Principal

St. Ignatius of Antioch Catholic Elementary School
995 Reading Avenue
Yardley, PA, 19067
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Principal Posting: May 20, 2026

Position Type: Full Time, Permanent

Job Description

St. Ignatius of Antioch School in Yardley, PA is seeking a faith-filled and dynamic principal to continue the mission of Catholic education. St. Ignatius of Antioch School is a traditional parish school which employs approximately thirty faculty and staff and has twenty-four classrooms with approximate 270 students in grades Pre-K3 through 8.

St. Ignatius School is seeking a practicing Catholic who is ready to lead while working collaboratively with the Pastor, faculty, staff, students, parents, parish leaders and other stakeholders.
The starting date for this position is July 1, 2026.

The ideal candidate possesses a spirit of innovation and will be a motivating force in shaping our Catholic identity and rigorous academic programs. This individual should have a passion for excellence and be instrumental in leading and supporting staff in educational best practices. This person should be able to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders, demonstrating leadership and engagement with all. Finally, the model candidate will understand the importance of school vitality and viability, and therefore, be vested in making students and faculty feel successful and valued for their contributions.

St. Ignatius of Antioch School is a Middle States Association accredited school within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Located in lower Bucks County, Pennsylvania. St. Ignatius of Antioch School earned the 2021 National Blue-Ribbon School of Excellence Award, the Keystone Award of Excellence and the Archdiocese School of Distinguished Instruction recognition.

Requirements
The principal of St. Ignatius of Antioch School must be a dynamic, faith-filled leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and the teachings of the Church. This person must lead by personal witness to the Catholic faith and exhibit passion and compassion in articulating the mission of St. Ignatius of Antioch School to students, parents, faculty, stakeholders, and the community.

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

• A strong commitment to the Catholic faith
• A minimum of five years’ experience in education
• An understanding of child growth and development
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent leadership, people management and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in technology
• Knowledge of marketing and enrollment strategies to foster school viability
• Knowledge of school operations including budgeting and fundraising
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification processes
• Experience in achieving academic success
• Degrees and certifications as required by the Office of Catholic Education

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, motivation and training to the teaching staff on curriculum and instruction, classroom management, and student achievement
• Establish academic and behavioral goals with corresponding implementation plans
• Partner with teaching staff and parents to manage student behaviors in a positive and proactive manner
• Cultivate an environment that fosters academic excellence, Catholic faith formation, vitality, and viability
• Create a climate that encourages the engagement of each student in the learning process while fostering a love for learning
• Inspire a committed faculty and an engaged student body to form a highly effective learning community inclusive of all stakeholders
• Utilize technology as a communication and educational tool
• Ensure staff have adequate opportunities for professional development
• Provide meaningful and constructive feedback to faculty and staff
• Work collaboratively with designated committees to support school events, fundraising initiatives, and enrollment campaigns
• Collaborate with the Home and School Association, Parish Business Office, community leaders, and other stakeholders
• Actively manage accreditations and certifications
• Be forward thinking and maintain a vision for the future of the school
• Adhere to the fiscal parameters established by the Pastor and the Parish Business Manager

Interested and qualified candidates please send your cover letter and resume by June 1, 2026 to [email protected]

The following further information may be requested/required:

• Principal application found on Archdiocese website
• Three letters of recommendation
• Updated clearances (FBI fingerprint, Child Abuse, and Criminal Background)

Contact: Send cover letters and resumes to: [email protected]