About St. Joseph’s Academy

Founded in 1868 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, St. Joseph’s Academy is a premier Catholic, all-girls, college-preparatory high school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, dedicated to educating young women as responsible and unifying members of the world community. Guided by the spirit and charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph, SJA fosters spiritual growth, academic excellence, leadership and service to others.

St. Joseph’s Academy has been recognized as a five-time National Blue Ribbon School. With an enrollment of 1,127 students, SJA draws young women from across the greater Baton Rouge area who seek a rigorous academic program, a vibrant faith community and a lifelong sisterhood rooted in shared values.

Located on a beautiful and historic 15-acre campus on Broussard Street, SJA offers state-of-the-art facilities, including modern academic spaces, a fine arts center and athletic facilities that support a wide range of co-curricular opportunities. The school’s rich history, coupled with a commitment to innovation and mission-driven education, makes it one of Louisiana’s most respected Catholic institutions.

St. Joseph’s Academy is sponsored by the Congregation of St. Joseph and a member of the CSJ Mission Network.

To learn more about St. Joseph’s Academy, please visit www.sjabr.org.

About the President’s Role

The President serves as the chief executive officer of St. Joseph’s Academy and is responsible for advancing the school’s mission, strategic vision and institutional sustainability. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President provides inspirational and mission-centered leadership while working in close collaboration with the Principal, administrative team, faculty, staff and the Sisters of St. Joseph.

The next President will:

• Be a practicing Catholic who embraces and lives the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
• Serve as the chief ambassador for St. Joseph’s Academy, strengthening relationships with students, alumnae, parents, faculty, staff and the broader Baton Rouge community.
• Lead with faith, vision and integrity, inspiring collaboration and a shared sense of mission.
• Advance institutional growth through strategic planning, enrollment management, advancement and community engagement.
• Champion academic excellence, faith formation and co-curricular innovation in partnership with the Principal and school leadership.
• Steward the Academy’s financial health and long-term vitality in alignment with its mission and strategic goals.

Application Process

While the full Search Prospectus is being developed, interested candidates are encouraged to contact Kyle Pietrantonio to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity:

Kyle Pietrantonio, Senior Partner

Partners in Mission Search Solutions

kpietrantonio@partnersinmission.com

202-390-0230

All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. The new President will begin service in July 2026.