Principal Elementary (2026-27 school year)
About The Position
The elementary principal serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of the elementary school. The position is responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the Alaska Board of Education to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe, child-centered learning environment that meets and exceeds the Common Core State Standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the elementary principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extracurricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operations. The elementary principal reports to and is evaluated by the senior director of Elementary Education. This position requires both a valid Alaska administrative certificate and a valid Alaska teaching or type C special services certificate. Successful candidates are required to maintain both Alaska certificates throughout the tenure of this position. The number of work days is based upon the APA negotiated pay scale. Information can be found online on our Labor Relations Department website . This position has a retirement association with the Alaska Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).
Requirements
- A master's degree in educational leadership, public school administration, or a closely related field, or completion of a school administration/educational leadership program which leads to certification.
- By start date: a valid Alaska type B administrative certificate with an endorsement including elementary grade levels and a valid Alaska teaching (initial, professional, or master) or Alaska Type C special services certificate.
- Educators at a Kindergarten through 3rd grade school must meet requirements for the Alaska Reads Act
Nice To Haves
- Evidence of three years of successful public school experience.
- Evidence of three years of successful public elementary level teaching experience.
- Evidence of two years of successful public elementary level administrative experience.
Responsibilities
- Provides leadership for an educational organization.
- Guides instruction and supports an effective learning environment.
- Oversees the implementation of curriculum.
- Coordinates services that support student growth and development.
- Provides for staffing and professional development to meet students learning needs.
- Uses assessment and evaluation information about students, staff, and the community in making decisions.
- Communicates with diverse groups and individuals with clarity and sensitivity.
- Acts in accordance with established laws, policies, procedures, and good business practices.
- Understands the influence of social, cultural, political and economic forces on the educational environment and uses this knowledge to serve the needs of children families, and communities.
- Facilitates the participation of parents and families as partners in the education of children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
