Principal (Elementary) Colorado Springs D11

Colorado Springs School District 11 • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Principal at Twain Elementary School, reporting to an Area Superintendent. It is a full-time role (1.0 FTE, 8 hours per day, 210 days/year) with a salary range of $100,204 - $112,848 for the 2025–2026 Executive Professional Salary Schedule (Group B). Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Twain Elementary is described as a strong community school with a family-like atmosphere among staff, students, families, and community members, all working together for student achievement and success. Leaders at Colorado Springs School District 11 are expected to be collaborative, student-centered professionals who inspire excellence through vision, accountability, and care, embodying the district’s core values of integrity, equity, innovation, and service. All leaders are tasked with cultivating safe, inclusive, and equitable environments, leading rigorous instructional programs, using data for continuous improvement, managing operations with integrity, building partnerships, and modeling lifelong learning.

Requirements

• Knowledge of instructional leadership, curriculum development, and evidence-based teaching practices.
• Knowledge of strategies to support student learning, social-emotional development, and school-wide equity initiatives.
• Knowledge of school operations, including budgeting, scheduling, facilities management, and compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of staff supervision, evaluation, professional development, and performance management processes.
• Knowledge of data-driven decision-making, assessment tools, and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Knowledge of family and community engagement practices and strategies to build strong partnerships.
• Knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional standards for school leadership, including confidentiality and cultural responsiveness.
• Skills in leading, motivating, and managing staff to achieve instructional excellence and professional growth.
• Skills in designing and implementing programs and initiatives that improve student outcomes and school performance.
• Skills in analyzing and interpreting data to inform school improvement strategies and resource allocation.
• Skills in facilitating collaborative decision-making and building consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Skills in communicating effectively and persuasively with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Skills in resolving conflicts, addressing behavioral and operational challenges, and implementing solutions.
• Skills in promoting a positive school culture that fosters equity, inclusion, innovation, and high expectations.
• Ability to lead a school with vision, integrity, and a focus on student success.
• Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students and staff.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff effectively while promoting professional growth.
• Ability to implement district initiatives, strategic plans, and continuous improvement efforts successfully.
• Ability to build strong partnerships with families, caregivers, and community members to enhance student learning and well-being.
• Ability to apply ethical and culturally responsive leadership practices in all aspects of work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, complex operations, and critical decision-making responsibilities effectively.
• 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.

Benefits

• Compensation determined by placement on the Executive Professional Salary Schedule (Group B), based on verified education and administrative experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, district-paid life insurance, voluntary life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional Development Fund (PDF): Executive Professionals receive $1,500 annually for professional growth and leadership development.
• Non-Recurring Pay: 8% of base salary distributed as 4% in November and 4% in May (2025–2026).
• Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5% on May paycheck).
• Professional Development Fund (PDF): EXEC Pro employees will be allocated $1,500 annually towards a Professional Development Fund (PDF) to be used for professional growth opportunities.
• Staffing Stability Incentive (Mitchell High School Only): EXEC Pro employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.
• Pay for Performance (Mitchell High School): EXEC Pros will receive a Pay for Performance Bonus that is paid out in the fall (utilizing criteria from the previous year).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees