Notre Dame de Sion High School, an independent Catholic and interfaith school in Kansas City, serves approximately 320 young women through a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum and innovative experiential learning. Rooted in the values of love, respect, openness, and hope, Sion empowers students to grow in confidence and use their gifts to create a more just and compassionate world.

With small class sizes and a relationship-based approach, faculty foster intellectual, social, and spiritual growth. Educators collaborate across disciplines, contribute to vibrant student life, and shape a culture of belonging and curiosity.

Sion seeks a dynamic, visionary Principal to lead the high school beginning June 1, 2026. Reporting to the President and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, the Principal oversees strategic and operational leadership for 323 students and 45 faculty and staff in grades 9–12.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary academic leadership, ensuring excellence in curriculum, instruction, and faculty development.
• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate faculty and staff; oversee scheduling, academic programs, and student assessment.
• Foster a positive, inclusive student culture aligned with Catholic values; support student life programs and campus safety.
• Build strong relationships with parents and the community through transparent communication and engagement.
• Collaborate with Admissions and Philanthropy teams to support enrollment, marketing, and advancement initiatives.
• Model Catholic faith and integrate mission into all aspects of school life; lead retreats, liturgies, and service programs.
• Manage budgets and daily operations in partnership with school leadership; ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
• Report to the President and Board; lead strategic planning, accreditation, and initiatives tied to the school’s vision.

• Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to faith-based education.
• Experienced educator and proven instructional leader with demonstrated success in faculty development, academic innovation, student life, community engagement, and strategic planning.
• Undergraduate and advanced degree required.
• State-approved administrative credential preferred.
• At least five years of administrative experience is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, faculty, and staff; skilled at reading social cues and group dynamics to foster a positive school environment.
• Proven track record of managing complex workloads, prioritizing effectively, and balancing competing priorities without compromising quality.

 Experience in cultivating team morale and creating a collaborative, mission-driven school culture.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience engaging parents and community stakeholders in meaningful ways.
• Deep understanding of curriculum and instruction with the ability to advance teaching and learning; high school experience required, middle school experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize data to inform decisions, identify key levers for improvement, and drive measurable outcomes.
•  Commitment to the school’s mission and values, with demonstrated ability to integrate them into leadership practices.
• Proven success leading across lines of difference and fostering an inclusive environment; experience implementing DEI initiatives in educational settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (e.g., working at a desk, attending meetings).
• Ability to move about the campus to observe classrooms, attend events, and interact with students and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone, including clear verbal and auditory communication.
• Ability to lift and carry materials (up to 20 lbs) for events, meetings, or classroom activities.
• Ability to attend and participate in school functions, including evening and weekend events.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations, including walking or standing for extended periods.
• Visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens and to supervise students in various settings.

About Notre Dame De Sion School

Notre Dame de Sion in Kansas City is an independent, Catholic school affiliated with the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph as well as the Congregation of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion. The school is owned by a lay corporation and governed by a board of trustees. The campuses include a college preparatory high school for girls and a co-educational elementary and middle school for students pre-kindergarten through grade eight. The Catholic value of respect for the worth and dignity of each individual permeates the atmosphere and culture of the school and is reflected in the loving, nurturing relationships that form among the faculty, staff, volunteers, parents, students, and visiting Sisters of Notre Dame de Sion. Generations of Kansas Citians can attest to the importance of what Sion continues to provide: a unique learning environment that reflects the love God has for each person in his/her individuality and for each culture in its distinctiveness. For over a century, Notre Dame de Sion has continued to encourage students and their families to believe they can and DO make a difference in the world by “Educating Minds. Expanding Hearts. Empowering Lives.”

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