Description
Notice of Opening
Principal - Prairie View Elementary (PreK-Grade 5)
Eden Prairie Schools is seeking a visionary, student-centered leader to serve as an Elementary Principal. We are looking for a collaborative educator who is passionate about academic excellence, strong relationships, and creating a school culture where every student and staff member feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
Our elementary principals are instructional leaders, culture builders, and strategic problem-solvers who work closely with students, staff, families, and the community to ensure high levels of learning and belonging for all. This role requires a leader who can balance day-to-day operations with long-term vision, support and develop staff, use data to drive continuous improvement, and foster a positive and inclusive school environment.
Eden Prairie Schools serves approximately 9,000 students in one of Minnesota's most innovative and high-performing school districts. We are committed to preparing every student for success through personalized learning experiences, strong community partnerships, and a relentless focus on student growth and wellbeing.
Position Requirements
- Current Minnesota K-12 Principal License, or ability to obtain by start date.
- Master's degree required; Specialist or Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership or related field preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of successful educational leadership experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting student achievement, staff development, and school improvement efforts.
- Experience leading or supporting diverse learners and inclusive educational practices preferred.
Qualifications
- Proven ability to lead a positive, student-centered school culture focused on belonging, engagement, and high expectations.
- Strong instructional leadership skills, including knowledge of curriculum, assessment, data analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and strong relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
- Experience supervising, coaching, developing, and evaluating staff to improve performance and support growth.
- Skilled communicator with the ability to navigate complex situations with professionalism, empathy, and clarity.
- Ability to lead collaborative teams, facilitate problem-solving, and manage change effectively.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ensuring all students have access to high-quality learning opportunities.
- Strong organizational and operational leadership skills, including scheduling, budgeting, safety, and resource management.
- Experience using technology and data systems to improve communication, efficiency, and decision-making.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically while managing daily school operations effectively.
Position reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education
Starting Salary: $190,165 - $194,715 (dependent on education and experience)
Application preferred by: Monday, May 25, 2026 (Application review will begin immediately.)
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Screening Interviews: Ongoing
Staff Panel Interview: Friday, May 29th
Community Engagement Interviews: Monday, June 1st
Final Interview w/Cabinet: Wednesday, June 3rd
For more information on the Prairie View Elementary Principal job search, please visit https://my.edenpr.org/principalsearch.
To view the benefit package and apply online, please visit www.epjobs.org . Please contact Human Resources at (952) 975-7132 with any questions. Confidential inquiries may be directed to Felicia Thames, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education.
Eden Prairie Public Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives and regulations of Federal, State and Local governing bodies or agencies. Eden Prairie Public Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.
