Principal-Ellinwood Grade School

Ellinwood Public Schools USD #355 is now accepting applications for the position of Grade School Principal (grades K-6) for the 2026-2027 school year. The district is looking for a dynamic candidate to provide leadership to a K-6 educational setting. The district has approximately 200 students in this grade span. The Ellinwood Public School District is a progressive district that is a leader in technological and educational innovation. The district is currently implementing a 1:1 iPad initiative K-12 and collaborates with the community and Ellinwood Recreation Commission on targeted educational opportunities. All staff possess iPads, laptops, and a variety of peripheral technologies to support best instructional practices. Ellinwood Public Schools has exemplary community support and excellent facilities.

This is the ideal opportunity for the aspiring building leader who has significant leadership capacity. Much freedom and latitude will be provided to the successful candidate. An organized, self-confident person with the unyielding desire to have an indelible impact on staff and students across a building would flourish in this position. A demand for academic rigor and the courage to establish a paradigm supporting such an ideal would suit the candidate well in this environment. The district desires committed achievers of all backgrounds to apply.

The district prefers a dynamic, progressive leader who has the courage to create new opportunities for students and be innovative in his or her approach to student achievement. Applicants who can build meaningful and credible professional relationships with students and staff are highly desired. The successful candidate must have a creative vision for the school and consistent philosophy/core value system that directs his or her decisions. The district will also work collaboratively with the successful candidate to provide continuous leadership training to support and improve skills while on the job. Creating an atmosphere of excellence is the standard. Wanting to be part of something special is required. Candidates who have no previous administrative experience are encouraged to apply.

To apply, please click on the following link (application deadline is January 16, 2026-please complete the application process ASAP):

Ellinwood Public Schools Online Application Portal

All questions about the position may be directed to:

Ashley Porter

USD #355 District Office

300 N. Schiller St.

Ellinwood, KS 67526

620-564-3226 (Phone)

620-564-2206 (Fax)

aporter@usd355.org USD 355

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The Ellinwood Public School District is a 2A district that has approximately 500 students in the district K-12.  It has a K-6 Grade School and a 7-12 Middle School/High School.  It has a long history of academic and extra-curricular success.  It is leading the charge of educating students with 21st century skills and attributes.  As a small district, Ellinwood Public Schools is an innovator in dual credit opportunites, technology integration, and character education.  In the Ellinwood Public School District Excellence is Standard!

 

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Ellinwood is a progressive, vibrant community of approximately 2,000 residents.  It is conveniently located in Barton County.  It is 10 minutes from Great Bend (and affiliated amenities) and allows for quick access to Hays (1 hour 15 minutes), Salina (1 hour 10 minutes), Hutchinson (50 minutes), and Wichita (1 hour 30 minutes).  Barton Community College and Cheyenne Bottoms are both within a 15 minute drive from Ellinwood.  The community also gives exemplary support to the school district.  Ellinwood is family friendly and ideal for people of all interests.