Anticipated Principal (Elementary)

Reynoldsburg City School District•Reynoldsburg, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Principal serves as the instructional and operational leader, with a primary focus on early childhood development and foundational literacy. They are responsible for ensuring every student reaches grade-level proficiency—specifically regarding the Third Grade Reading Guarantee—while fostering a nurturing, trauma-informed culture. Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg, our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator, inspiring students to innovate, collaborate, and excel.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Early Childhood, or Elementary Education.
Valid Ohio Principal License (Grades PK–6).
Valid Ohio Teaching License.
Five (5) years of successful teaching experience (Elementary preferred).
Credentialed in Ohio Principal Evaluation System (OPES).
Knowledge of Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) sufficient to evaluate teachers effectively.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of administrative experience.
Demonstrated experience leading or implementing a STEAM-centric curriculum or Project-Based Learning (PBL) frameworks.
Specialized training in the Science of Reading or the Third Grade Reading Guarantee.
Experience leading MTSS/RTI frameworks for early intervention.

Responsibilities

Develop, communicate, and steward a clear instructional vision that promotes academic achievement, equity, and whole-child development for all elementary learners.
Lead the implementation of the Science of Reading, ensuring fidelity to evidence-based literacy instruction and alignment with district and state requirements.
Oversee Reading Improvement and Monitoring Plans (RIMPs) and ensure timely progress monitoring and instructional adjustments for identified students.
Lead and monitor RTI/MTSS systems to ensure early identification, intervention, and support for academic and behavioral needs.
Conduct regular classroom observations, analyze student learning data, and provide actionable feedback to improve instructional effectiveness and outcomes.
Establish and sustain a warm, supportive, and high-expectations (“warm and demanding”) culture that promotes student belonging, accountability, and growth.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment that prioritizes the social-emotional well-being of young learners.
Ensure consistent supervision and implementation of early childhood safety procedures, including arrival and dismissal routines and transitions throughout the school day.
Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of the school improvement plan in collaboration with staff, families, and community stakeholders.
Establish and maintain systems to monitor student achievement, attendance, behavior, and school performance indicators.
Use multiple data sources to evaluate school effectiveness and guide strategic decision-making.
Evaluate and support certified staff using the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES) and Ohio Principal Evaluation System (OPES), as applicable.
Plan and provide targeted professional development aligned to instructional goals, student needs, and district priorities.
Support staff growth, performance, and retention through coaching, feedback, and clear expectations.
Develop and manage master schedules, instructional assignments, and elementary programming to maximize student learning.
Collaborate with district leadership to develop, monitor, and manage the school budget based on documented instructional and operational needs.
Ensure the implementation of safety procedures, emergency preparedness plans, and required drills.
Establish and enforce developmentally appropriate behavior expectations aligned with district policies.
Implement restorative and positive behavior practices that promote responsibility, respect, and student growth.
Ensure social-emotional learning (SEL) is embedded as a core component of the elementary school day.
Build and sustain positive relationships with families, parent organizations, and community partners to support student success.
Develop and implement effective communication strategies that ensure families and staff are informed, engaged, and supported.