Elementary Principal; Succession Planning

Elementary Principal (Succession Planning)

Are you a visionary educator ready to shape the foundational years of our students' academic journeys? We are looking for forward-thinking leaders to join our Elementary Principal Succession Pipeline. This isn't just a job posting—it’s an invitation to engage in intentional conversation and development.

As an Elementary Principal, you will cultivate a joyful, safe, and academically rigorous environment where our youngest learners thrive. You will lead a dedicated team of educators, foster strong family partnerships, and set the cultural tone for the entire school community.

• Instructional Leadership
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  Champion early literacy, foundational numeracy, and evidence-based instructional practices tailored for elementary learners.
• Culture & Community
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  Build a positive, inclusive, and trauma-informed school culture that celebrates diversity and supports social-emotional learning (SEL).
• Talent Development
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  Mentor, coach, and retain high-quality elementary teachers and staff.
• Strategic Operations
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  Oversee daily school operations, budgeting, and resource allocation aligned with student achievement goals.

• Master’s Degree in education administration and considerable administrative and educational experience.
• Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision, PreK-12, or an equivalent level of education and experience.
• A deep understanding of early childhood development and elementary curriculum standards.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other District employees and the general public.
• Ability to motivate others to reach their fullest potential.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to set expectations, build capacity, model learning, lead symbolically, manage effectively, and respond to constituent groups and the community.

• Human Resources
• 3300 Kings Mountain Road
• Martinsville, Virginia 24112
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: human resources.va.us

We look forward to receiving your application!