Elementary Principal

Openings as of 6/23/2026 at Pocahontas County Schools.

Position: Elementary Principal (Job )

Position Type: Administration (Educator)/ Elementary School Principal

Date Posted: 6/17/2026

Location: Marlinton Elementary School

Date Available: 08/01/2026

Closing Date: 06/24/2026

County: Pocahontas County Schools

POSITION: Head Principal

LOCATION: Marlinton Elementary School

CLASSIFICATION: Professional

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

EVALUATION: Evaluations conducted as defined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5310 and PCBOE Policy 3220.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

Term of employment: Starting with the  school year; 220-day annual contract

SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountysc for pay scales and benefits information.

The school principal is the chief administrator responsible for the operations, management, and leadership of the school, overseeing staff, curriculum, and student well‑being to ensure a positive and effective learning environment. Key duties include managing resources, evaluating teachers, counseling students, developing school‑wide goals, and maintaining communication with teachers, students, parents, and the community.

• WV Professional Administrative Certificate with Endorsement as Principal
• Master's Degree or above in education, with emphasis on leadership/administration
• Principal/Administrative experience preferred, and preferably at the Elementary level
• Successful experience as a teacher, preferably at the Elementary level
• Successful completion of the WV Evaluation Leadership Institute or ability to complete upon hire
• Knowledge of the WV Standards for High Quality Schools (WV Code §18A-2-9)
• Knowledge of the school accreditation process (WV Code §18A-2-9)
• Knowledge of strategic planning for continuing improvement (WV Code §18A-2-9)
• Knowledge of Support for Personalized Learning (SPL), Special Education, MTSS and other instructional frameworks that support student success
• Knowledge of best practices relative to elementary curricula and instruction/school improvement
• Knowledge of Early Childhood Programs (PK/K)
• Knowledge/skills to utilize WVEIS 2.0
• Knowledge of current student discipline and attendance requirements
• Knowledge of student enrollment procedures; school scheduling; substitute management processes
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

• Clear and Focused Learning Mission and Vision – The ability to facilitate the development, articulation, and implementation of a vision and goals that are shared and supported by the school community. The school leader ensures the vision reflects high standards for student learning and the belief that all students can learn.
• Interpersonal and Collaborative Skills – The school leader demonstrates effective and professional interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• School culture / instruction – The ability to advocate, nurture, and sustain the development of school culture and instructional programs that are conducive to student learning, professional staff development, and safety. The leader ensures a culture of high expectations is evident for self, student, and staff performance.
• Continuous improvement strategies – The school leader ensures continuous improvement through the implementation of focused instructional leadership, data‑driven decision making, collaboration among stakeholders, and a positive learning environment.
• Operational Efficiency to Promote Learning – The school leader effectively and efficiently manages school resources including the use and implementation of technology, and the financial oversight of all school‑related programs.
• Knowledge of laws, policies and regulations – The school leader shall know, understand, and observe all laws, policies, and regulations in maintaining a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Family and Community Connections – The school leader effectively communicates and creates partnerships to engage students, staff, families, and the community.
• Professional Conduct – The school leader shall serve as a role model and maintain standards of exemplary conduct throughout the school…