Principal, Education Administration
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration -
Management
Education Administration
Location: Freeport
Principal – Durham Community School
RSU 5 is seeking an inspiring, thoughtful, and community‑minded principal to lead Durham Community School, a PreK–Grade 8 school serving nearly 500 students in the heart of Durham, Maine. This role offers the opportunity to lead a school with a strong sense of identity, a highly skilled and committed staff, and deep community pride.
About The SchoolDurham Community School is a place where relationships matter. Students are known and supported, families are engaged partners, and educators care deeply about their work. The next principal will build on this strong foundation by fostering trust, clarity, and shared purpose—ensuring that improvement efforts are thoughtful, inclusive, and rooted in listening and collaboration.
About The CommunityDurham offers the best of Maine living: peaceful rural farmland paired with easy access to the state’s largest urban amenities. Located between the Maine Turnpike and I‑295, Durham has approximately 4,350 residents, a growing local business community, and families who value education as the heart of their town.
The Leader We SeekThe successful candidate will:
- Lead with curiosity, humility, and integrity
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students, staff, and families
- Communicate clearly and thoughtfully, especially during times of change
- Value shared leadership and alignment before action
- Be a visible, engaged presence in both the school and the community
- Partner closely with a collaborative and accomplished administrative team
RSU 5 believes schools thrive when leadership is intentional, transparent, and grounded in relationships. We are committed to supporting leaders who listen deeply, act thoughtfully, and lead with both heart and skill. If you are seeking a principalship where community, trust, and purpose are central—and where your leadership can make a lasting impact—we invite you to apply.
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Final date to receive applications: Thursday, January 29, 2026
Requirements- Minimum of master’s degree
- Maine principal certification (040)
- At least five years combined successful experience in teaching and administration
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