Description

The elementary school principal serves as the instructional and cultural leader of the school. This individual is responsible for carrying out the district’s mission and vision at the school level,  partnering with families and community to ensure a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Established success as an educational leader, either as a principal, assistant principal, dean of students, or similar formal supervisory capacity that clearly demonstrates ability to successfully lead an entire school community.
• Is a lead-learner with a deep knowledge of high-quality instructional strategies and desire to continue learning.
• Proven track record as an administrator or educational leader that demonstrates unwavering commitment to ensure all students learn at high levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment for all. Strength in managing conflict in a positive and professional manner.
• Understands the importance of supporting the social/emotional needs of students and the critical role it plays in their success.
• Demonstrated success as a strong leader, skilled at facilitating groups to build consensus and work towards a common vision.
• Leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a data-driven plan for increasing student achievement, including the use of multiple student data elements.

 
Desired Qualifications  

• Desires to make a difference in the community in which they work by becoming actively engaged and involved. 
• Experience with and passionate support for a culture of learning centered around collaboration and collective efficacy.
• Experience leading high quality professional development to adult learners.
• Builds, creates and maintains a culture that fosters collaborative relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Models exemplary professionalism.
• Deep commitment to personal professional growth.
• Seeks to work in a district that values diversity, equity, and collaboration.
• Success establishing strong working relationships with fellow principals and district leadership.
• A successful track record of working effectively with all parents and stakeholders including working with students and families from diverse socio-economic levels and special populations.

 Certification

        Valid Washington State Certificate with Principal Endorsement