HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
First review: February 20, 2025 or sooner
Position opened until filled.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Hold appropriate Oregon administrative license.
Demonstrated ability to lead relationally in a manner that builds culture.
Instructional leader who uses research-based best practices in professional development, literacy, professional learning communities, coaching, grading and assessment, etc.
In-depth knowledge of Oregon’s teaching and learning standards, current state initiatives, graduation requirements, IDEA, TAG, ESL, and CTE programs.
Knowledge of and successful experience with effective high (middle) school practices, instructional improvement/evaluation, classroom management, team management, issues in technology and organizational change.
Knowledge of and experience working with students and promotion of equity for all students
Strong communication skills that establish positive, collaborative working relationships with and among students, staff, parents and the community.
Ability to lead school improvement efforts that produce high achievement results and college and career readiness, with special focus on underserved student populations.
Demonstrated success in developing practices that support individual student social-emotional needs and systems that promote school-wide support and care for students beyond their academic pursuits.
Effective management of school operations to support teaching and learning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Three plus year’s successful administrative experience; secondary experience desired.
Successful high school teaching and administrative experience.
Demonstrated leadership that yields high levels of trust within the team of adults and grows the team’s sense of collective purpose and social capital.
Ability to balance professional autonomy for staff and consistent vision and expectations.
Ability to create a positive, safe school climate where high expectations for learning and adolescent development are valued.
Expertise in personnel selection, management, evaluation and staff development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In fulfilling responsibilities in administration, the secondary principal shall;
1. Implement Board policies and administrative rules and regulations.
2. Maintain student, faculty, and parent committees as necessary to assure communication among school and community groups and provide a systematic avenue for the discussion of school programs, practices, and policies.
3. Keep students, teachers, and parents informed of decisions; thereby gaining increased understanding and support in all areas of the school program.
4. Establish and maintain a systematic plan for keeping of student’s records on attendance, promotion, and other matters as required.
5. Devise plans and execute training programs that assure safe conduct of students and staff for fire, earthquake, and /or emergencies.
6. Keep the Superintendent informed of the school’s activities and/or issues.
7. Take all reasonable precautions to safeguard the health, safety, and general welfare of staff and students.
8. Take emergency measures in the event of injury and report such injuries to superiors, as well as proper authorities.
9. Take appropriate actions as required to increase student safety and to protect citizens and their property.
10. Prepare and submit the school’s budgetary requests and monitor expenditures of funds.
11. Provide for the establishment of guidelines for proper student conduct and discipline.
12. Work with the administrative staff on school issues that support schools, students, staff and activities such as transportation, special services and support services.
13. Participate in appropriate District meetings as may be requested.
14. Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
15. Assure that in your absence another District administrator is designated to be in charge of the school.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM:
In fulfilling responsibilities for the instructional program, the secondary principal shall:
1. Establish and maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
2. Be responsible for the detailed organization of the school and for the assignment of duties to the members of professional and non-licensed staff.
3. Lead the staff in developing and adapting courses of student and school programs to achieve the goals of the District, school, and District and State curriculum requirements.
4. Encourage teacher participation in discussions and deliberations regarding instruction, staff development, budget, and other programs.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION:
In fulfilling the responsibilities of staff development and evaluation, the secondary principal shall:
1. Lead the recruiting, screening, training, assigning and evaluation of all school personnel. This shall include recommendation as to initial employment as well as continued employment or dismissal.
2. Provide orientation of newly assigned staff members and assist in their development, as appropriate.
3. Plan and conduct with the professional staff, at least one meeting each month for the cooperative study of the instructional improvement and mentoring
4. Provide for the development of a systematic program of supervision and evaluation of the entire staff.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS:
In fulfilling the responsibilities in the area of developing and maintaining effective community relations, the secondary principal shall:
1. Establish and maintain favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs, to interpret Board policies and administrative directives, and to discuss and resolve individual student problems.
2. Help to establish and maintain viable and effective parent organizations.
3. Establish an effective system for handling all complaints and concerns, including the investigating of facts, and constructive responses to legitimate grievances.
a. Keep written copies of communication from and with patrons,
apprising the Superintendent of significant problems.
b. Submit copies of replies to the Superintendent in instances where complaints have been registered.
4. Coordinate Site Committee activities and decision-making.
5. Perform any other related tasks that may be assigned by the superintendent.
PERSONAL TRAITS:
Genuinely respectful of and values staff, students and parents
Good listener and communicator; approachable
Sense of humor
Highly visible in classrooms, within the school and at events
Embrace change and facilitate processes to promote improvements and change
COMPENSATION:
225 day contract, including 8 paid holidays
Family medical, dental and vision insurance
6% PERS Pickup
Employee Assistance Program
Cell phone stipend
$120,000-$135,000, depending on experience
To Apply:
Please complete the application and include a resume, 2-3 professional references, and cover letter.
Job Description Subject to change
NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this (or the position itself) at any time it deems advisable.
RSD believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. The administration reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the RSD’s goal
Equal Opportunity Employer
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race , color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.
The district prohibits discrimination and harassment, including but not limited to, employment, assignment and promotion of personnel; in educational opportunities and services offered students; in student assignment to schools and classes; in student discipline; in location and use of facilities; in educational offerings and materials; and in accommodating the public at public meetings.
