Job Opportunities

Are you passionate about teaching students and want to work for a school that values you as a professional? If so, St. Mary School has a position for you!

PRINCIPAL

St. Mary School seeks a faithful, visionary leader to serve as Principal. This is a rare opportunity to shape the life of a school that is deeply rooted in its mission and positioned for meaningful growth. We are not simply looking for a capable administrator. We are looking for someone called to the work of Catholic school leadership – someone who understands that the Principal of a Catholic school is, first and foremost, a leader of Catholic ministry.

The Principal will serve in close partnership with the parish Pastor, our dedicated faculty and staff, and our Director of Mission Advancement to strengthen our Catholic identity, advance our strategic plan, and progress our core values: academic excellence, faith, integrity, responsibility, and compassion. At St. Mary, academic excellence is not separate from our mission – it is an expression of it. We are committed to forming the whole child: intellectually, spiritually, and personally. Key responsibilities include:

  • Cultivating and protecting a Catholic school culture where faith and learning are one mission
  • Providing visionary instructional and academic leadership that raises the bar for student achievement across PreK–8
  • Collaborating with the pastoral and advancement teams to advance the strategic plan
  • Building trust within a close-knit, faith-centered community
  • Supporting enrollment vitality and community outreach efforts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • A practicing Catholic with a clear vocation to Catholic school leadership
  • Master's degree, 20+ semester hours in administration/supervision and state licensure (considering or actively pursuing)
  • Strong relational skills with students, families, faculty, and parish
  • Humble confidence, collaborative spirit, and capacity to lead in a small rural community

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary: $50,000–$75,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits include: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, Paid time off, Paid parental leave, Group life insurance and voluntary term life insurance, Access to AFLAC supplemental insurance

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following to the Principal Search Committee at [email protected] by May 20, 2026:

  • Cover letter expressing your vocation to Catholic school leadership
  • Current resume

All inquiries are held in strict confidence. St. Mary School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a ministry of Holy Family Parish.

Elementary Teacher

St. Mary School is looking for a full-time Elementary Teacher. SMS supports a culture of critical thinking, problem-solving, and character development. The ability to exhibit a variety of teaching methodologies is preferred as well. Candidates must have a valid teaching certificate.

The responsibilities of a teacher at SMS include: positive rapport with students; preparation of materials for class; complete midterm and quarterly report cards; participate in parent-teacher conferences, administer assessments, participate in faculty and professional meetings, and develop lesson plans.

Why should you apply? St. Mary School has small class sizes, comparable compensation and benefits to the public school, prep time each day, teacher collaboration, mentor teachers, positive and supportive atmosphere, and a family environment! Salary range $34,000 to $60,000. If you are interested, please send your resume to Melissa Obert, 408 W Washington, Mt. Sterling, IL, 62353 or email Melissa Obert.