Apply at https://wallawalla.schoolspring.com
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
The elementary school principal serves as the instructional and cultural leader of the school. This individual is responsible for carrying out the district’s mission and vision at the school level, partnering with families and community to ensure a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Established success as an educational leader, either as a principal, assistant principal, dean of students, or similar formal supervisory capacity that clearly demonstrates ability to successfully lead an entire school community.
• Is a lead-learner with a deep knowledge of high-quality instructional strategies and desire to continue learning.
• Proven track record as an administrator or educational leader that demonstrates unwavering commitment to ensure all students learn at high levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive learning environment for all. Strength in managing conflict in a positive and professional manner.
• Understands the importance of supporting the social/emotional needs of students and the critical role it plays in their success.
• Demonstrated success as a strong leader, skilled at facilitating groups to build consensus and work towards a common vision.
• Leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a data-driven plan for increasing student achievement, including the use of multiple student data elements.
Desired Qualifications
• Desires to make a difference in the community in which they work by becoming actively engaged and involved.
• Experience with and passionate support for a culture of learning centered around collaboration and collective efficacy.
• Experience leading high quality professional development to adult learners.
• Builds, creates and maintains a culture that fosters collaborative relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Models exemplary professionalism.
• Deep commitment to personal professional growth.
• Seeks to work in a district that values diversity, equity, and collaboration.
• Success establishing strong working relationships with fellow principals and district leadership.
• A successful track record of working effectively with all parents and stakeholders including working with students and families from diverse socio-economic levels and special populations.
Certification
• Valid Washington State Certificate with Principal Endorsement
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Bilingual/biliterate in English and Spanish preferred.
• Possess a passion for teaching and learning, and a depth of knowledge of elementary literacy and mathematics instruction.
• Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning and the ability to support implementation of inclusionary practices to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Deep knowledge and experience with dual language programs and language acquisition.
• Recognized for positive attitude and sense of collegiality.
• Ability to foster staff growth, creativity, and flexibility using a variety of techniques.
• Knowledge/awareness of their own cultural identity and how this influences behavior; desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the district.
• Advocate for equity, inclusion and professional practices that ensure all students achieve at high levels.
• Knowledge of SEL practices and approaches.
• Ability to create a safe, orderly, positive school climate for students and staff.
• Demonstrated successful experience in shared decision making, program development, staff supervision and evaluation.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public schools, including school reform legislation.
• Experience working with bilingual/bicultural students, faculty and families.
WALLA WALLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS VISION-MISSION-BELIEFS
Vision: Developing Washington’s most sought-after graduates
Mission: In partnership with families and community, Walla Walla Public Schools ensures a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.
Belief Statement: We believe,
• diversity is a strength
• in challenging and supporting all students
• that quality instruction is critical to student success
• in elevating student voice and agency
• in investing in staff to ensure excellence
• in maximizing the impact of our resources
• in collaborative and transparent operation
• in the importance of family and community
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Superintendent or Designee
PAY LEVEL
260-day contract; Negotiated Salary Range of $147,588.00 - $167,612.00, Retirement, SEBB Benefits, 20 Vacation Days, 13 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave.
CONDITIONS
The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Posting closes March 6, 2026.
Submit online application to include:
• Letter of application detailing the candidate’s ability to successfully address the required qualifications
• Resume
• 3 letters of recommendation
Apply at https://wallawalla.schoolspring.com
