Principal, Elementary School
Fairfax County Public SchoolsRole Overview
Fairfax County Public Schools is hiring a Principal, Elementary School. This is a contract role in Fairfax. The posted range is $137k to $208k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Keene Mill Elementary School
Summary
Directs and is accountable for the planning, assessment, instructional leadership, communication, community relations, and safety and administrative management required to manage the instructional and special programs, organization, and facilities of an assigned elementary school (grades K-6).
Qualifications
Required
- Master's degree.
- Six (6) years of experience in teaching, administration, or supervision, with three years in an administrative role, some of which shall have been at the elementary school level.
- Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
- Postgraduate educational license with endorsement(s) designated as appropriate to the assignment.
- Administration and supervision PreK-12 endorsement.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of modern public elementary school education and an ability to apply them to the needs of the school.
- Knowledge of current elementary school curriculum and instructional practices and trends.
- Knowledge of public school organization and administration and the support activities required.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate comprehensive elementary school instructional programs.
- Ability to plan and supervise and evaluate the work of instructional and support personnel.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Major Duties/Essential Functions
- Directs and manages the assigned human, material, and financial resources necessary for school operation in compliance with school division policies and legal requirements.
- Maintains effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff.
- Exhibits instructional leadership through alignment, coordination, and delivery of required programs and/or curricular areas required to achieve excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals.
- Oversees collaborative development and implementation of school improvement plans; plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs.
- Selects, inducts, supports, evaluates, and retains quality instructional and support personnel.
- Provides staff development programs consistent with program evaluation results and school instructional improvement plans.
- Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem-solving techniques.
- Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students, staff, families, and other community members; works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resources and to support the success of a diverse student population.
- Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
- Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division.
- Participates in professional development activities to enhance student learning and provide service to the profession, the division, and the community.
- Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Per the FCFPSA collective bargaining agreement, this position is eligible for telework as defined by Regulation 4417.
Salary Range
$136,819 - $208,140
Salary Grade
[Salary Information]
School-based Administrator Scale/Grade 006-FCFPSA
Job Type
Educational Administrator
School Year
2026-2027
Instructional Level
Elementary
Contract Length
260-Day Contract
Open
Until
Filled
Yes
Re-Adv.
Position
No
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Principal, Elementary School position at Fairfax County Public Schools?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Fairfax County Public Schools. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Principal, Elementary School position at Fairfax County Public Schools located?
This position is based in Fairfax. Fairfax County Public Schools has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Principal, Elementary School role at Fairfax County Public Schools pay?
Fairfax County Public Schools has posted a compensation range of $137k to $208k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Principal, Elementary School role at Fairfax County Public Schools posted?
This role was posted on April 11, 2026 (58 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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