Principal, IB-PYP Leader | Equity & Community

Portland Public Schools; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 107,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

25 vacation days per year

Job summary

Portland Public Schools seeks an Elementary School Principal for Ocean Avenue Elementary School, dedicated to outstanding student outcomes and an equity-driven vision. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and the community to create a safe, inclusive learning environment and supports IB PYP implementation.

The ideal candidate will manage school operations, recruit and develop staff, and lead a data-informed instructional program while upholding PPS policies and state

Qualifications

• Master's degree in supervision or educational administration.
• Minimum 5 years in teaching, administration, or supervision, with at least 3 years in an elementary classroom.
• Completion of an administrative internship is preferable.
• Experience as a principal is preferable.
• Maine State Administrator Certificate 040 (Building Administrator) is required/preferred.
• Maine State CHRC authorization is required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, retain and develop high-quality faculty and staff.
• Lead instructional improvement and use data to personalize instruction.
• Balance urgent problem solving with building durable systems.
• Foster equity, inclusion and a culture of belonging.
• Build partnerships with families and the community.
• Ensure compliance with PPS policies and state/federal laws.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Equity focus

Data-informed instruction

Family & community engagement

Culturally responsive leadership

People management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in educational administration

Minimum 5 years in teaching/administration with 3 years elementary

Administrative internship preferable

Maine State Administrator Certificate 040

Maine CHRC authorization

Job description

Portland Public Schools seeks an Elementary School Principal for Ocean Avenue Elementary School, dedicated to outstanding student outcomes and an equity-driven vision. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, families, and the community to create a safe, inclusive learning environment and supports IB PYP implementation.

The ideal candidate will manage school operations, recruit and develop staff, and lead a data-informed instructional program while upholding PPS policies and state