Elementary Lead Principal

WORK CALENDAR: Full-time; 220 days per year

2025-2026 Principal Calendar

SALARY RANGE: $107,800 - $126,100 (dependent on experience; based on the 2024-2025 salary schedule)

RPA Contract 2023-2025

QUALIFICATIONS: Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: K-12 Principal license

BENEFITS: Benefits available for regular positions working an average of 30 hours per week.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information. Make sure to reference the exact job posting.

Hiring Manager: Jacque Peterson, Chief of Schools

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or email embrennan@rochesterschools.org.

The Elementary Principal leads the delivery of educational programs, operations, personnel, and financial resources within the building to ensure that District policies are followed.
District and state standards are achieved, and that the educational needs of all students are met.

Job Summary:

• Fosters high student achievement and provides learning experiences which help all students meet or exceed the Minnesota standards.
• Develops a safe and welcoming learning environment where all individuals are respected.
• Collaborates with building and District personnel to implement curriculum and instructional programs that support learning opportunities for all students.
Coordinates the involvement of various building stakeholders-staff, parents/guardians, students
• -in the development and implementation of policies that enhance opportunities for students.
• Conducts classroom observations and evaluates the effectiveness of staff.
• Develops building processes and procedures dealing with student learning and behavior.
• Develops and administers the approved building budget and staffing.
• Makes decisions relating to human resources within the building, including but not limited to hiring, discipline, training and development, performance appraisal, and related activities.
• Is an integral member of the District leadership team, serving on building, district, and community committees.
• Develops and directs the preparation of building emergency procedures and responses with District personnel.
• Supports the maintenance and improvement of the school plant, facilities, and equipment.
• Monitors the completion of reports, records, and communications required by the District and State.
• Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Elementary administrative and teaching experience preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, parents/guardians, and community.
• Successful experience in working with diverse populations.
• Successful experience in facilitating educational change.
• Experience in developing and implementing site-based decision-making.
• Current knowledge and experience in supporting instruction.

Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.