River Falls, WI

Job Description

St. Bridget’s is seeking a principal for our fully accredited Preschool – Grade 8 parish school. St. Bridget is located in River Falls WI, approximately 40 minutes East of Minneapolis/St. Paul. One of the larger schools in the Diocese of Superior, St. Bridget is a thriving school with strong support from the parish community.

This person is responsible for the overall management of the school, serving as the chief administrator and leader responsible for fostering a Catholic environment conducive to quality education. This person will work in full cooperation with the pastor, parish administrator, parish education committee and Diocesan Department of Christian Formation.

To perform the job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily The person must have, or be eligible for, a valid administrator’s certificate from the State of Wisconsin, and at least five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience at the elementary level. Advanced certification in religion is required. This person must be an active practicing Catholic and be able to implement the philosophy of Catholic education as directed by the Diocese of Superior’s Department of Christian Formation, as well as recognize and accept the role of the school with the total parish ministry.

About St. Bridget School

St. Bridget Parish School is a welcoming, innovative Catholic community which focuses on faith, family, and individual academic excellence — fostering living examples of God’s presence in our world.

Our Philosophy

St. Bridget Parish School integrates academics, technology, faith and Catholic values to inspire students to think critically, develop a love of learning, work to their fullest potential, reach out to others in service, prepare for a global society and deepen their relationship with God.

Our Goals

• Develop a positive self-image by emphasizing the fundamental goodness and unique talent inherent in each child.
• Promote spiritual development through personal witness to the Gospel message and ongoing instruction in the Catholic faith.
• Facilitate academic growth and mastery of skills through innovative teaching methods in a positive, faith-filled atmosphere.
• Encourage children to be thoughtful, creative, and industrious in pursuing knowledge and challenged to go beyond what is expected.
• Support the parents, as the primary educators, in their efforts to provide opportunities for intellectual and spiritual growth of the child in partnership with the entire school community.
• Provide a superior educational program that emphasizes social responsibility, stewardship, and respect for the world in which we live.

Learn More: http://www.saintbridgetschool.com/home.cfm

How to Apply

Send cover letter, resume, transcripts and a copy of licensure to:

St. Bridget School Search Committee
Email: jmaillette@stbparish.com
211 E. Division St. PO Box 86
River Falls Wisconsin 54022