High School Principal 2025-26

POSITION: HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL 2025-26

REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to obtain Washington State Principal Certificate prior to the first contracted day
• Five years of successful teaching experience
• Master’s degree in Education Administration or related field
• Fingerprinting
• Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Depending upon individual assignment, the Principal performs all or a combination of several of the following duties. This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Leadership and Judgment

• Articulate and support the mission, goals, policies, procedures and administrative directives of the District.
• Set high expectations and motivate others to achieve high levels of performance.
• Provide a visible presence in buildings and in the community.
• Work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, and other members of the school community to help improve student learning.
• Utilize leadership skills of staff, parents, and students to achieve District and school improvement goals.
• Demonstrate collaborative leadership to articulate, develop, implement, and evaluate school improvement goals.
• Demonstrate good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize data to develop, implement, and evaluate school improvement goals.
• Participate in, support, and provide leadership in District administrative team activities.
• Work cooperatively with staff and parents to meet the needs of all students. Deal with obstacles and constraints positively.

Office/School Administration and Management

• Assist with the selection of personnel and assign appropriate work roles to staff.
• Develop, implement and monitor plans for the efficient and safe operation of the school facility and grounds.
• Develop and employ plans for emergency situations.
• Collaborate with others in decisions concerning school operations and safety.
• Delegate appropriate tasks and responsibilities.
• Participate on District committees and accept other assignments when asked.
• Work with office staff and others to develop systems that lead to the efficient management of the school office.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and uphold all policies, procedures, regulations, laws, and contractual obligations to effectively manage the school facility and instructional programs.
• Supervise and approve the preparation and timely submission of all school reports and forms for the District Office, e.g., payroll, enrollment, work orders, requisitions, etc.

Supervision

• Oversee and direct the CTE program for the District
• Oversee the ALE program
• Demonstrate knowledge of and uphold the laws, regulations, policies, and contractual obligations related to the supervision and evaluation of school personnel.
• Ensure classified and certificated staff members understand their duties and responsibilities.
• Maintain a confidential relationship with employees regarding individual personnel matters.
• Provide appropriate, timely, and meaningful verbal and written feedback to certificated and classified staff regarding performance.
• Develop a plan for remediation with certificated or classified staff when needed and recommend appropriate probation and termination whenever necessary.
• Provide appropriate assistance to certificated and classified staff when needed.
• Work with certificated and classified staff to develop and support attainment of individual and group goals.
• Be accessible for consultation with certificated and classified staff.
• Work with teachers and program specialists to develop strategies for meeting needs of individual students in the classroom.
• Demonstrate effective coaching, mentoring, and conferencing skills.
• Encourage collegial teamwork and projects when appropriate.
• Help provide inservice and professional growth opportunities for staff when needed.

Interest in Personnel and Programs

• Curriculum and Instruction:
• Demonstrate knowledge of effective learning practices.
• Demonstrate knowledge of K-12 school district curricula and assessment practices.
• Articulate and help develop the best practices in the instructional program.
• Provide support and resources to school staff to employ effective classroom strategies that meet student needs.
• Assess school climate and student learning needs.
• Work with staff to develop effective instructional programs to meet the needs of all students.
• Help maintain a positive learning environment for all members of the school community.
• Establish efficient schedules and other organizational routines that enhance instructional program improvement and student learning.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of technology as an essential learning tool in the classroom and overall instructional program.
• Provide a safe school environment for all members of the school community.
• Assign staff and develop a master schedule to best meet the needs of students.
• Establish effective strategies for improving student achievement.
• Work cooperatively with District administrators and program specialists to meet student needs.
• Provide a variety of opportunities for student involvement in extra-curricular activities.
• Students:
• Promote feelings of personal worth and high morale of the student body.
• Administer District and building policies and procedures on student rights, responsibilities, corrective action and due process. Show interest in students and their concerns.
• Communication:
• Communicate frequently and effectively with all members of the school and District community.
• Demonstrate effective speaking, listening, and writing skills.
• Maintain a positive relationship with students, staff, parents, and community.
• Create numerous opportunities to promote the school and its goals for improvement.
• Model respect, cooperation, and professionalism with others.
• Motivate others to do their best.
• Maintain a positive and caring interpersonal relationship with others.
• Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills.
• Solicit and value the opinions of others.
• Recognize the personal achievements and professional contributions of others.
• Represent the school in maintaining positive public relations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward individuals and groups from all racial, ethnic, socio-economic, gender, disability, and lifestyle backgrounds.
• Report student progress in a meaningful way to parents.
• Develop and maintain an effective parent/student volunteer program.

School Finance

• Allocate and monitor resources and budgets according to District and school program needs.
• Work cooperatively with other District administrators and program specialists to secure resources and support for school needs.
• Ensure building spending within established budgetary levels.
• Follow established procedures in purchasing and distributing supplies, services, and materials.
• When practical, utilize staff, parents and students to help establish budget priorities.

Professional Preparation and Scholarship

• Work cooperatively with his or her supervisor, or designee, to develop realistic goals for personal growth and organizational improvement.
• Demonstrate responsibility for pursuing goals and professional growth.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the best practices and innovations in educational leadership, program development, and instruction.
• Participate in essential professional growth opportunities.
• Apply new knowledge and skills in practice.
• Participate in professional organization activities.
• Initiate or share new ideas with colleagues.

Effort Towards Improvement When Needed

• Seek suggestions for and respond positively to suggestions for professional improvement.
• Modify own behavior on the basis of self-appraisal.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to plan, organize, and implement daily and long-term operations and goals.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen and react professionally.
• Ability to provide innovative and responsible leadership.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to organize activities and personnel.
• Ability to use computers and various software packages.
• Ability to drive and work in different conditions daily.
• Ability to deal with staff, students, and others in a warm and confident manner.
• Ability to remain flexible to changes in assignments or situations.
• Ability to follow and give instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with staff, students and parents.
• Ability to participate in conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Classrooms, offices and school environments
• Required outdoor travel between District buildings
• Frequent interruptions and schedule changes
• Required dealings with a wide range of situations, behaviors and abilities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• 210 day contract concurrent with school calendar
• Contract start date July 1, 2025
• Salary range at $123,704- $130,508 (DOE)

BENEFITS:

• State health benefits
• State retirement benefits
• Paid time off