Heavenly Father,

You are the source of all wisdom and understanding. We place before You our search for a servant leader who will guide Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School. Grant us clarity and discernment as we seek someone who will uphold our mission, live our values, and nurture the spiritual, moral, and intellectual growth of every student.

Bless those who will lead, those who will choose, and those who will serve, that all decisions reflect Your will and bring glory to Your name. May the person You guide to us be a faithful witness to Your love, a shepherd to our community, and a servant of Your Kingdom.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Principal Search

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School, guided by the mission and values of the Sisters of the Company of Mary, is seeking a dedicated, mission-driven servant leader to serve as our next Principal. We are looking for an individual who will faithfully uphold our Catholic identity, embrace the Signa Pedagogical Model and Unitas Evangelical Model, and partner with parents and faculty to form students spiritually, morally, intellectually, and relationally.

As we discern this important call, we ask for God’s guidance to lead us to a principal who will shepherd our community with faith, vision, and dedication to the flourishing of every student.

Principal – Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School

Location: Tustin, California
Grades: Preschool – 8th Grade
School Type: Private, Catholic, sponsored by the Sisters of the Company of Mary

Anticipated Start Date of the New Principal: July 2026

About the Principal's Role

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School in Tustin, California, seeks a faith-filled, mission-driven Principal committed to Catholic education and the transformative power of the Gospel. Sponsored by the Sisters of the Company of Mary, Our Lady, and part of a global network of 86 schools, the school forms the whole person through a personal encounter with Christ, guided by the Signa Pedagogical Model and the Unitas Evangelical Model. The Principal will serve as spiritual and instructional leader, collaborating with the Sisters and lay educators to foster a culture of faith, joy, belonging, and excellence rooted in Gospel values and the school’s core principles of faith, community, respect, service, and sacrifice. In partnership with parents, the Principal will guide students’ integral formation—spiritually, morally, intellectually, socially, and physically—while ensuring innovation and technology serve mission and human dignity. Interested candidates may contact Shana Rossi to learn more about this inspiring leadership opportunity.

  • Live and model the Catholic faith, embodying the charism of the Company of Mary.
  • Foster a Christ-centered culture and support faith formation for students, faculty, and families.
  • Inspire the school community to grow in virtue, character, and service.
  • Implement and oversee the Signa Pedagogical Model and Unitas Evangelical Model.
  • Ensure academic excellence through rigorous, innovative, and purpose-driven instruction.
  • Support teacher growth and professional development aligned with mission and values.
  • Balance technology and AI in ways that enhance student learning and formation.
  • Promote a culture of character-centered discipline and the development of core virtues.
  • Build strong partnerships with families and the broader community to reinforce shared values.
  • Cultivate an environment of respect, responsibility, and service throughout the school.
  • Collaborate with the Board of Trustees and leadership teams to uphold policies, maintain accreditation standards, and guide strategic planning.
  • Ensure operational and financial stability in alignment with school mission.
  • Serve as a visible witness of faith and integrity.
  • Inspire students, staff, and families to live the Gospel through moral courage, service, and stewardship.

Application Process

Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School has engaged with Partners in Mission Search Solutions, a nationally recognized consulting firm specializing in Catholic school leadership transitions, to lead this search process.

The Search Committee is committed to a process marked by prayerful discernment, inclusivity and transparency. All inquiries, nominations and applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. The new Principal will begin service in July 2026.

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