Principal, Education Administration

Job Description

Applications will be received until June 30th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board k12.org.

The hourly principal supports schools on a temporary hourly basis. They may lead and manage a school, overseeing educational programs, staff, budgets, and student discipline. They ensure a safe, effective learning environment and foster strong community relationships to enhance student success.

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Hourly rates based on the Retiree and DSLA Salary Schedule here
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

• Lead a staff of administrative, certificated and classified personnel assigned to the school.
• Develop plans that improve the quality and adequacy of instruction, and foster student achievement, growth and development.
• Research and demonstrate an understanding of, and communicate the education‑based aims and needs of the community to school staff and central administration.
• Supervise certificated and classified staff and ensure professional growth and development, attainment of district and building instructional goals, implementation of curriculum, and effective use of all staff‑based and facility‑based resources.
• Plan, prepare and administer the school budget, including the translation of educational needs, goals and objectives into budgetary terms.
• Perform other related duties, including special projects, as required or requested.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in education or in the subject areas for which you are applying.
• Hold a Master’s Degree in Elementary/Secondary Education, Administration, Curriculum, Instruction or Guidance, preferred.
• Hold a valid Colorado Department of Education Principal License (must be current and active while in the position).
• Five (5) or more years of experience as an educator. Demonstrated effective and diplomatic oral and written communication skills.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.