High School Principal

Overview

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Principal High School
• Date Posted: 2/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Hopkins High School

Champion equitable systems and restorative practices that affirm every student's identity and ensure physical and emotional safety.

Lead through the Hopkins commitment to belonging; creating a culture where all students and staff feel valued, respected, and empowered.

Foster an environment that proactively addresses disparities and removes barriers to opportunity.

Serve as the school's instructional leader by setting clear expectations for high-quality, culturally responsive teaching and learning.

Use data to drive continuous improvement and academic growth for all students.

Lead professional learning communities and coaching cycles that empower teachers to refine their craft and innovate in instruction.

Design and implement visionary strategies that elevate student learning experiences, leveraging technology, global competencies, and student-centered design.

Build systems that balance accountability with creativity, ensuring the school remains responsive to evolving educational needs.

Model resilience, transparency, and adaptive leadership.

Supervise, evaluate, and develop all licensed and non-licensed staff.

Build a culture of professional growth, mutual respect, and shared accountability.

Empower teacher leaders and staff to co-lead school wide initiatives that advance the district's mission.

Serve as the face and voice of Hopkins High School, communicating with clarity, warmth, and professionalism.

Strengthen partnerships with parents, businesses, postsecondary institutions, and community leaders.

Celebrate student and staff accomplishments to elevate the Hopkins brand across Minnesota and beyond.

Oversee school operations, safety, budgets, and facilities in partnership with district departments.

Manage systems that ensure consistency, clarity, and high performance in all areas of school life.

Align people, time, and resources to best serve students and the Hopkins mission.

Valid Minnesota Secondary School Principal License (required)

Advanced degree (preferred)

Proven track record of equity-centered, transformational leadership

Experience leading large, diverse teams in complex educational environments

Deep understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy, restorative practices, and data-driven decision making

Strong relationship-building, communication, and collaboration skills

Compensation and Benefits

• District-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage options with generous annual allowances
• VEBA (HRA) contributions and 403(b) matching up to $5,700 annually
• Life insurance (2x annual salary) and Long-Term Disability % income protection
• 15 paid sick days, 3 personal days, and paid holidays (including Juneteenth)
• Professional development fund ($2,897 annually) and access to national conference support
• Retirement severance benefits up to 50% of final annual salary

Compensation

This is a 12-month, full-time position governed by the Hopkins Association of School Administrators (HASA) Master Agreement.

Salary Range: $162,617 – $179,839 depending on experience and qualifications, plus educational stipends (up to $2,500 for advanced degrees).

Operational Details

• Comprehensive Benefits Include:
  District-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage options with generous annual allowances
• VEBA (HRA) contributions and 403(b) matching up to $5,700 annually
• Life insurance (2x annual salary) and Long-Term Disability % income protection
• 15 paid sick days, 3 personal days, and paid holidays (including Juneteenth)
• Professional development fund ($2,897 annually) and access to national conference support
• Retirement severance benefits up to 50% of final annual salary