Summary
The Elementary School Principal serves as the instructional, cultural, and organizational leader of the school, creating the conditions in which every student and employee can succeed. The principal establishes a clear vision for high-quality instruction and student achievement, develops the capacity of employees through coaching and collaboration, and fosters a culture of belonging, high expectations, and continuous improvement. Through effective communication and meaningful partnerships with families, teachers, staff, and the community, the principal builds trust, promotes student safety and well-being, and ensures effective school operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
Instructional Excellence: Lead high-quality, evidence-based instruction aligned with the Davis School District Model of Instruction and the Science of Reading.
Student Achievement: Use student learning data to establish meaningful goals aligned with district goals and priorities, monitor progress, and ensure academic growth for all learners.
Collaborative Leadership: Collaborate with District Departments to support students' academic, behavioral and social-emotional need. Develop high-functioning Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), guiding coalitions, and shared leadership structures.
School Culture and Safety: Establish a positive, inclusive, and safe school environment where students, employees, and families belong, feel valued and respected.
Teacher and Staff Development: Strengthen instructional practice through meaningful observations, coaching, professional learning, and evaluation.
Operational Leadership: Effectively manage school resources, personnel, policies, and procedures with professionalism and accountability.
Effective Communication: Foster open, timely, transparent, and professional communication with students, employees, families, and district leadership to build trust, strengthen relationships, ensure clarity of expectations, and promote a positive school culture.
Family and Community Partnerships: Build trust through transparent communication, meaningful engagement, and strong community relationships.
Educational Experience Required:
Three years of successful experience in school administration with preference given to candidates who have prior principal administrative experience.
Master's degree in education, educational leadership, or related field.
Valid Utah administrative/educational leadership license or appropriate credential.
Required Documents:
- Current resume
- Cover Letter
- Three current letters of recommendation (none being from your current supervisor)
- Copy of university graduate transcripts
- Copy of educator License
- Copy of school leadership license
Submit completed application prior to November 25, 2026, for priority consideration. (Please make sure application information is current before submitting). Please attach each document as a separate file (i.e., resume, transcript, each letter of reference).
