Elementary Principal — Data‑Driven, Equity‑Focused Leader

Keller Elementary School; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller Elementary School in Colorado Springs School District 11 seeks a Principal to lead instructional programs, foster equity, and drive student achievement. The role reports to the Area Superintendent, with a 1.0 FTE and a 210-day calendar.

Responsibilities include supervision of staff, budget oversight, community engagement, and district initiative implementation. Candidates should hold a Colorado Principal License, have 5+ years of instructional experience, and a proven record of

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field.
• Valid Colorado Principal License or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of five years of classroom/instructional experience.
• Minimum of three years of administrative or leadership experience.
• Preferred qualifications include K–12 leadership and bilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide Instructional Leadership and oversee development of instructional programs.
• Foster safe, inclusive, equitable school culture and high expectations.
• Hire, mentor, and evaluate staff; provide coaching and professional development.
• Engage families and community partners; communicate school progress.
• Oversee budgeting, scheduling, facilities, and regulatory compliance.
• Implement district strategic initiatives and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead ethical, culturally responsive leadership and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Stakeholder communication

Budgeting

Policy compliance

Education

Master’s degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field

Valid Colorado Principal License (or eligibility for licensure)

Minimum of five (5) years of successful classroom or related instructional experience

Minimum of three (3) years of administrative or leadership experience

Preferred: leadership experience across K–12 and/or bilingual proficiency

Job description

Keller Elementary School in Colorado Springs School District 11 seeks a Principal to lead instructional programs, foster equity, and drive student achievement. The role reports to the Area Superintendent, with a 1.0 FTE and a 210-day calendar.

Responsibilities include supervision of staff, budget oversight, community engagement, and district initiative implementation. Candidates should hold a Colorado Principal License, have 5+ years of instructional experience, and a proven record of