Middle School Principal

Lower Merion School District; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Middle School Principal to lead its school community. This role emphasizes inclusivity and belonging while managing school operations, health and safety, and fostering positive relationships among staff, students, and families. The Principal will drive instructional excellence, engage with the community, and ensure compliance with educational standards. With a focus on student success and staff development, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of education in a supportive environment. If you are a passionate leader ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• PA Certification as a Secondary Principal or Principal K-12 required.
• Prior administrative experience is necessary, with secondary experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall school management and health and safety.
• Establishes school goals and objectives for programs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Knowledge

Special Education Knowledge

Education

PA Certification as a Secondary Principal or Principal K-12

Prior Administrative Experience

Job description

Lower Merion School District is seeking an outstanding school leader within its organization: Middle School Principal. The Principal is an instructional leader who champions an environment of inclusivity and belonging, facilitates positive employee relations, and promotes an organizational culture of success for all students and staff. In support of school and district leadership, the Principal is responsible for overall school management, health and safety, student activities and services, community relations, personnel, and curriculum/instruction. Working with staff, families, and students, the Principal establishes the goals of the school and identifying objectives for instructional and extracurricular programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PA Certification as a Secondary Principal or Principal K-12
• Prior administrative experience required; secondary experience preferred
• Demonstrated success as an educational leader
• Knowledge of curriculum, instruction and assessment and PA Standards
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students, teachers, parents, other administrators, and community members
• Knowledge of Special Education and serving as a Special Education LEA

Lower Merion offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in addition to a comprehensive benefit package consistent with its Act 93 ("LMOSA") Agreement. This is an Act 93 position and is available July 1, 2025.

The District strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race; color; creed; religion; sex; age; national origin; ethnicity; marital status; sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity; honorably discharged veteran or military status; the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability; or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. Please contact Kyra Gordon for accommodation requests [e-mail].