Notice of Opening
Associate Principal of Student Activities (Activities Director)
The Eden Prairie School District is seeking applicants for Associate Principal of Student Activities at Eden Prairie High School. This role provides leadership and oversight for a comprehensive student activities and athletics program that serves approximately 3,000 students and engages a staff of educators and activity advisors.
The Associate Principal of Student Activities works in close partnership with the principal and administrative team to lead, coordinate, and continuously improve student activities, athletics, and co-curricular programs that enhance student engagement, belonging, and overall school experience. This leader provides supervision and support to activity staff and coaches, ensures safe and well-managed events, and promotes programs that align with the academic mission of the school and the success of each student.
The ideal candidate will bring strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community of students, families, staff, and community partners. Eden Prairie Schools serves approximately 9,000 students with a workforce of 1,500 employees and is widely recognized for its commitment to quality, innovation, and excellence in educational and extracurricular programming.
Position requirements:
- Current Minnesota Principal License, or ability to obtain.
- A minimum of 3 years successful teaching experience.
- A minimum of 1 year of educational leadership experience
- Experience in activities/athletics administration preferred
Qualifications:
- Experienced leader to guide and manage staff in an inclusive environment that fosters trust, respect, innovation and equitable outcomes.
- Knowledge and experience with current issues in activities & sports management, facilities and budgeting.
- Experienced in the areas of curriculum, instruction and continuous improvement.
- Experience in the areas of personnel development and evaluation.
- Advanced coursework in areas pertaining to skills and content of the principalship.
- Knowledge and experience regarding current issues in school management.
- Skilled communicator and systems thinker who possess excellent interpersonal skills to effectively work with staff, students, parents and community.
- Demonstrated ability to work within the framework of an administrative team.
- Committed to high academic standards for all students.
- Technological expertise in supporting systems that improve school-wide data and process improvement needs.
Position reports to: Principal
Application preferred by: February 27, 2026
Start Date: July 1, 2026
To learn more about our district, please visit www.epjobs.org.
Please click the APPLY button above to begin your application.
Questions? Please contact Human Resources at (952) 975-7104 with any questions. Confidential inquiries may be directed to Dr. Jaysen Anderson, Principal, at [email protected] or (952) 975-8011.
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.
Eden Prairie School District Associate Principal of Student Activities – Eden Prairie High School Salary and Benefit Package*
Salary: $166,030 – $169,330 depending on experience and education level. These numbers are also based on the 2025-2026 contract.
Vacation: 28 vacation days/year
Holidays: 12 paid holidays/year
Life Insurance: Life insurance fully paid by the employer for an amount equal to twice the employee’s annual salary.
Long Term Disability Insurance: Long term disability fully paid by the employer.
Medical/Hospitalization: Medical/hospitalization plans available per the principal agreement.
Dental Insurance: Dental insurance available per the principal agreement.
Sick Leave: 14 days per year cumulative to 280 days
Tuition Reimbursement: 50% tuition for up to 3 credits per academic session for pre-approved coursework
*This is an unofficial summary of benefits. All items listed are conditioned by more extensive qualifying provisions as detailed in the employment agreement between Principals and the Eden Prairie School District, July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026.