K-8 Virtual Principal (Remote) | Inspire Students & Teachers

Connections Education LLC; Lacey (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Leadership training and mentorship

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Washington Connections Academy seeks a K-8 Principal to lead a virtual public school, partnering with the leadership team to supervise operations, mentor teachers, and support student success in a flexible, tech-enabled setting.

You will collaborate with Enrollment, Technical Support, Finance, and HR to streamline school functions while maintaining Washington standards and accreditation. This role emphasizes remote work and travel for events.

Qualifications

• WA Administrative License required.
• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field.
• 5+ years of teaching experience (K-8 preferred).
• Leadership/management experience in an educational setting.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting.
• Ability to travel for state testing, marketing, and school events (may require overnight travel).
• Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of the Connections Academy curriculum and virtual learning protocols.
• Provide ongoing instructional coaching, mentorship, and professional development for teachers.
• Lead the Teacher Induction and Onboarding Program to ensure a smooth transition for new staff.
• Foster a positive, collaborative school culture through virtual events, recognitions, and staff engagement initiatives.
• Ensure individualized academic support for students through proactive communication with teachers and parents.
• Assist in resolving student concerns and implementing intervention strategies.
• Work with families in need of additional support to increase engagement and success.
• Partner with parent Community Coordinators to develop student activities, social events, and virtual field trips.
• Support state standardized testing coordination to ensure high participation rates.
• Contribute to the school’s improvement plan and data-driven decision-making.
• Stay current on Washington state education policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance in alignment with state requirements.
• Handle escalated student issues and emergency situations as needed.
• Represent WACA in student recruitment efforts, including virtual and in-person events.
• Support marketing and outreach efforts to build awareness and engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Education management

Remote collaboration

Communication

Technology in education

Education

Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field

Washington Administrative License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Washington Connections Academy seeks a K-8 Principal to lead a virtual public school, partnering with the leadership team to supervise operations, mentor teachers, and support student success in a flexible, tech-enabled setting.

You will collaborate with Enrollment, Technical Support, Finance, and HR to streamline school functions while maintaining Washington standards and accreditation. This role emphasizes remote work and travel for events.