Principal

As we approach Creighton Prep’s 150th anniversary, we seek a candidate to serve as the next academic leader of this great institution. The principal is the educational leader of the school, directly responsible to the president and, by extension, the Board of Trustees. This responsibility requires a close working relationship with the president, faculty, staff and students, as well as parents and wider community stakeholders. Primary Responsibilities include:

  • Animate Creighton Prep’s Catholic and Jesuit mission, especially with students, parents, faculty and staff.

  • Direct the administration, operation and educational development of the academic, co-curricular and formational programs of the school.

  • Plan, coordinate and execute the school’s educational policies and procedures.

  • Collaborate with the president and other stakeholders in developing the school’s strategic vision.

  • Ensure commitment to and compliance with safeguarding practices.

  • Serve on the school leadership team with the president, vice president for advancement, chief financial officer and chief communications officer.

  • Oversee student behavioral and academic disciplinary procedures.

  • Meet with internal and external constituencies.

  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote a positive working environment that respects the talents and professionalism of each member.

  • Serve on various committees to foster unity of purpose, common understanding and teamwork.

  • Supervise and evaluate the assistant principal for academics, the assistant principal for student support services, the deans of faculty formation and students, and the directors of athletics, campus ministry, student activities and the Loyola Scholars program.

  • Interview and hire faculty, staff, assistant principals, deans and directors. Observe, support and evaluate faculty.

 

Zone 6

Grades

9–12

Additional Information

Desired Qualifications:

The principal will be an inspiring and mission-oriented leader who is dynamic, organized,

well-rounded, engaging and who inspires and empowers growth and innovation inside and outside of the classroom. Additionally, he or she will:

  • Be a practicing Catholic.
  • Demonstrate a genuine interest in and commitment to Jesuit mission. 
  • Have a minimum of five years of relevant professional experience (school leadership experience preferred). 
  • Hold a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field. 
  • Have appropriate administrative credentials (or be working toward those credentials). 

Contact Information

Creighton Preparatory School
7400 Western Ave
Omaha, NE 68114
https://www.creightonprep.org/about-prep/careers-at-prep

Jackie Schulte
(p) (402) 393-1190

How to Apply

 

For more information on the principal search, please visit CreightonPrep.org/PrincipalSearch. To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to: principalsearch@creightonprep.org