Milton Elementary School Principal

Principal (Milton Elementary School)

The Milton School District is seeking an adaptive and student-centered leader to serve as Principal of Milton Elementary School. This position is central to ensuring a strong, inclusive school culture while advancing high-quality instruction that meets the needs of all students. The principal will lead the development and refinement of systems that support academic achievement, social-emotional well-being, and equitable access to learning.

This includes overseeing curriculum implementation aligned with New Hampshire ED 306 standards, strengthening intervention and support structures, and fostering a collaborative professional culture among staff. The ideal candidate will bring a deep commitment to building a positive school environment where all students feel known, supported, and challenged, while also demonstrating the ability to lead continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making and aligned instructional practices.

Essential Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership and Continuous Improvement
• Lead the implementation and ongoing refinement of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices aligned with New Hampshire ED 306 standards.
• Supervise and evaluate instructional staff using the district's approved evaluation model (Marzano).
• Establish and monitor systems for data use, including assessment, progress monitoring, and intervention planning.
• Support consistent instructional practices across grade levels to ensure high-quality learning experiences for all students.

School Culture and Student Support Systems

• Develop and sustain a positive, inclusive, and student-centered school culture.
• Ensure systems are in place to meet the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students.
• Promote practices that support student engagement, belonging, and well-being.
• Maintain high expectations for student conduct, safety, and school climate.

Staff Development and Collaborative Structures

• Hire, supervise, and support certified and support staff.
• Facilitate collaborative team structures, including grade-level and intervention teams.
• Support professional learning aligned with district priorities and school-based needs.
• Build leadership capacity among staff to support continuous improvement efforts.

Operations and Organizational Management

• Oversee daily building operations, including scheduling, safety procedures, and resource allocation.
• Collaborating with district leadership on budget development and management.
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

Communication and Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison between Milton Elementary School and the broader community.
• Maintain clear, consistent, and transparent communication with families and staff.
• Partner with families and community organizations to support student success.
• Align school-based practices with district goals and priorities.

Key Focus Areas in Alignment with District Priorities

• Development of a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Systems to support the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of all students.
• Effective use of data to inform instruction and intervention.
• Alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Strengthening collaborative team structures and professional learning.
• Ensuring equitable access to high-quality learning experiences for all students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid New Hampshire Principal Certification.
• Master's degree (required) in educational leadership or related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading instructional improvement and school culture initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and student support frameworks.
• Experience using student data to inform instructional decision-making.
• Proven ability to build collaborative teams and support staff development.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

About the Milton School District

Milton School District, part of SAU 64, is committed to building a rigorous, student-centered learning environment where all students are supported, challenged, and prepared for the future. We pride ourselves on our close-knit school community and our focus on relationships, responsiveness, and continuous improvement. Nestled in a scenic region of New Hampshire, Milton offers easy access to the Seacoast and Lakes Region and is within commuting distance of Boston, MA, and Portland, ME.

We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a district that values collaboration, innovation, and whole-child success.