Franklin Wilson Elementary School Principal

Job Description:

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.
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The School Principal serves as the instructional and operational leader of the school, responsible for achieving high levels of student success, maintaining a positive and inclusive culture, and ensuring alignment with the District’s Strategic Goals, Vision, and Promise. The School Principal leads all aspects of school operations—including academics, personnel, management, and community engagement—to foster an environment where students and staff excel.

The School Principal models the essential skills and attitudes of the Mesa Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate by demonstrating ethical leadership, resilience, continuous improvement, and commitment to excellence.

Employment Type

Principal – Elementary School, Full-time

Salary Range

$97,301-$128,437 Salary Procedures:
Years of administrative experience and education beyond Master’s applied

Benefits

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance. Performance Pay:
Available annually. Calendar:
Administrative Exempt, 12-month position.

Reports To

Executive Director

Job Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and School Improvement
• Provides visionary leadership to advance the District’s mission and ensure all students meet or exceed academic growth and achievement expectations.
• Develops implements, and monitors the school’s comprehensive improvement plan aligned with district strategic goals and accountability measures.
• Creates and maintains a culture of urgency, excellence, and continuous improvement in every aspect of the school.
• Sets clear expectations and performance standards for teaching, learning, and professional conduct.
• Leads the school in achieving measurable academic, behavioral, and operational results consistent with district priorities.
Instructional Leadership and Accountability
• Ensures the effective delivery of high-quality, standards-aligned instruction across all content areas.
• Supervises, observes, and evaluates certified and classified staff to ensure instructional excellence and operational efficiency.
• Provides targeted coaching and feedback to support professional growth and improve classroom practice.
• Uses data to monitor instructional effectiveness, student learning outcomes, and staff performance.
• Holds teachers and staff accountable for student outcomes, professional standards, and district expectations.
• Collaborates with district academic leadership to ensure curriculum alignment, professional learning, and instructional coherence.
Culture, Climate, and Community
• Establishes and sustains a safe, positive, and inclusive school culture that fosters belonging, engagement, and high expectations for all.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families to promote shared responsibility for student success.
• Communicates proactively with stakeholders to build transparency, collaboration, and community trust.
• Demonstrates resilience and determination in overcoming challenges and leading the school through change.
• Promotes inclusion through culturally responsive leadership practices and programs.
Continuous Improvement and Data-Driven Decision-Making
• Analyzes academic, behavioral, and operational data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Leads collaborative data teams and continuous improvement cycles to drive student achievement and staff effectiveness.
• Develops and implements strategies to improve student enrollment, engagement, and retention.
• Establishes and monitors key performance indicators to measure progress and ensure accountability.
• Facilitates reflective and evidence-based decision-making at all levels of the school.
Operations, Management, and Compliance
• Oversees all operations, ensuring efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and adherence to district systems and processes.
• Follows and enforces all federal and state laws, district Governing Board policies, administrative regulations, and procedural guidelines.
• Ensur…