Director of Elementary Education

Purpose Statement

The Director of Elementary Education serves as part of the Academic Team and as a member of the District Leadership Team. This role coordinates all improvement efforts for K–5 buildings, supervises the after-school program (Vacation Station), and provides support to related programs. The Director brings strong knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction, program evaluation, budget management, and data analysis, and leads instructional improvement by motivating and mentoring building-level administrators and facilitating systemic change strategies with an emphasis on progressive educational practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all improvement efforts for K–5 buildings

• Supervise the after-school program (Vacation Station) and related programming

• Provide support to related elementary programs

• Facilitate regular meetings for elementary building leaders

• Support and monitor the school improvement process for elementary schools

• Oversee programming and improvement efforts with Vacation Station

• Evaluate elementary school principals

• Collaborate regularly with Vacation Station Coordinators

• Identify and develop improvement goals for elementary schools

• Provide professional learning to elementary building leaders

• Lead improvement efforts toward identified instructional targets

• Motivate and mentor building-level administrators

• Facilitate systemic change strategies with a focus on progressive educational practices

• Support curriculum, instruction, data analysis, program evaluation, and budget management

• Problem-solve issues at the elementary school level and support program areas

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholder groups including teachers, families, community members, and administrators

Job Requirements / Basic Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education or a related field (Doctorate preferred)

• Successful elementary teaching experience (minimum 5 years)

• Successful building principal experience (minimum 5 years, at least 2 as a building principal)

• Successful district-level leadership experience preferred (2 years preferred)

• Strong proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office software

• Ability to supervise others and provide coaching and feedback

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Experience with strategic/action plan implementation and monitoring

• Demonstrates sound judgment, social competency, and resourcefulness

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong time management skills

• Ability to problem-solve with a diverse group of stakeholders

• Experience with school improvement efforts and proven success increasing data/achievement under leadership

Work Environment

• District administrative setting with regular collaboration across schools and departments

• Frequent meetings, school visits, and leadership team engagement

• High-level instructional leadership, evaluation, and strategic planning responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Required: Master's Degree in Education or related field

• Preferred: Doctorate

Benefits
 

• Medical and dental plan options
   
• Vision coverage
   
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   
• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
   
• District-paid Short-Term Disability
   
• Paid holidays

Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense 

Application Materials

Please complete the Administrator Application and upload the following:

• Letter of interest addressed to Lisa Simpkins, Chief Human Resources Officer

• Current résumé

• Three (3) current letters of reference

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: February 18, 2026

• Screening Interviews (anticipated): February 25, 2026

• Committee Interviews (anticipated): February 27, 2026

• Superintendent Interviews (anticipated): March 5, 2026

• Board Recommendation (anticipated): March 19, 2026

Position Start Date: July 1, 2026
Minimum Salary: $125,000 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)