Vinita High School Principal

Vinita High School Principal

Job Summary:

The Vinita High School Principal provides visionary leadership and administrative oversight to create a dynamic and high-achieving learning environment. The Principal fosters a culture of academic excellence, promotes student well-being, and builds meaningful community partnerships. This role demands a leader who commits to continuous improvement, data-informed decision-making, while fostering a collaborative and supportive school culture. Utilizing leadership frameworks, the Principal will focus on leadership that fits the specific needs of Vinita High School.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Visionary Leadership and School Culture (25%)

• Develop and articulate a clear and compelling vision for Vinita High School, aligned with the district's goals.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and fair school culture that promotes high expectations and a sense of belonging for all students and staff.
• Build meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.
• Implement strategies to improve school climate and student attendance.
• Lead school-wide initiatives related to student and staff recognition and celebration.

1. Instructional Leadership and Curriculum (30%)

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of a rigorous and relevant curriculum that meets the diverse needs of all scholars.
• Provide instructional leadership and support to teachers, promoting effective teaching practices and data-informed instruction.
• Ensure alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment with state standards and district goals.
• Monitor student progress and achievement data, using it to make instructional decisions.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their instructional skills.

1. Student Achievement and Well-Being (25%)

• Establish and check clear goals for student learning, using a variety of data sources to track progress.
• Implement strategies to meet scholars' social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Ensure a safe and civil learning environment for all scholars and staff.
• Promote student engagement and participation in extracurricular activities.
• Develop and apply programs to support student success, including academic interventions and college, career, and life readiness initiatives.

1. Community Engagement and Partnerships (15%)

• Build and support quality relationships for staff, families, and community members.
• Develop and integrate strategies to increase family and community involvement in the school setting to help students.
• Establish partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and institutions to support student learning and development.
• Communicate effectively with the community about the school's successes and challenges.
• Actively seek community feedback to better inform school improvement efforts.

1. School Operations and Management (5%)

• Manage the school's budget, resources, and facilities effectively.
• Ensure compliance with all district policies, state laws, and regulations.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Educational Administration or a related field.
• Valid Oklahoma Principal Certification.
• Demonstrated success in school leadership, preferably at the high school level.
• Strong knowledge of learning, curriculum, and instruction.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build and support positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making.
• Understanding and application of leadership frameworks.

Application Process:

• Complete the online application at www.VinitaHornets.com.
• Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer