Elementary Principal - NEW POSTING

Centralia School District

Bremerton (WA)

On-site

USD 173,852 - 182,907

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental insurance, vision, life

Disability insurance, sick leave

Job summary

Bremerton School District seeks a qualified principal for Kitsap Lake Elementary School, a vibrant K-5 learning community in Bremerton, WA. The role requires strong instructional leadership, supervision of staff, and a commitment to equity and student achievement.

The successful candidate will lead curriculum alignment, assessment implementation, and building-wide initiatives in a district recognized for student growth and closing achievement gaps.

Qualifications

Hold a valid Washington State Principal’s credential and have successful classroom teaching experience.
Must have demonstrated skills in supervision and evaluation of personnel and instructional program delivery.
Familiarity with the University of Washington’s CEL 5D+ instructional framework or similar WA State frameworks.
Possess a strong instructional background with the understanding of curriculum alignment, instructional practices, and assessment systems.
Experience in interpreting assessment data.
Possess leadership qualities that enhance relationships in a positive, caring, and consistent manner with students, staff and parents.
Possess skills in facilitating, communicating, and working collaboratively with all staff, parents and community members.
Experience with developing and implementing a building budget.

Skills

Leadership

supervision

Communication

Collaboration

Budget management

Data-driven instruction

Education

Washington State Principal’s credential

Job description

The Guaranteed Consideration Date is July 30, 2026 at 12:00 noon Pacific Time. Candidates who meet the screening qualification will be sent tasks by the end of the day, Thursday, July 30th. The tasks will be due by Monday, August 3rd at 12:00 noon Pacific Time.

BREMERTON SCHOOL DISTRICT 100-C

JOB DESCRIPTION – KITSAP LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Our Community

The City of Bremerton is located on Puget Sound in Western Washington. Against the backdrop of the snow-covered Olympic Mountains, Bremerton is a waterfront community with miles of enticing shoreline and parks. The city has undergone an extensive revitalization over the past several years. The downtown has new hotels, a conference center, a county government facility and beautiful landscaping. It is dotted with small parks, including the award-winning waterfront Fountain Park and newly opened Quincy Square. There is a wide variety of charming local events: The Admiral Theatre, First Friday Art Walk, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Bremerton Community Theatre, Farmers ’ Market, Bremerton Brewfest, Armed Forces Festival and Blackberry Festival. A relaxing one-hour ferry ride to Seattle provides a vast array of shopping, theater and sporting events (or use the fast ferry and get there in half the time)! As a well-recognized anchor for the community, the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard provides a strong Navy influence which is celebrated throughout the community.

Our District

The Bremerton School District strives to support the aspirations of all of our students. We have an unwavering commitment to engaging all learners and ensuring that students are healthy, safe, supported, and challenged. We are dedicated to making certain that each student leaves our schools with the tools necessary to thrive. We are Bremerton and together we work to empower our students toward excellence.

Values

High Levels of Learning for All, Equity, Relationships, Integrity, Commitment, and Empathy

Vision

As lifelong learners, our students will develop the confidence, skills, and perseverance to choose their future and become thriving, contributing members and leaders of society.

Mission

The Bremerton School District, together with families and community members, provides equitable education opportunities and supports for all students to provide them the foundation to live productive and rewarding lives.

Beliefs

Highly effective teaching that responds to diverse learners is crucial to learner success.
Our students and communities deserve facilities that are safe, efficient, and multifunctional.
Our students will be prepared for life, career, and lifelong learning.
Comprehensive leadership that focuses on equitable access, family and community partnerships and the attention to the whole student on all areas of development.

Our School – Kitsap Lake Elementary School

Kitsap Lake Elementary is a vibrant K-5 learning community in the Bremerton School District where the belief that everyone is welcome and everyone belongs shapes every aspect of the school's culture. Guided by the motto "Learning's Great at the Lake!" and the core values of Learning, Achievement, Kindness, and Excellence (L.A.K.E.), the school is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment where every student is known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential. A hallmark of the school is its implementation of the Ron Clark Academy House System, which places every student and staff member into one of eight cross-grade "houses" that foster belonging, leadership, teamwork, and positive relationships across the school community. Through house meetings, schoolwide celebrations, and opportunities to earn points by demonstrating character, kindness, perseverance, and academic effort, students develop a strong sense of identity and collective responsibility while building meaningful connections beyond their classrooms.

Kitsap Lake has also earned Washington State recognition for outstanding student growth and for closing achievement gaps for students receiving special education services, as well as Hispanic/Latino and Multiracial students, reflecting the school's unwavering commitment to equitable outcomes for every learner. Strong partnerships with families, engaging community events, and a culture grounded in continuous improvement make Kitsap Lake Elementary a place where relationships, belonging, and high expectations come together to ensure all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Qualifications – A Conviction That All Students Can Learn At High Levels

Hold a valid Washington State Principal’s credential and have successful classroom teaching experience.
Must have demonstrated skills in supervision and evaluation of personnel and instructional program delivery
Familiarity with the University of Washington’s CEL 5D+ instructional framework or similar WA State frameworks
Possess a strong instructional background with the understanding of curriculum alignment, instructional practices, and assessment systems
Experience in interpreting assessment data
Possess leadership qualities that enhance relationships in a positive, caring, and consistent manner with students, staff and parents
Possess skills in facilitating, communicating, and working collaboratively with all staff, parents and community members
Experience with developing and implementing a building budget

Contract

215 days per year

$173,852-$182,907 depending upon experience.

Member of Association of Bremerton Administrators

Medical/dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, sick leave and special leave

Application Procedure

Bremerton School District is an equal opportunity employer.

The Bremerton School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all students who are interested in participation in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Officer and ADA Coordinator, Carol Bailie, at 360.473.1026, email carol.bailie@bremertonschools.org or the Section 504 Coordinator, Mark Mayfield, at 360.473.4702, email mark.mayfield@bremertonschools.org. Mailing address: 134 Marion Avenue North, Bremerton, WA 98312.

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