Elementary Principal
Elementary Principal – Francis Wyman Elementary School
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The Burlington Public Schools seeks outstanding applicants for the position of Principal at Francis Wyman Elementary School serving approximately 500 students in grades K through 5. Burlington is a diverse, supportive, and community-oriented town located about thirteen miles northwest of Boston. The Burlington Public Schools consists of 1 high school (9-12), 1 middle school (6-8), 4 elementary schools (K-5), and the Burlington Early Childhood Center.
Job Description:
The District seeks a candidate with a strong commitment to providing positive and enriching educational opportunities to all students and will engage the community, parents, faculty, and students. Applicants must possess the following attributes:
- ability to recruit, interview, hire, supervise, evaluate and retain highly qualified educators
- be highly motivated and organized individual with the ability to manage many demands of building
- ability to use data to promote student growth
- have experience in providing highly effective professional development to a very strong and committed staff
- explore innovative, dynamic, and creative teaching practices as well as resources and programs that accelerate student learning
- demonstrated commitment to developing cultural competence and the ability to advance the district’s goal of acknowledging and celebrating diversity within our community
- promote inclusive practices for all learners
- work closely with parent/teacher organization to form a community partnership
- all other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
Educational Leadership:
- leads with integrity, courage, vision, hope, and compassion
- responsible for cultivating and maintaining a positive school culture
- services as the school site leader, the primary liaison between the school and Administrative Offices
- makes decisions based on sound educational principles
- communicates the school and district vision, goals, needs, and accomplishments to students, school personnel, families, and the community
Qualifications/Requirements:
- hold or be eligible for a valid principal’s certification as an Elementary School Principal issued by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Master’s Degree or CAGS
- minimum of 5 years in public education, including teaching and administrative experience
Compensation:
Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Starting range anticipated between $120,000 - $140,000.
Date:
July 1, 2026