High School Principal [2025-26 School Year]

JOB SUMMARY:

The high school principal is the instructional and operational leader of the school, responsible for setting the academic tone and fostering a safe, inclusive, and high achieving learning environment. The principal manages faculty and staff, oversees curriculum implementation, and collaborates with district leadership, parents, and the community to support student success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Guide development, implementation, and evaluation of a rigorous curriculum aligned with Indiana Academic Standards.
• Use data-driven decision making to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Develop and lead professional development initiatives to enhance instructional capacity.
• Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, budgeting, facilities, and compliance with school district and state policies.
• Supervise and evaluate teachers and staff in alignment with the local evaluation model.
• Ensure school safety and implement crisis management procedures.
• Recruit, hire, and retain high quality educators and support staff.
• Maintain a fair and consistent discipline framework that supports student growth and aligns with district policies.
• Ensure services for diverse learners, including MLL, Special Education, and high ability students.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, local businesses, and community organizations.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, fostering transparency and trust.
• Serve as the public face of the school and represent the school at district and community events.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:

• Provide clear direction, inspire a shared school vision, set goals collaboratively, and prioritize needs of the school community.
• Analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and develop flexible, practical solutions.
• Be efficient in planning, scheduling, and overseeing processes to meet goals and deadlines.
• Launch and manage initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure successful execution.
• Plan, assign, and direct work to ensure alignment with school goals and instructional priorities.
• Recognize and reward effective performance; address performance concerns through coaching, discipline, or corrective action as needed.
• Respond to and resolve staff or stakeholder concerns in a fair and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Oversee the supervision and support of extracurricular programs, events, and activities.
• Stay current with best practices by engaging in professional development opportunities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Middlebury Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Must hold a valid Indiana Building Level Administrator License (P-12).
• Minimum of a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in instructional leadership and school administration is preferred.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

225 days. Salary to be determined by the Administrative Salary Schedule.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of corporation policy and state law.