Elementary School Principal

Prince William County Public Schools is inviting applications for the following position: Elementary School Principal School Year: 2026-2027 Location: Ashland Elementary School Job Summary: The principal serves as an educational leader, overseeing daily operations, managing budgets, shaping school policies, fostering a safe environment, and collaborating with staff, students, and parents. Their role is pivotal in promoting academic excellence and student success. Additionally, they are responsible for continuous improvement planning, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan. Their instructional leadership drives effective teaching practices while managing personnel and maintaining the school facility. Required Qualifications: Master's DegreeEarned a Pupil Personnel or Postgraduate Professional License Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of the instructional process, public relations, school finance, school law, personnel management, administration, supervision, curriculum and educational processesDemonstrates leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with students, teachers and parents Certifications/Licenses: Master's DegreeEarned a Pupil Personnel or Postgraduate Professional LicenseMust hold a Virginia teaching certificate and endorsement in Admin & Supervision PreK-12If a current VA Postgraduate Professional License is not currently held, the candidate must hold a reciprocal out-of-state certification with a comparable Administration and Supervision PreK-12 endorsement.