Elementary Assistant Principal, St. Monica Mercer Island

Elementary Assistant Principal, St. Monica Mercer Island JobID: 10919 Position Type: Administration/ Elementary Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/19/2026 Location: St. Monica, Mercer Island School Profile St. Monica Catholic School is a PreK-12 Catholic classical school located on Mercer Island, just east of Seattle, Washington. Our curriculum model, based on the Educational Plan of St. Jerome, immerses students in the beauty of Western civilization and the Catholic intellectual tradition. We are a parish school and bring students into the sacramental and liturgical life of St. Monica Catholic Church. Our high school program was founded as a pilot in 2020 and received archdiocesan approval and accreditation through the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA) in 2023. Ideal Candidate St. Monica Catholic School is seeking a Vice Principal for the start of the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience as a teacher and leader in Catholic elementary and secondary education, a worldview informed by Catholic anthropology, and an interest in classical education. Responsibilities Instructional coaching and supervision for approximately 15 teachers Assistance with staff evaluation and hiring Leadership of ongoing curriculum review and evaluation Assistance with student formation and discipline Coordination of secondary retreat program and preparation for school liturgies Leadership of continued high school program development, including curriculum, personnel, student recruitment, and networking Teaching one course depending on candidate expertise Coordination of electives program, high school college counseling, and 8th grade high school applications process Additional duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Successful applicants will embody St. Monica Catholic School's commitment to Christian intellectual, spiritual and moral formation in accord with the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. They should meet or exceed the following requirements: Masters degree in educational leadership OR Masters degree in a relevant discipline and equivalent educational leadership experience or training Possession of a Washington State administrative or teaching credential or willingness and ability to pursue certification Strong interpersonal skills and ability to form relationships with students, colleagues, parents, outside stakeholders, and the larger St. Monica community Ability to manage record keeping for a variety of served students and programs. Complete Virtus safe environment training and a background check Preferred Qualifications Experience in a classical school environment Ability to teach secondary mathematics Physical Requirements Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as: Functioning in classroom space – walking, sitting, standing, reaching Must be able to sit for up to two hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing Must be able to stand for up to two hours instructing a classroom of learners Must be able to lift up to 25lbs on a frequent basis Benefits Information Salary based upon education and experience. Compensation ranges from $85,000-$110,000 Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications. A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Professional development facilitated by the school, the archdiocese, and by national classical education organizations For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers, we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable, innovative housing options, based on availability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools