Alliance for Catholic Education
St. John of the Cross School is a two-time National Blue Ribbon School located in Western Springs serving approximately 652 preschools through 8th-grade students and is currently seeking a dynamic and visionary Principal to lead our vibrant, faith-filled school community. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and collaborative leader who embraces restorative practices to foster success, promote unity, and respect the individuality of each student. SJC is dedicated to providing challenging educational experiences and seeks a Principal who is passionate about maintaining and growing our strong academic program. This role offers the chance to guide a passionate team of educators who inspire student growth in both faith and knowledge within a supportive and nurturing environment.
The Elementary School Principal, as a lay minister, is the religious, instructional, and community leader of the local Catholic school. The principal oversees the implementation of the strategic goals of the school, collaborating with the local school board, faculty, and other key stakeholders. The Principal is a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago, effectuating his ministry of Catholic education and the religious teachings and doctrine of the Catholic Church at the level of the local school.
The elementary school principal is hired by the pastor and accountable to him or the juridic person for the operation of the school. The principal is expected to abide by the established policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the directives of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools. The principal participates in the annual performance review defined by the Office of Catholic Schools.