Elementary Principal

Elementary Principal

Lake Marion Elementary School Full-time, 225 day position This position begins 8/19/2026.

The school principal is responsible for day-to-day instructional leadership and administration for all educational and operational aspects of the school. Specific duties vary between buildings depending on individual needs.

The essential functions of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

• Establishes and maintains an effective learning climate in the school.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities; is a strong instructional leader committed to continuous school improvement and research-based best practices; collaborative, relationship-centered leadership style; the ability to integrate technology into the educational delivery system; focus on data-driven decision making, systems thinking and commitment to expanded opportunities for stakeholder involvement.
• Serves as instructional leader including leading curriculum, instruction, assessment and intervention best practices, leading Professional Learning Communities and the Teacher Development and Evaluation process and providing effective feedback to staff for continuous improvement.
• Interviews candidates and makes hiring recommendations for all positions. Assigns staff to positions and provides orientation. Supervises licensed and non-licensed staff in accordance with District procedures. Makes recommendations for tenure, non-renewal or dismissal.
• Prepares and manages the budget for the school. Maintains accurate budgetary records as required by District policy and state law. Prepares District, State and Federal reports as required. Maintains active relationships with students, parents and staff. Keeps the Superintendent and appropriate Cabinet Administrators informed of school programs and issues. Interprets and enforces District policies, practices and procedures. Keeps abreast of School Board actions and proceedings.

Must possess or be eligible for a valid license as a K-12 principal in the State of Minnesota. Prefer experience as a principal with a demonstrated record of leadership; a strong focus on students/student achievement; commitment to school improvement initiatives; a collaborative leadership style; expanded opportunities for parent/community involvement in the school.

Salary and Benefits in accordance with the Lakeville Association of School Administrators (LASA) contract Salary Range: $159,209 to $171,942

Apply by 5:00 pm on 8/18/2026 on the Lakeville Area Schools employment website. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and three professional references within the online application system. Paper or e-mail copies of these materials will not be accepted. All applications will be reviewed. Only those applicants invited to interview will be contacted.

Student focused, community connected. Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education. Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family! Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
• All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
• Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
• Health benefits include: Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST. Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7. Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs. Provider choice with the largest PPO network available. Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at.5 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at.5 FTE or more)
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.
• Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website .)