School Principal jobs in Oklahoma
School Principal directs and oversees education and teaching programs for an assigned school. Responsibilities include developing the curriculum, staffing departments, reviewing faculty performance, and creating an atmosphere conducive to scholarly pursuits. Being a School Principal ensures all school activities are within budgetary guidelines. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, School Principal typically reports to a superintendent. May require a master's degree. The School Principal typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a School Principal typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Principal 2025-2026
- School of Saint Mary
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Tulsa, OK
FULL_TIME
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Position Title: Principal (2025 Start)
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Organization: School of Saint Mary, Tulsa, OK
About Us:
Faith in Action. A Connected Community. Academic Distinction.
The School of Saint Mary is a vibrant Catholic K-8 Parish school that prides itself in raising well-rounded children within a greater community of committed families. Located in the heart of
Tulsa, Oklahoma, our school has a consistent tradition of providing a nurturing environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
260 Students
41 Faculty and Staff
Average Class Size: 30 students per grade (Kindergarten has two classes of 15 students each)
Director of Enrollment
Strategic Planning Process (2024-2025): To provide our new principal with a road map for success starting July 2025
Our Mission:
The School of Saint Mary exists to carry out the educational mission of the Church. Our task is to educate students with a commitment which involves peace, justice, and human rights, according to Gospel principles and Catholic tradition. We strive to promote academic
excellence, to be responsible stewards, and to motivate students to give generously of self in an attitude of Christian charity.
Job Overview:
The School of Saint Mary is seeking a dedicated and visionary Principal to build upon our rich history, featuring long-tenured faculty and multigenerational families, and lead us into our next
chapter of faith, community, and academic excellence. The Principal will serve as the educational leader, providing strategic direction, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring the holistic development of students in accordance with Catholic values and teachings.
Key Responsibilities:
Educational Leadership:
Set and achieve academic goals and standards for the school.
Develop and enhance curricula to foster student engagement and learning.
Support and mentor teachers through professional development and best practices.
Monitor academic progress and implement interventions as needed.
Spiritual Formation:
Foster a culture of faith and spiritual growth among students, faculty, and staff.
Coordinate religious education programs and activities.
Lead prayer services, liturgical celebrations, and retreats.
Community Engagement:
Build strong partnerships with parents, parishioners, and the community.
Cultivate an inclusive school environment that embraces diversity and mutual respect.
Collaborate with stakeholders to address and resolve community issues.
Effective Communication and Listening:
Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Actively listen to concerns, feedback, and ideas with empathy.
Foster a culture of open communication and collaboration.
Operational Management:
Oversee daily school operations, ensuring resource efficiency and policy adherence.
Manage budget planning and fiscal responsibility with the administration and advisory board.
Maintain a safe and conducive learning environment.
Qualifications:
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
Principal certification or eligibility for certification in the state of Oklahoma.
Experience in educational leadership, preferably in a Catholic school setting.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Wisdom and discernment in decision-making, rooted in Catholic values and principles.
Strategic thinker with a track record of innovative initiatives.
Ability to collaborate with and empower teachers and honor their expertise and experience.
Passion for working with children and dedicated families.
Salary:
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Application Process:
Candidates should email the following materials to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools at catholicschools.office@dioceseoftulsa.org:
Cover letter articulating skills, experiences, and values
Current resume
Statement of educational or leadership philosophy
Three (3) professional references with current contact information
Three (3) letters of recommendation
Optional: Link to a 1-3 minute video introduction
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Applicants for the job will be kept confidential. No current employers or references will be contacted until further approval is received from the applicant in the screening process. - 4 Days Ago
NPE Principal
- CHOCTAW-NICOMA PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Choctaw, OK
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: PRINCIPALSALARY LEVEL: NEGOTIATED SALARY SCHEDULEDEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATIONREPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENTQualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able t...
- 4 Days Ago
Middle School Assistant Principal
- Broken Arrow Public Schools
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Broken Arrow, OK
FULL_TIME
- Job description attached. For salary please refer to administrative pay scale pay scale at www.baschools.org/PayScales.
- 1 Day Ago
Elementary School Principal
- Shawnee OK Public Schools
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Shawnee, OK
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionSHAWNEE PUBLIC SCHOOLSJob Title: Elementary PrincipalReports To: Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent / Executive Director AcademicsSite: Sequoyah ElementaryQualificationsCredentia...
- 16 Days Ago
High School Assistant Principal
- MCALESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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McAlester, OK
FULL_TIME
- 11 Month PositionPosition SummaryResponsible for supporting the school vision to achieve and sustain high levels of student achievement. The assistant principal will collaborate with the school princi...
- 17 Days Ago
Middle school principal
- Edmond Public Schools
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Edmond, OK
FULL_TIME
- Position Type : Exec Assistants & Clerical / Middle School Principal Secretary Date Posted : 4 / 2 / 2024 Location : CHEYENNE MIDDLE SCHOOL Date Available : 04 / 08 / 2024 Closing Date : Until Filled ...
- 19 Days Ago
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Nashville, TN
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Canandaigua, NY
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About Oklahoma
Oklahoma is the 20th-largest state in the United States, covering an area of 69,899 square miles (181,040 km2), with 68,595 square miles (177,660 km2) of land and 1,304 square miles (3,380 km2) of water. It lies partly in the Great Plains near the geographical center of the 48 contiguous states. It is bounded on the east by Arkansas and Missouri, on the north by Kansas, on the northwest by Colorado, on the far west by New Mexico, and on the south and near-west by Texas. Much of its border with Texas lies along the Southern Oklahoma Aulacogen, a failed continental rift. The geologic figure defi...
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$96,945 to $123,470
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