Principal - Grades K - 6

Position: PRINCIPAL - GRADES K - 6
Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
3/2/2026

Location:
Cherokee Elementary School

Date Available:
08/03/2026

Closing Date:
03/16/2026

District:
Lakota Local Schools
Lakota Local School District is a vibrant and dynamic educational community, serving over 18,000 students.
Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.

Description: Principal - Grades K - 6, 1 FTE

Job Summary: Enables Lakota students to achieve their fullest potential by serving as educational leader of assigned elementary/early elementary school providing direction in the successful delivery of academic instruction to the
District's elementary/early elementary school students assuring learning experiences consistent with the mission statement and instructional goals of the building and District.

Qualifications: Holds a Bachelor's degree in related field. A Master's degree is preferred
3-5 years of related experience including supervisory responsibilities.
Valid Ohio Department of Education license or equivalent as is necessary.
Valid Driver's license.
Demonstrate knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and District policies related to assigned functions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively and work productively with all levels of District staff, parents and the general public. The incumbent is also required to have effective verbal and written
communication skills and be able to handle problem situations in a tactful, courteous and respectful manner.
Analytical ability to analyze and summarize data related to job assignments and develop plans of action to address any issues and concerns.
Skills necessary to provide guidance, train and review the work of assigned staff.
Demonstrate ability to effectively serve as a leader and member of a team.
Demonstrate supervisory skills to effectively manage the daily operations and administration of assigned function(s).
Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the concerns of staff/parents in a timely manner, respond to emergency situations, and resolve problem situations in a positive manner.
Physical ability to perform all essential functions of the position.

Working Conditions: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 260 days per school year calendar.
View an attachment for any special requirements and job description under "Apply/View Open Positions" at

Application Procedure: Apply online at through the Butler County Area Application Consortium.

Selection Procedure: Following the review of all internal applicants, administration will review all applicants who have completed an on-line application at
Current Lakota employees must create a user account and application in the Butler County Area Application Consortium to apply for these positions.

Applicants that are offered positions shall be required to submit to an FBI/BCII criminal background check. Failure to satisfactorily pass the criminal background check based on the discretion of the Board of Education will preclude an individual from employment with the district.

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Attachment(s):

• Cherokee Principal
• PRINCIPAL - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-6) Cherokee.docx