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Notice of Opening
Principal – Cedar Ridge Elementary (PreK-5)
The Eden Prairie School District is seeking applicants for Principal of our Cedar Ridge Elementary School. Cedar Ridge Elementary has a staff of 128 that serves approximately 510 students. The ideal leader must have experience regarding curriculum development and evaluation, be a skilled communicator, possess above average interpersonal skills to work with a diverse population among our students, parents and community. Eden Prairie is a school district with approximately 1,400 employees serving 9,000 students. The district is recognized for its quality initiatives and its leadership in educational programming.
Position requirements:
- Minnesota Elementary Principal License, or ability to obtain
- 3-5 years of successful experience in public school administration and/or supervision
- 5 years minimum experience as a classroom teacher or educator
Qualifications:
- Experienced leader to coach and manage staff to meet the needs of all students, while creating and maintaining a culturally inclusive environment.
- Previous experience in the areas of curriculum development and evaluation, personnel development, and evaluation focused on performance improvement.
- Advanced coursework in areas pertaining to skills and content of the principalship.
- Knowledge and experience regarding current issues in large school management.
- Skilled communicator and systems thinker who possesses effective interpersonal skills to effectively work with staff, parents, and community.
- Knowledge of analyzing data to make decisions for school improvement.
Position reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education
Starting Salary: $181,200 – $185,000 (based on education and experience)
Applications preferred by: Monday, July 28, 2025 (Application review will begin immediately)
Click here for more information about the Cedar Ridge Elementary Principal Interview Process
To view the benefit package and apply online, please visit www.epjobs.org. Confidential inquiries may be directed to Felicia Thames, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education, at [email protected].
Eden Prairie Public Schools is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable Equal Opportunity laws, directives and regulations of Federal, State and Local governing bodies or agencies. Eden Prairie Public Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.
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