Principal or Vice Principal Elementary School Principal
Job Description
Position Description for Burlington School District, Burlington, Colorado
The Burlington School District in Burlington, Colorado, is seeking a highly qualified Elementary School Principal. The district wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position no later than August 1, 2026.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the superintendent in identifying and screening the candidates.
Apply online at: www.macnjake.com
Location: Colorado’s East Central Plains, approximately 170 miles east of the Denver-Metro area along Interstate 70 near the Colorado/Kansas border.
The District: Burlington School District operates on a 4-day week, Monday – Thursday. The district celebrates small class sizes and a collective commitment to meet the needs of all students.
The Qualifications: The successful candidate must be a highly professional leader for approximately 320 PK-4th grade students who possess unquestioned personal integrity, a proven record of success in developing collaborative relationships that result in academic excellence, a commitment to continuous improvement of student learning, and a belief that all students can learn and be successful. The selected candidate will be expected to:
- Support the mission, core values, and goals of the Burlington School District
- Develop, implement, evaluate, and improve curriculum and assessments
- Be committed to students, professional ideals, and ethical standards in pursuit of educational excellence
- Implement high standards and strategies appropriate to the needs of students
- Demonstrate high expectations for all students and staff and provide support required to meet these expectations
- Be knowledgeable about school reform research and best practices, special education law, and engaging with at risk populations
- Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students, staff, and families
- Lead building and district professional development
- Conduct classroom observations to evaluate instructional practices, and supervise staff to ensure continuous improvement of teaching and learning
- Evaluate and supervise support staff
- Manage all building-level student discipline
- Collaborate with the district’s data team
Other Requirements: Minimum of master’s degree and Colorado Principal Licensure
Salary: Minimum $65,650 annually dependent on education and experience per salary schedule. Full family health insurance benefits.
Timeline (subject to change):
- Closing date for applications: Until filled
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor Street, Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com
District Website: https://www.burlingtonk12.org/
Lead Consultant: Dr. Walt Cooper
Burlington School District RE-6J is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
