Elementary Principal

Elementary Principal

Richfield Campus

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy engages students in a rigorous Classical education, designed to prepare each one for strong citizenship and life-long learning.

About Us

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy (“SHPA”) is a K-8 public charter school with campuses in Burnsville and Richfield. SHPA is committed to providing an excellent learning environment by engaging students in a rigorous, content-rich curriculum within a Classical education model. SHPA promotes character and social development while embracing the individual needs of each student. The U.S. Department of Education has recognized SHPA for the 2022 National Blue Ribbon Award as an Exemplary High Performing School.

Candidates

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy believes the best Classical teaching and learning fosters disciplined thinking, robust debate, and the joyful pursuit of a hard-earned wisdom. We are most interested in individuals who are confident and resourceful self-starters and problem-solvers willing to work hard and maintain a positive and encouraging attitude congruent with the mission and culture of our school. We also believe a strong, sincere interest in teaching and learning combined with the professional capacity to be a communicative, collaborative, and enthusiastic leader in our school community to be essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Observe, guide, and coach teachers in the areas of purposeful lesson planning, engaging instruction, and effective student management with an equity and growth mindset
• Oversee curriculum design and development as well as scope and sequence
• Supervise appropriate measures of student assessment and school progress
• Manage and support student discipline and the behavioral education program positively and well
• Maintain accurate files and documentation and follow consistent policies and procedures
• Monitor and meet data reporting and legal compliance deadlines as required
• Provide productive, responsive, and reliable support to the Executive Director
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Richfield Campus Middle School Principal, and Burnsville Campus Elementary School Principal to ensure alignment of operations, practices, and expectations across schools
• Other duties of this instructional leadership position include, but are not limited to, assist with schedules, attend team meetings, facilitate special events, be accountable to state reporting, plan staff development, and oversee school safety and school culture

Qualifications and Skills

• Candidates must have or be in the process of obtaining an administrative license or hold alternative licensure with relevant graduate-level education
• Experience observing and coaching teachers and working with elementary school students
• Familiarity with Core Knowledge curriculum and appreciation of Classical education
• Demonstrate strong and efficient planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Manage personnel in a manner that is motivational, ethical, and legal
• Oversee an elementary school budget that includes federal and state grant funds
• Be confident and assertive in problem-solving with a focus on cooperation and results
• Show a capacity for being supportive, reflective, responsible, and enthusiastic
• Speak and act in a manner that maintains a positive and encouraging attitude congruent with the mission, vision, and values of a high-quality charter public school
• Value administrating in a broadly diverse and inclusive educational community
• Communicate clearly and constructively with staff, parents, students, and stakeholders
• Understand the purpose use of assessments and data-driven analysis and instruction
• Be willing and able to grow a school as a member of an Administrative Leadership Team

Compensation

This is a fulltime, 1.0 FTE, position and includes a competitive salary, paid time off, insurance benefits, and 403(b) option. The salary range for this position is an annual salary of $100,000-$130,000.

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three Letters of Recommendation
• Copy of Teacher and Administrator License(s)
• College Transcripts

Send electronically: employment@shpamn.org

Email Subject Line: Elementary Principal, Richfield Campus

Hiring Timeline

Applications Due: 2/26

Internal Review of Applicants: 2/27

Screener Calls: 3/3

In-Person First Round Interview: 3/12

In-Person Second Round Interview: 3/14

Decision & Offer: Week of 3/17

Start Date: 7/1/2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000