Principal Principal

Job Description:

Principal - 2026-2027 Academic Year

St. Joseph Catholic School, Danbury, CT

Job Description

St. Joseph Catholic School, a diocesan school in the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut, seeks an accomplished, faith-filled educator to serve as Principal, a senior leadership role within a Catholic school. In this model, the Principal reports directly to the Superintendent of Schools and serves as a member of the school's Executive Administration, and works in close partnership with parents, faculty, and diocesan staff to ensure a cohesive, mission-aligned educational experience across all divisions.

Rooted in the mission of the Catholic Church, the Principal plays a vital role in advancing academic excellence, spiritual formation, and the holistic development of students from Early Childhood through Grade 8.

Desired Qualifications and Attributes

• A practicing Catholic in good standing, deeply committed to the mission of Catholic education.
• Advanced degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in academic leadership, preferably within a Catholic or faith-based school.
• Experience supervising instructional leaders and participating in senior-level administration.
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative leadership style.
• Ability to inspire trust, communicate effectively, and lead with clarity, humility, and compassion.
• Valid Administrator's Certification for the state of Connecticut or another state.

To view the complete prospectus click on the link: https://www.bridgeportdiocese.org/job/principal-st-joseph-school-danbury/

All materials should be addressed to Stacie Stueber, Superintendent of Schools, and emailed to Sharon Luciano, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, at Sharon.Luciano@diobpt.org with the subject line St. Joseph School Principal.