiocese of Denver.
Candidates must be practicing Catholics with graduate-level credentials in education or leadership and previous teaching experience. They must adhere to Catholic doctrine and demonstrate proficiency in digital platforms and adolescent development.
Description
Shrine of St. Anne Catholic School, located in Arvada, CO, is seeking an experienced and dedicated leader to serve as Principal. Shrine of St. Anne School is a vibrant Catholic community rooted in Christ and committed to educating the whole child in mind, body, and spirit. Guided by our core belief that every child is a unique gift from God, we cultivate a faith-filled environment where all students are recognized as learners with limitless potential.
Our dedicated staff embraces differentiated instruction, meaningful challenge, and a culture of lifelong learning that inspires growth for both students and adults. Under the patronage of St. Anne, our mission is to form students spiritually, academically, physically, and socially within a loving and supportive community. We seek a principal who will lead this mission with vision, faith, and a deep commitment to helping every child thrive.
The school principal is a disciple on mission, dedicated to spreading the Good News and forming others in the life of Christ. The principal meets the requirements to administer the educational program of a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Denver and leads the community in creating an apostolic-friendly environment that encourages creative missionary initiative.
As the spiritual and instructional leader of the school, the principal plays a vital role in safeguarding and advancing the school’s aim: to lead students to encounter Jesus Christ and grow as His disciples. The principal directs the school’s learning, teaching, culture, and formation so that every aspect of school life is oriented toward this mission.
The principal is responsible for leading the work of the school under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, fostering opportunities for students to grow in their Catholic faith, and supporting both students and staff in their formation. The principal oversees the school’s educational program; supervises teaching, administrative, and support personnel; implements curriculum standards and guidelines; and directs all programs and services offered by the school.
The principal is expected to uphold and operate within the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. In this role, the principal collaborates with students, parents, parish and school communities, the Parish Finance Council, the School Advisory Council, and the broader public.
BENEFITS: Benefits offered as part of an overall compensation package include:
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The following are considered minimum requirements for persons seeking employment as a principal in the Archdiocese of Denver. A principal hired for a parish Catholic school shall:
Ideal candidates:
In addition, the principal is expected to adhere to the minimum requirements for Catechist certification as set forth by the Archdiocese of Denver. All principal applicants must be screened and approved by the Office of Catholic Schools prior to local interviews with Search committees.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
We exist so that, in Jesus Christ, all might be rescued and have abundant life, for the glory of the Father.
The Archdiocese of Denver proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ, celebrates his Sacraments, and exercises his works of mercy, so that all might participate in his salvation and discover the lasting joy of a relationship with him.
Offices: 1300 South Steele Street, Denver, CO 80210, US
We exist so that, in Jesus Christ, all might be rescued and have abundant life, for the glory of the Father.
The Archdiocese of Denver proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ, celebrates his Sacraments, and exercises his works of mercy, so that all might participate in his salvation and discover the lasting joy of a relationship with him.
Offices: 1300 South Steele Street, Denver, CO 80210, US
