Principal (Keller ES) - Colorado Springs School District 11

Colorado Springs School District 11 • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Leaders at Colorado Springs School District 11 are collaborative, student-centered professionals who inspire excellence through vision, accountability, and care. They embody the district’s core values of integrity, equity, innovation, and service. All leaders are expected to: Cultivate safe, inclusive, and equitable environments where all students and staff feel valued. Lead the design and delivery of rigorous, standards-aligned instructional programs. Use data to guide continuous improvement and close opportunity gaps. Manage personnel, budgets, and operations with efficiency, transparency, and integrity. Build partnerships with families and community organizations that strengthen student learning. Model lifelong learning and professional reflection to drive organizational growth.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field.
• Valid Colorado Principal License (or eligibility for licensure) issued by the Colorado Department of Education.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful classroom or related instructional experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of administrative or leadership experience (assistant principal, dean, instructional coach, or equivalent).

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience in multiple school levels (K–12)
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or other district-identified languages)

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the school’s instructional programs.
• Promote evidence-based teaching practices and data-driven decision-making to support student achievement.
• Monitor student performance and guide staff in strategies to improve academic outcomes for all learners.
• Cultivate a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment that values equity, belonging, and innovation.
• Model and promote professional behavior, respect, and high expectations for students and staff.
• Implement programs and initiatives that support social-emotional learning, student engagement, and overall well-being.
• Hire, mentor, and evaluate teachers and support staff to ensure high-quality instruction and professional growth.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to build staff capacity.
• Encourage collaborative problem-solving and shared leadership among staff.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, caregivers, and community partners.
• Communicate effectively about school programs, policies, and student progress.
• Promote family and community involvement in school initiatives and decision-making.
• Oversee daily school operations, including budgeting, resource allocation, facilities management, and scheduling.
• Ensure compliance with district, state, and federal policies, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate safety protocols and emergency preparedness to maintain a secure learning environment.
• Collaborate with district leadership to execute the district’s Strategic Plan and school improvement goals.
• Utilize data and research to inform strategic planning, goal setting, and resource allocation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance instructional quality and student outcomes.
• Model ethical, reflective, and culturally responsive leadership practices.
• Support a culture of continuous professional learning for staff and personal professional growth.
• Serve as an ambassador of the D11 mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal