Elementary Principal
Are you ready to lead a school community where students are empowered to lead, teachers collaborate for excellence, and every child is encouraged to reach their potential?
Wood River Rural Schools is seeking a strong, innovative, excellence-driven instructional leader to serve as Elementary Principal. The successful candidate will foster a high-achieving academic culture by setting clear expectations for students and staff while promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
As a Lighthouse Leader in Me school, we value collaborative leadership, student growth, and a commitment to excellence. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to build relationships, work collaboratively, and make decisions in the best interest of students.
Both experienced and aspiring leaders are encouraged to apply.
Grades
Pre-K–5Additional Information
Salary and Benefits:
Salary is negotiable and includes fully paid family health insurance along with a competitive benefits package.
About the Community:
Wood River Rural Schools is a Class C district located between the Tri-Cities of Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney. The community is highly supportive of the school and its programs. Wood River is a progressive community that continues to invest in its future, including a $5.5 million community water park, a new housing development, and plans for a new library and senior center. Families benefit from the Stick Creek Kids Childcare Center located in town and free year-round access to the community fitness center. The school has also made several facility improvements, including the addition of an inclusive playground and other building updates to support students.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate leader to join a supportive community and make a lasting impact on students, staff, and the future of Wood River Rural Schools.
Contact Information
Wood River Rural Schools13800 W. Wood River Rd
Wood River, Nebraska 68883
https://www.woodrivereagles.org/
Terry Zessin
(p) (308) 583-2249
(f) (308) 583-2395
How to Apply
Send or email a letter of application, resume, and credential file to:
Terry Zessin
Superintendent
PO Box 518
Wood River, NE 68883
tzessin@wrrsd.org
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