Elementary School Principal
Lockport City School District
130 Beattie AvenueLockport , NY 14094
Certified - Administrative - School Building Leader (SBL)
Job Number 3300055260
Start Date
Open Date 04/08/2026
Closing Date 04/22/2026
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Title of Position: Elementary School Principal
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Qualifications:
Working knowledge of Next Generation Learning Standards and NY state
assessments
The ability and commitment to use technology as an instructional tool
Strong understanding of the Science of Reading and Science of Mathematics
Uncompromising commitment to continuous improvement
Broad experience with a variety of instructional techniques
Ability to differentiate instruction for accelerated and delayed learners
Evidence of strong classroom management skills with age appropriate
experiences
Strong understanding of district and state policies and regulations.
Strong understanding of special education and the MTSS processes
Flexibility, enthusiasm, creativity, and willingness to develop programs and
collaborate with and support other staff
Loyalty and evidence of being a team player
Commitment to equity and inclusion of all members of the school community
Requirements: NY State School Building Leader certification or equivalent
Position Available: on/about July 1, 2026
Salary: $119,045
Closing Date: April 22, 2026
_ APPLICATION PROCEDURES _
Internal Applicants: Email a letter of interest to applications@lockportschools.net or interschool mail
a letter of interest to the attention of the Human Resources Office. Requests for transfers will be
considered according to the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.
External Applicants: Interested applicants are to submit a resume, a completed application, three
letters of reference (signed and dated within the past two years), a copy of all college transcripts, and
a copy of current NYS certification. Application packets can be submitted in one PDF document to
applications@lockportschools.net, online at or via U.S. mail to Lockport City School
District Human Resources Office, 130 Beattie Avenue, Lockport, New York, 14094.
The Lockport City School District is seeking a dynamic individual who will create and maintain a school culture
that challenges and motivates our diverse community of students, teachers, and families to
achieve academic excellence.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Requirements:
? Earned Master's Degree
? Current applicable New York State administrative certification
? Prior successful experience in leadership roles at the elementary level (strongly preferred)
Skills/Traits - The principal must:
? Demonstrate the highest expectations for student learning and behavior
? Be capable of managing many complex tasks with competing priorities
? Possess strong leadership and team management skills
? Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills
? Be organized, self-managed, and able to handle many responsibilities simultaneously
? Have excellent problem-solving skills
? Be committed to building a community of collaboration with a diverse group of stakeholders
? Be a self-aware leader who knows how to treat all members of the school's community with respect
? Be dependable and have excellent follow-through
? Have a strong personal commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth
? Be an effective and persuasive communicator, orally and in writing
Responsibilities - The principal will be expected to:
Academic and Instructional
? Foster an uncompromising commitment to increasing student achievement and the graduation rate with
an emphasis on college and career readiness
? Provide instructional leadership, coaching, and support to teachers who are working with a
diverse student body
? Ensure the use of a wide variety of assessments that, together, reflect the educational philosophy of the
District and prepare students to excel on state assessment measures
? Demonstrate the ability to facilitate the execution of the standards-based curriculum with an emphasis
on technology integration
? Demonstrate a strong understanding and ability to lead the Data Analysis and Planning Process
? Possess a clear understanding of special education and English Language Learner regulations
and educational programming
School Culture and Community
? Define and build a transformative school culture consistent with the District's Strategic Plan for
Continuous Improvement and School Comprehensive Education Plan
? Demonstrate success with developing and maintaining positive relationships with all members of the
community to accomplish the goals of the District
? Believe in and support implementation of alternative and innovative methods of assisting students in
meeting expectations
? Demonstrate an understanding of a progressive approach to conflict resolution and student discipline
? Communicate the district's vision and goals
? Understand the importance of diversity and inclusion and to promote experiences, interactions, and
activities to support these
? Demonstrate the ability to use multiple sources of data collection to assess student performance
and plan instruction
Operations, Finance, and Compliance
? Manage and support school operations staff
? Report on activities, organizational development progress, and student achievement
? Monitor the school's budget and ensure daily financial and business activities are in compliance with the
District's fiscal policies
? Ensure school alignment and/or progress toward alignment with organizational goals for diversity
The Lockport City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
Job Attachment View Attachment
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Probationary
Position Status Full time
Start Date 7/1/2026
Required Certification Type School Admin & Supv {1180}, School Building Leader {1012}
Contact Person's Name Lisa Schrader
Contact Person's Title Deputy Superintendent
Contact Person's Phone 716-478-4826
Contact Person's Email applications@lockportschools.net
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