What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL (PreK-5) position at West Franklin Elementary @Appanoose?
West Franklin USD287 seeks a PreK-5 Building Principal at West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose. USD 287 seeks an individual that has a strong commitment to student growth and has a strong grasp of elementary curriculum and interventions.
Job Title: PreK-5 Building Principal, West Franklin Elementary @ Appanoose. This job is classified as an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Salary: Negotiable based on experience. The length of the contract is 215 days.
Job Benefits: Board Paid Single BC/BS Health Insurance, KPERS, Section 125 Plan, $25 cellphone stipend, and 10 days discretionary leave per year which may accumulate to 60 days of sick leave.
Responsible to: Superintendent of Schools
Qualifications: The successful candidate must have Kansas certification and a building-level leadership license for the appropriate grade levels. The successful candidate should:
a. be able to create meaningful relationships with students and staff;
b. be approachable, accessible and available when needed;
c. be supportive of staff;
d. be a visible team player throughout the day;
e. be an effective communicator; and
f. be firm but fair with student discipline.
Terms of Employment: Salary and work year will be in accordance with the negotiated agreement.
Individuals interested in this position should submit the following:
1. Completed Application
2. Resume'
3. Cover Letter
4. Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required if offered the position)
5. Copy of Administrator's License
6. Minimum of 3 Letters of Reference
7. Completed Background Check Form
Job Start Date: July 28, 2025
Applications are encouraged for this position.
Position is open until March 9, 2025 or until filled.
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Employer Information
Employer Name & Website: West Franklin USD 287 - https://www.usd287.org/
Employer Description:
The West Franklin School District serves the communities of Pomona and Williamsburg, Kansas and is a predominately rural school community of approximately 620 students Pre-K through grade 12. The West Franklin School District is comprised of 2 PreK-5 Elementary Schools, 1 Middle School, and 1 High School.
The West Franklin School District is located in western Franklin County, 35 miles southeast of Topeka, 30 miles southwest of Lawrence and 10 miles west of Ottawa.
West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose is a PreK-5 buildng with just under 200 students. WFEA has 15 certified staff and 16 classified staff. WFEA and USD 287 are a part of the Three Lakes Special Education Cooperative.
Job Contact Information
Contact First Name: Matthew
Contact Last Name: Brenzikofer
Contact Email: brenzikoferm@usd287.org
Contact Phone: 785-566-3396
Salary : $25