Top 21 Principal Jobs in Vancouver, Wa

Education Program Director → $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education —Portland, OR
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Dean of Students - Elementary (10040)
Evergreen Public Schools —Vancouver, WA
- $142,783 - $145,639 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Fingerprint clearance
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
2d
Dean of Students - Middle School (10015)
Evergreen Public Schools —Vancouver, WA
- $148,883 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Fingerprint clearance
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Substitute Principal
Camas School District —Camas, WA
- $228 - $358 a day
- Temporary
- School experience
- Classroom
- 5 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Interim High School Associate Principal
TIGARD-TUALATIN SD 23J —Tualatin, OR
- $142,946 - $150,469 a year
- Nights as needed
- Spanish
- High school
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
6d
Child Care Center Director
Lewis & Clark Childcare Center —Washougal, WA
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Part-time
- In-person
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Director - Early Childhood Education
Escuela Viva Community School —Portland, OR
- $24.50 - $33.15 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Preschool Director
Cadence Academy Preschool —Portland, OR
- $55,703 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bachelor of Science
- Driver's License
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
404-2026: Certificated Guest (Substitute) Principal
WASHOUGAL SCH DIST 112-6 —Washougal, WA
- $175 - $350 a day
- 8 hour shift
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
9d
Interim Principal 2026-2027 School Year-– Salish Elementary School
REYNOLDS SD 7 —Fairview, OR
- $129,116 - $145,406 a year
- Online Application
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Writing skills
6d
Dean of Students at Centennial High School
CENTENNIAL SD 28J —Portland, OR
- $54,641 - $109,282 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Management
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
3d
Education Services Supervisor
Morrison Child and Family Services —Portland, OR
- $28.39 - $34.22 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Assistant Director
Future Pathways Academy —Portland, OR
- Full-time
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Google Workspace
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9d
Vice Principal - 1.0 FTE - Lincoln High School
Portland Public Schools Oregon —Portland, OR
- $144,712 - $155,839 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Montessori Director
Guidepost Montessori —Hillsboro, OR
- School experience
- Preschool
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Preschool Director
Guidepost Montessori —Portland, OR
- School experience
- Preschool
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $110,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

School experience
Educational leadership certification
Conflict resolution in education
Teaching students with emotional and behavioral disorders
Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders
Professional development facilitation in schools
Student emotional support
Team leadership
Teacher training
Teacher mentoring for professional development
Experience working with individuals with autism
Special education law
Crisis management (risk management strategy)
Master's degree
Emergency response in crisis intervention
School legal knowledge
Instructional leadership in education
Teacher coaching
Managing education teams
Working with students
Computers (educational technologies)
Incident response (Crisis management methodologies)
Admissions and enrollment management
Positive school culture development
Data entry
Conducting training sessions
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Productivity software

Full Job Description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Education Program Director to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a collaborative, goal-oriented environment focused on meaningful outcomes for students with special education needs, seek a career filled with genuine purpose, and possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion and exceptional dedication — We Should Talk!

As the Education Program Director, you will play a pivotal role in transforming student outcomes by championing excellence in instruction and fostering an environment of continuous academic growth. Serving as the instructional leader, you will inspire and guide our dedicated staff to consistently deliver high-quality teaching practices aligned with ChanceLight's proven educational strategies. Your leadership will ensure that policies and procedures are implemented effectively, creating a supportive and efficient learning environment where every student can thrive.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

Providing visionary leadership to drive student achievement and ensure smooth, effective operations by supervising staff, developing and implementing performance management plans, identifying professional learning needs, and engaging in continuous professional growth opportunities.
Participating in the recruitment and selection process to build and retain a faculty/staff team with the instructional skills and competencies necessary to meet the unique needs of the program’s student population.
Analyzing staff professional development needs and aligning them with ChanceLight instructional vision while recognizing achievements, addressing concerns, and maintaining productive, solutions-focused site operations.
Leading the induction and training of new staff—either directly or through designees—to ensure a positive onboarding experience and maximize the success and retention of new team members.
Monitoring facilities and programs to ensure the safety of students and staff at all times, including compliance with contractual and state requirements, adherence to staffing ratios, and readiness to implement crisis protocols.
Performing essential managerial functions such as overseeing daily school operations, managing schedules and activities, coordinating custodial and maintenance efforts, supervising food and transportation services, directing administrative and budgetary processes, allocating resources, and fostering positive district and community relationships.
Demonstrating fiscal responsibility by strategically maximizing resources in partnership with the direct supervisor to support instructional priorities and student outcomes.
Participating in the enrollment process from initial referral to final day of attendance, ensuring timely placement, conducting effective site tours, managing rosters per student needs and state mandates, and contributing to transition planning toward the least restrictive environment when applicable.
Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating staff and students in the effective use of learning materials and resources to ensure instructional fidelity and optimal student performance.
Observing, evaluating, and reporting staff and student performance using the START Checklist or other approved observation tools to inform feedback and improvement efforts.
Participating in accreditation and quality assurance processes to ensure the site meets or exceeds ChanceLight and accrediting body standards.
Preparing and presenting reports on student achievement, development, and activities to showcase progress and program effectiveness.
Compiling, analyzing, and utilizing assessment data to track student growth, inform instruction, and guide targeted academic interventions.
Maintaining accurate, complete, and timely records of student progress in compliance with state laws, ChanceLight guidelines, and district policies.
Ensuring the on-time completion and distribution of grades, report cards, IEP progress reports, and transcripts for all students.
Ensuring compliance with all mandatory requirements, including the IEP process, state assessments, and ChanceLight policies.
Promoting a positive school culture by fostering programs and practices that encourage appropriate student behavior, applying support or disciplinary measures as needed in alignment with ChanceLight policies.
Providing guidance, encouragement, and academic counseling to students facing challenges to help them achieve their goals.
Performing other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the program and its students.

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‖ Qualifications Required:

Master's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid OR state special education generalist (K-12) credential.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an OR state special education director or school principal credential.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Minimum five years prior experience in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities.
Minimum three years prior experience in school administration or educational leadership, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, functions, and compliance requirements.
Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, functional behavior analysis (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's).
Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Highly skilled in providing training, professional development and/or coaching to teachers and education staff.
Proven ability to build and maintain multiple relationships with students, parents, teachers, leaders and community and/or district partners.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

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ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

→ Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithPurpose

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!

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‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Personal Protection Insurance Plans
Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program
Legal Services Insurance
Pet Health Insurance
Accrual-based Paid Time Off
School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
401k Retirement Saving Plan
Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
Opportunities for Growth & Development
And So Much More!

→ Learn more about employee perks & benefits in our digital brochure:

https://bit.ly/CL-BenefitsBrochure

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If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

Careers, With ChanceLight = Work. With Purpose.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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principal jobs in vancouver, wa

Education Program Director → $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Dean of Students - Elementary (10040)

Dean of Students - Middle School (10015)

Substitute Principal

Interim High School Associate Principal

Child Care Center Director

Assistant Director - Early Childhood Education

Preschool Director

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Interim Principal 2026-2027 School Year-– Salish Elementary School

Dean of Students at Centennial High School

Education Services Supervisor

Assistant Director

Vice Principal - 1.0 FTE - Lincoln High School

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