Principal at Washington Elementary School District - Arizona Share on X   Print Application Deadline

4/30/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted 1/12/2026 Contact Lydia Garcia
602-347-2622 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range
89670.00 - 107604.00 Annually Add'l Salary Info $89,670.00 - $107,604.00 Length of Work Year 10.5 months Employment Type Full Time Department/Location Administrative Services How to Apply http://www.wesdschools.org/Page/478 FTE/Hours per Week Full time, Exempt Status Job Summary Under general direction, incumbent(s) creates, maintains, and facilitates leadership, supervisory, administrative, and managerial proficiencies to meet the needs, mission, goals, and objectives of the school and its stakeholders. Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print   

Washington Elementary School District is seeking dynamic educational leaders who are committed to

achieving excellence for every child, every day, every opportunity.  Successful candidates will possess the following:

The ability to set goals and high expectations for themselves and their students; Exceptional communication skills; Experience working with a diverse populations; Experience working in a collaborative decision-making environment; A passion for advancing student achievement through data-driven decision-making; A proven track record of improving student achievement for all children; and A demonstrated capability in curriculum and instruction.

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications.  Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

A valid IVP fingerprint clearance card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety; Valid Arizona Principal Certification or evidence of eligibility to receive Arizona Principal Certification prior to the first day of the contract. Three years of contracted teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications listed above, it is preferred that applicant possess the following qualifications. 

Five years experience as a principal in grades Pre-kindergarten-12. Requirements / Qualifications

In addition to providing all requested application information, including responses to the three writing prompts, a complete application also requires each of the following items: 1. Current résumé (to be uploaded with application) 2. Three recent letters of recommendation (to be uploaded with application) 3. Copy of valid Arizona principal certificate (or comparable out of state principal certificate), or superintendent certificate, or proof of having passed the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment for principals or superintendents (to be uploaded with application) 4. Copy of IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Requirements / Qualifications

In addition to providing all requested application information, including responses to the three writing prompts, a complete application also requires each of the following items: 1. Current résumé (to be uploaded with application) 2. Three recent letters of recommendation (to be uploaded with application) 3. Copy of valid Arizona principal certificate (or comparable out of state principal certificate), or superintendent certificate, or proof of having passed the Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment for principals or superintendents (to be uploaded with application) 4. Copy of IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Comments and Other Information * Applicant’s who pass the initial screening criteria will be contacted for a Central Interview. * Successful candidates will be recommended to the school site where a vacancy exits for a second interview. * A professional resume, three letters of recommendation, the most recent employer evaluation and an Arizona Principal Certificate are required prior to scheduling a Central Interview. Applicants will have the opportunity to express their school preference at the time of Central Interview. Comments and Other Information
* Applicant’s who pass the initial screening criteria will be contacted for a Central Interview. * Successful candidates will be recommended to the school site where a vacancy exits for a second interview. * A professional resume, three letters of recommendation, the most recent employer evaluation and an Arizona Principal Certificate are required prior to scheduling a Central Interview. Applicants will have the opportunity to express their school preference at the time of Central Interview. Links Related To This Job School Administrator Hiring Process Online Application CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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