Rockhurst High is a Jesuit Catholic, college preparatory school with an enrollment of approximately 860 male students. Founded in 1910, the school strives to serve an economically, socially and geographically diverse student population within the Kansas City metropolitan area. Academic excellence, a robust co-curricular program, community service and pastoral program and a strong Catholic faith program in the Jesuit tradition are trademarks of the school.

Rockhurst High is a leadership school that serves the community through innovative programs in the summer and a very active community service program year-round. Presently, Rockhurst is engaged in a strategic vision process which is comprehensive in nature and with well-discerned priorities.

The principal reports directly to the president; together, they are the primary collaborators in the administration of the school. As chief academic officer, the principal is responsible for the academic and spiritual formation of faculty, staff and students, as well as, supervisor for all areas of co-curricular activities, with the help of assistants. The principal will assume duties on July 1, 2025, and both religious and lay persons are welcome to apply.

● Practicing Catholic in good standing with a deep understanding of Jesuit spirituality and Catholic education.

● Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field; advanced degrees are preferred.

● Minimum of 5 years of educational leadership, preferably in a Catholic or Jesuit school.

● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

● Proven ability to lead with vision, compassion, and a commitment to excellence.

● Commitment to Catholic principles of human dignity, justice, and a commitment to build a community of belonging.

● Must be able to perform all essential job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

● The role requires the ability to work in a school environment that may involve sitting, standing, walking, and light lifting for extended periods.

● Evening and weekend events, meetings, or functions will be required.

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Please attach your resume and completed applications https://www.rockhursths.edu/about-us/employment by February 5, 2025. Email questions to [email protected].