Principal (Pk-8) -- Pemetic Elementary School
The Southwest Harbor School Department is seeking a dynamic, dedicated, and experienced Principal to lead the Pemetic Elementary School in Southwest Harbor, Maine. Located on Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park, Pemetic Elementary School serves 131 students in grades PK-8. This is a hands-on leadership role in one of the state's premier school districts.
We are searching for an exceptional leader with a proven track record who embodies the following characteristics:
- Strong Professional Disposition: Approachable, reflective, emotionally intelligent, and grounded in respect for students, staff, and families. Maintains a consistently positive attitude to foster a welcoming school environment.
- Visible and Engaged Leadership: Willing to be actively present in classrooms, hallways, meetings, and school events, demonstrating commitment to all aspects of school life.
- Effective Communicator and Collaborator: An outstanding communicator who listens actively, builds trust through transparency and follow-through, and demonstrates strong organizational skills. Values input from those impacted by decisions, embracing team decision-making and collaborative problem-solving.
- A Coach and Capacity-Builder: Supports and develops teachers and staff through feedback, modeling, and shared problem-solving, fostering a culture of teamwork.
Qualifications:
Building Administrator Certification from the State of Maine (#040 endorsement).
Minimum of 5 years of teaching/administrative experience.
Application Details:
Deadline: February 20, 2026
Start Date: July 1, 2026
To apply, scan a cover letter, resume, Transcripts, Maine State Certification, 3 letters of recommendation, and a completed Administrator Application (found at www.mdirss.org) as a single PDF attachment and send it to hiring@mdirss.org.
Please refer any questions regarding this position to:
Mike Zboray, Superintendent
mzboray@mdirss.org
207-288-5049
MDIRSS Teaching and Learning
Accepting applications until a suitable candidate is found.
Equal Opportunity Employer