Pre K - 8 Principal, All Saints, Puyallup

Company: Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools
Location: Puyallup
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Position Type: - Principals/Presidents/ Elementary Principal - Practicing Catholic only Date Posted: 2/20/2026 Location: All Saints, Puyallup All Saints Catholic School, Puyallup, Washington Pre-Kindergarten � Grade 8 Principal All Saints Catholic School, a vibrant Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade parish school in Puyallup, Washington, seeks an exceptional and faith-filled Principal to begin service in the 2026�2027 academic year. Located in the heart of historic Puyallup, All Saints Catholic School has faithfully served students and families for 71 years, forming generations of young people in faith, academic excellence, and service. Rooted in the mission of Catholic education, All Saints is known for its strong academic program, dedicated faculty and staff, active parent partnership, and a deeply supportive parish and school community. The school benefits from well-established governance, fundraising, and volunteer structures that reflect a long tradition of community investment and stewardship. The Principal serves as the spiritual, instructional, and operational leader of the school and works in close collaboration with the Pastor, School Commission, faculty, families, and the Archdiocese of Seattle Office for Catholic Schools. The successful candidate will build upon the school's rich legacy while guiding All Saints forward with vision, innovation, and fidelity to Catholic identity. Position Summary All Saints Catholic School seeks a distinguished educational leader who joyfully witnesses the Catholic faith and promotes a culture where Gospel values permeate all aspects of school life. The Principal is responsible for advancing academic excellence, nurturing spiritual formation, strengthening community relationships, and ensuring effective stewardship of school resources. The Principal oversees all aspects of school operations, including instructional leadership, faith formation, early learning programming, personnel management, budgeting, facilities oversight, enrollment vitality, and development initiatives. Working collaboratively with parish leadership and the broader community, the Principal ensures that All Saints remains a thriving ministry of Catholic education for future generations. Qualifications Practicing Catholic in good standing committed to the mission of Catholic education Master's degree in Educational Leadership or an approved related program Valid Washington State Teaching and Administrative Certification (or ability to obtain) Minimum of five years successful K�12 classroom teaching experience Demonstrated success in instructional, organizational, and spiritual leadership Prior school-based administrative experience preferred Proven ability to manage staff, volunteers, budgets, and complex programs Commitment to Catholic identity, evangelization, and faith formation Strong skills in collaboration, communication, and relationship-building Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage change effectively Key Duties and Responsibilities Catholic Identity & Mission Models and promotes Catholic values through personal witness and professional leadership Ensures integration of Catholic teaching, prayer, and service throughout school life Collaborates closely with the Pastor and parish leadership to support the parish mission Fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and faith-centered community grounded in Gospel values Instructional Leadership Ensures a rigorous, comprehensive, and standards-aligned curriculum Promotes excellence in teaching and learning through coaching, supervision, and evaluation Uses data and assessment practices to guide instructional improvement and student growth Supports innovation while maintaining strong academic expectations Oversees the Early Learning Center in alignment with school mission and best practices Faculty & Staff Leadership Recruits, hires, develops, and retains outstanding faculty and staff Cultivates a professional culture of collaboration, accountability, and growth Provides meaningful professional development aligned with school goals Establishes clear expectations and conducts regular performance evaluations Student Formation & School Culture Promotes the development of the whole child: spiritual, academic, social, and emotional Establishes and maintains consistent, restorative, and faith-based discipline practices Ensures a safe, respectful, and nurturing learning environment Operational & Financial Stewardship Oversees school budgeting, financial planning, and responsible resource management Supervises facilities operations and long-term campus needs Ensures compliance with Archdiocesan policies and state regulations Works collaboratively with the School Commission in consultative governance Community Engagement & Advancement Serves as a visible and accessible leader within the parish, school, and local community Communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and stakeholders Provides leadership and partnership in enrollment growth and retention efforts Supports fundraising, development initiatives, and community-building events Professional Growth Continues personal and professional formation in leadership, Catholic education, and spirituality Engages actively with the Office for Catholic Schools and Archdiocesan initiatives Salary & Benefits Salary Range is $125,000 - $140,000. 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. Application Process Deadline: Open until filled. Applicants should complete the online application through the Archdiocese of Seattle Office for Catholic Schools: Please visit Click Employment , then select Start an Application or Continue/Modify My Application .

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