Job Description:

Title: Superintendent/Principal 

Location: Naco, Arizona

Employment Type: Full-time

District: Naco Elementary School District 

About us: 

Naco Elementary School District is a small, rural district located at the southernmost tip of Arizona, serving approximately 275 students in grades K–8. We operate on a four-day school week, which supports student engagement and staff well-being.

Our district is in a strong financial position, with steadily improving student achievement scores and a continued focus on academic growth. We are proud of our dedicated and talented staff, who bring passion, professionalism, and heart to their work each day.

Naco students are known for being kind, respectful, and hardworking. Our families and community members are incredibly supportive, making Naco a truly special place to learn and work. The environment here is collaborative, positive, and focused on doing what’s best for kids—every single day.

If you’re seeking a rewarding educational community where your work makes a meaningful impact, Naco Elementary is the place to be.

Job Summary:

The Superintendent/Principal is the instructional leader and chief executive officer of the Naco Elementary School District, serving grades K–8. This dual-role position combines district-level leadership with day-to-day school administration. The Superintendent/Principal is responsible for providing educational vision, managing personnel and finances, overseeing curriculum and instruction, maintaining facilities, and building strong relationships with families and the broader community

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Governance

• Serve as the educational leader of the district and school, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.

• Advise and support the Governing Board with policy development, planning, and legal compliance.

• Attend and prepare reports for Governing Board meetings, implementing Board-approved policies and decisions.

Instructional Leadership

• Lead and supervise the development and implementation of a high-quality curriculum aligned with state standards.

• Support and evaluate instructional staff using a research-based framework for teacher effectiveness.

• Analyze student performance data to guide instructional improvements and interventions.

• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students.

School Administration

• Oversee daily school operations, including scheduling, discipline, student services, and extracurricular activities.

• Monitor student attendance, discipline, and academic progress.

• Promote a positive school culture built on mutual respect, high expectations, and collaboration.

Personnel Management

• Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate all district employees, including teachers, aides, and support staff.

• Create a professional learning environment with opportunities for staff development.

• Ensure compliance with HR laws, employee contracts, and district policies.

Finance & Facilities

• Develop and manage the district budget in collaboration with the Governing Board and business staff.

• Ensure proper allocation of resources to support teaching and learning.

• Oversee facility maintenance, school safety procedures, and long-range capital planning.

Community Engagement

• Serve as the primary liaison between the school district and parents, community members, and local organizations.

• Communicate effectively and frequently with stakeholders through meetings, newsletters, and public forums.

• Represent the district at county, regional, and state meetings as appropriate.

Key Competencies:

• Visionary leadership with a hands-on, collaborative approach

• Strong instructional knowledge across grade levels

• Effective communicator with staff, students, families, and the community

• Ability to manage both strategic district responsibilities and daily school operations

• High integrity, organization, and a deep commitment to rural education

Qualifications:

• Valid Arizona Superintendent and/or Principal certification (or eligibility for certification).

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field required

• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience.

• Prior administrative experience (site-level and/or district-level) preferred.

• Experience in small, rural school settings is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• $80,000 to$ 85,000–  Salary, depending on experience as determined by the Governing Board 

• $5,000.00– Performance Bonus as determined by the board from the superintendent’s evaluation  

• Health Insurance to include vision and dental 

• $50,000 life insurance policy  

• 25 days of vacation, 12 days of general level 

• 4 day work week 

• 1 to 3 years contractual terms (208 days per year), as determined by the Governing Board