Principal

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY

DESCRIPTION
The Port Angeles School District is seeking applicants for an elementary principal. The successful
candidate will be responsible for providing instructional leadership, resulting in the continuous
improvement of teaching and learning in the Port Angeles School District. The principal will provide
collaborative leadership and direct the delivery of educational services at the elementary level, including
the alignment of curriculum. The principal will facilitate the implementation of a professional development
system that remains responsive to the ongoing development of applicable instructional skills. This work
will occur in concert with the Continuous School Improvement Plan and in compliance with applicable
state standards and federal regulations.

KEY PROGRAM ATTRIBUTES
 Hamilton Elementary School demonstrates a high level of collegiality and a consistent willingness

to work together to improve teaching and learning.
 Hamilton Elementary School enjoys a solid level of community support
 Students, staff and community members recognize the significantly positive trends that have been

in place with respect to the academic achievement of students.
 The elementary learning communities celebrate diversity and prioritize the personalization of the

teaching and learning process.
 At Hamilton Elementary School, teachers and support staff are honored for the high level of

innovation that they bring to the learning environment.
 The staff at Hamilton Elementary School experiences a consistent level of relevant, authentic and

purposeful professional development.

REQUIREMENTS

 Valid Washington State Principal’s Certificate
 Master’s Degree in Education Administration or related area.
 Academic background in staff supervision, staff development, and curriculum instruction.
 Experience with supporting diverse student populations
 Experience with trauma-informed practices
 Leadership experience with special education programs preferred
 Minimum of five years successful elementary school teaching or support experience preferred.
 Clearances of Washington State Patrol and FBI fingerprint background check.
 Ability to work more than 40 hours per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Possess a passion for teaching and learning, placing student interests as the priority in decision-

making.
 Articulate a strong long-range vision for program growth.
 Demonstrate experience designing and implementing a School Improvement Plan using a

collaborative process, one that is responsive to state and federal guidelines in the area of school
improvement.

 Demonstrate a high level of performance as an instructional leader. Coordinate building-level staff
development opportunities and clearly communicate expectations to staff while utilizing the
evaluation process to enhance teacher performance and student achievement.

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Lead and support a student and staff environment that values diversity and understanding of all
cultural groups and their contribution to the school community.

 Demonstrate a high level of program organization and management skills.
 Show evidence of knowledge of school-related law, collaborative labor-management practices,

and accommodation procedures for students with special needs.
 Prepare and administer a building budget within fiscal guidelines.
 Provide leadership for Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and Multi-Tiered Systems of

Support (MTSS).
 Serve as a strong advocate for the needs of staff.
 Responding to stressful situations appropriately.
 Maintaining regular attendance and punctuality.
 All positions are on site and in person.
 Other duties as assigned.

As part of the application process, candidates are asked to submit a brief video response demonstrating
communication and engagement experience.

VIDEO SUBMISSION
Please submit a single video (7–10 minutes total) responding to the prompts below. This video allows the
district to understand your communication style, clarity of message, and approach to family and
community engagement. Samples or links may be submitted to cmcdonald@portangelesschools.org

Production quality is not evaluated. A smartphone recording is acceptable. No special editing is required.
Clarity and professionalism of communication are the focus. Please address the following in your
video:

1. Instructional Leadership and Data Use:
Describe how you would lead a team of teachers to improve student outcomes when data shows a group
of students in not meeting expectations. What steps would you take and how would you ensure staff
buy-in?

2. Supporting Staff Growth and Accountability:
A teacher on your staff is well liked but consistently demonstrates weak instructional practices. How
would you support their growth while also ensuring students receive high-quality instructions?

3. Leadership in Action (Scenario-based):
You receive feedback from families that communication from the school has been inconsistent and
unclear. How would you assess the situation and implement improvements to ensure clear effective
communication moving forward?

Wages – Principal $134,566 to $147,802 DOE
Contract days: 260-day contract, 222 contracted work days, 13 holidays and 25 vacation days.

Benefits - Medical, Retirement, Basic Life/AD&D, Basic Long-Term Disability, FSA & HSA.
Any employee anticipated to work at least 630 hours in the school year is eligible for benefits.

To apply, visit our website at: https://portangelesschools.org/about/employment. Only
complete applications will be considered. If needing assistance, call HR at (360) 565-3729.

PASD Non-Discrimination Statement
Port Angeles School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Port Angeles School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age,
veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or Identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides
equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of
alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinators, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators: Scott Harker, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 96363, (360) 457-
8575, sharker@portangelesschools.org, for Section 504/ADA Coordinator Michaela Clancy, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-
8575,mclancy@portangelesschools.org.

The Port Angeles School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all
education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact
the Deputy Associate Superintendent located at 905 W 9th St, Port Angeles, WA 98363, 360-457-8575.