Description
POSITION #044-ADM-03-26
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
260 days per year (includes 25 vacation days and 14 paid holidays)
Annual Salary: $148,895 - $167,878
Position begins July 1, 2026
DESCRIPTION: Provide the necessary leadership to create and maintain conditions for a high level of instructional efficacy. Work within the policies of the district and the guidelines of the Superintendent. The principal is the administrator and supervisor of the school and has full responsibility and authority for the control and management of the school in all its operations. Responsibilities include supervision of approximately 60 staff members serving approximately 380 students. As a Title 1 Schoolwide program serving a high poverty area, Lewis & Clark Elementary strives to enrich the educational program and ensure that all students in K-5 achieve academic success. Lewis & Clark is a dual language school. Students learn in a 50/50 “dual language” program of English/Spanish. The sta is looking for someone who will continue our DLE program and be able to provide continued leadership.
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Possess a principal’s credential, valid in the state of Washington. Elementary administrative experience is highly preferred. Bilingual/Biliterate English/Spanish preferred. Experience working with/in a dual language school model preferred. Ability to work in a collaborative environment that promotes trust, shared commitments, shared goals, and continuous improvement. Visionary, culturally-responsive leadership skills that include moving systems forward, supporting stakeholders, and expecting high success for scholars.
Commitment to the inclusion of diverse learners. Ability to improve learning and teaching through an effective staff supervision coaching model. High commitment to implementing district learning and teaching initiatives. Strong instructional leadership that includes a deep understanding of reading science, classroom literacy, and math pedagogy, systems of support, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), data analysis aligned with human resource and instructional support, professional learning, and coaching conversations. Proven organizational planning and continuous communication skills that facilitate positive school culture, predictability of routines and procedures, fiscal responsibility, and community partnerships. Ability to facilitate group collaboration, adult learning, strategic planning, and consensus building. Demonstrate flexibility, resourcefulness, and respect for others. Proven ability to be a productive member of the district’s leadership team. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may nd appropriate and acceptable.
SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. INITIAL REVIEW: March 26, 2026
CONTRACT PROVISIONS: The successful candidate will be offered a continuing contract in accordance with the district-established Principals/Directors salary schedule.
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is represented by the Wenatchee School District Principals/Directors
BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits
Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave, 14 holidays, 11 responsibility days, 3 personal leave days, and 25 vacation days. https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/collective-bargaining-agreements
Other benefits include $3,000 annually for professional growth and development, a transportation allowance of $100-$150/month, and a cell phone stipend of $150/month.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.
Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.
The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161
You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P
El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161
Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P
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