Elementary Principal

Location: Soap Lake

First round of applicants will be reviewed on March 31, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Soap Lake School District is seeking a student-centered Elementary School Principal to lead our Preschool-Grade 5 building. This role requires a collaborative leader who builds trust, engages families and staff, and ensures sound fiscal and operational management. The successful candidate will support students and staff by fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-achieving school culture. Contracted July 1 - June 30; 215 days per year, FLSA Exempt position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Guide and support implementation of high-impact, research-based instructional strategies to improve student learning.

* Assist instructional staff with alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment with state and district learning goals.

* Foster a culture of data-informed decision making to monitor growth and close opportunity gaps.

* Support teacher teams through collaborative professional learning and continuous improvement.

* Oversee a school-wide MTSS framework to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.

* Coordinate with staff to ensure timely interventions and progress monitoring.

* Promote an inclusive school environment where all students feel respected, supported, and have access to high-quality learning.

* Ensure equitable access to resources and support services for students with diverse needs, including students with disabilities and English learners.

* Implement restorative approaches that strengthen relationships and provide constructive responses to behavior.

* Maintain a safe and positive school climate built on respect, accountability, and support.

* Build strong partnerships with families and the school community.

* Support and develop staff through ongoing feedback, collaboration, and professional development.

* Manage school resources responsibly and align the budget with school goals and student needs.

* Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, safety protocols, and building maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related field.

* Valid Washington Administrator Certificate with principal endorsement is required.

* Minimum of five years of successful teaching or administrative experience.

* Teaching experience at the elementary level preferred.

* Strong knowledge of elementary education, curriculum development, and instructional best practices.

* Demonstrated experience in student behavior management, Positive Behavioral Support and Intervention (PBIS) systems, and inclusive and restorative practices.

* Excellent communication, problem-solving, technology integration, and organizational skills.

* Demonstrated ability to work positively in partnership with parents, staff, students, and the community to promote student-centered learning.

* Demonstrated ability to foster an inclusive, equitable, and engaging learning environment.

* Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing educational needs with a flexible, collaborative, and positive attitude.

* Demonstrated knowledge of, experience with, and willingness to work with multilingual learners and students with special needs.

Interested applicants should submit:

* Online Application including the following:

* Letter of interest

* Current resume

* Three current letters of recommendation

* Three professional references

* Unofficial Transcripts

* Copy of valid WA Administrator Certificate with Principal endorsement

SEBB Insurance Program Benefits for eligible positions (630 hours) include:

* Fully and self-insured medical plans with prescription drug benefits

* Health savings accounts (HSA) for high deductible medical plan

* Dental Plans

* Vision Plans

* Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - Employer Paid and Supplemental Options

* Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance - Employer Paid and Supplemental Options

* Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) Option

* Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Option

Other Benefits:

* Participation in Department of Retirement Systems (DRS)

* Optional participation in 403(b)

* Up to 5 personal leave days per school year

* Up to 12 sick leave days per year

* Cell phone stipend OR District Cell Phone

* Travel Reimbursement

* Professional Membership Dues

* Professional Development