Principal

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being.

The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD . Location : US:CO:BOULDER School: Nevin Platt Middle Position Title: Principal Position Start Date: July 19, 2027 Position Type: Admin FTE: 1.

00 - 40 Hour per week

• Regular, ongoing Work Schedule: 220 Days - 12 Months
• August Admin Salary Range 13*: $117,384.00 - $176,077.00 Closing Date: November 9, 2026 Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD Nevin Platt Middle School: Two programs, one PACK, unified through discovery, relationships, and student empowerment. Platt is a School of Excellence where children thrive in an academic environment provided by highly-qualified teachers and staff committed to each student’s intellectual, physical and emotional needs. We understand that preadolescent children bridge the educational span between elementary school and high school, and we design our school environment and instruction to match those needs. Our programming focuses on academic rigor, encourages exploration of the arts and humanities, promotes technological expertise, and supports community building in a safe environment. At Platt, teachers work to create cross curricular lessons and units in order to create relevant and authentic learning opportunities. Each grade level (sixth, seventh, and eighth) is a team with the exception of one team called CHOICE which is multi-grade. CHOICE is an acronym that stands for Cooperative Hands-On Integrated Community Education. Students in the CHOICE program attend mixed-grade-level classes and stay with the same team of teachers for three years. Students may apply for this three-year program only through the open-enrollment process. Website: Platt Middle School and CHOICE Program Summary: A BVSD Principal must have a strong background in collaborative leadership, cultural proficiency and data-driven school improvement. The principal must also have demonstrated skill in an extensive range of leadership and management and must possess the exceptional leadership skills and vision required to lead this school.

Responsibilities

Provide collaborative leadership in the following areas: Continuous school improvement aligned with the District Strategic Plan and State Accreditation. Purposeful and inclusive curriculum and instructional strategies that are school-wide and focused. Ongoing assessment of school progress and student achievement. Job-embedded and discipline-based professional development.

Commitment to shared decision making in a spirit of collaboration. School climate development that fosters a just and equitable environment. Hire, supervise, and evaluate staff members. Provide a safe and secure educational environment.

Qualifications

Required: Currently hold a Colorado Principal License or have licensure application in process (must upload license or in process documentation to application). Completed and submitted BVSD online application. Minimum of three years of experience as a school administrator. Preferred: Experience in teaching, supervision and educational leadership.

Principal experience or its equivalent. Experience with data-driven school improvement processes that result in high academic achievement for all and elimination of achievement gaps. Knowledge of student assessment and data analysis for continuous improvement. Current knowledge of effective instructional practices. Strong planning, organization, motivation, management, supervision and evaluation skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external audiences. Experience with the MTSS process and the Standards-Based Teaching/Learning Cycle. Knowledge of school-based budget/planning. Demonstrated skills in facilitation, problem solving, and conflict management. Understanding of English Language Learners and appropriate programming.

Salary Information: Salary Range 13*: $117,384.00 - $176,077.00 Salary Placement varies according to experience and education. *Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule ) .

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education.

All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. Application and Selection Procedure: External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E.

Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado. Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.

Benefits

& Eligibility: Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include: Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Supplemental Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Personalized Benefits Identity Theft Protection Flexible Spending Plans Retirement Savings Plans Eco.

Pass Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information. The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities.

Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html