The Glenwood School District is a small rural K-12 school that has a rich history of serving the students within the community. The school is important to the community and has received good support in a variety of ways including the passing of levies through the years. Glenwood School District is located east of the Portland/Vancouver area in the Columbia River Gorge and near the base of Mt. Adams. The district has a small student enrollment currently but would like to increase that enrollment through innovative and creative programing.
The Glenwood School District is seeking a PreK-12 principal who is visionary, flexible, and innovative. The principal is responsible for the development and continuous improvement of a quality instructional program and for providing an emotionally and physically safe learning environment for a small PreK-12 rural school community. The part-time superintendent will work with the principal.
Salary: The Board of Directors will offer a contract with salary comparable to similar size districts in our area ($110,000 – $120,000) In addition to mandatory benefits, the district offers a health insurance package.
Timeline:
March 6, 2026................................ Position Opens
April 6th, 2026............................... Posting Closes
April 7-10, 2026............................. Screening of Applications
April 13-18 & 27-30, 2026............Interviews
July 1, 2026 ...................................Start Date
Essential Functions/Other Functions
Leadership
Articulate and support the mission, vision, and core principles and policies of the Glenwood School District.
Articulate and model high expectations and the ability to motivate others to achieve high levels of performance.
Work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, and other members of the community to help improve student learning using data, judgment, best practices, and problem-solving skills.
Distribute leadership, utilizing and growing the talents of all staff members, recognizing their professionalism.
Supervision of extracurricular activities.
Facilitate the leadership of Professional Learning Communities.
Instruction and the Learning Environment
Provide support and resources to school staff to employ effective instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Analyze and interpret multiple data sources to inform school-level improvement efforts.
Assist staff in using data to guide, modify and improve classroom teaching and learning.
Foster growth, creativity, and flexibility among others using a variety of techniques.
Have experience, knowledge, and skill working with Washington State’s Learning Standards.
Demonstrate knowledge and use of technology as a learning tool in the classroom and overall instructional program.
Provide a variety of opportunities for student involvement in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
Supervision and Evaluation of Personnel
Monitor and assist staff in implementing effective instruction and assessment practices.
Maintain a confidential relationship with employees regarding individual personnel matters.
Provide appropriate, timely, and meaningful verbal and written feedback to certified and classified staff regarding performance.
Demonstrate effective mentoring, coaching, and conferencing skills.
Develop professional growth plans with staff when needed.
Support, implement, and evaluate the in-service and professional growth opportunities for staff.
Demonstrate knowledge of and uphold the laws, regulations, policies, and contractual obligations related to the supervision and evaluation of school personnel, including the district instructional framework for TPEP.
Communication
Communicate frequently and effectively, both orally and in writing, with all members of the school community.
Maintain high visibility with students, staff, and parents.
Facilitate resolution of complex interpersonal issues among others.
Participate as an active listener.
Maintain a positive relationship with students, staff, parents, and community by modeling respect, cooperation, and professionalism with others, recognizing personal achievements and professional contributions of others and demonstrating knowledge of and sensitivity toward individuals and groups.
Develop a plan for reporting student progress in an ongoing and meaningful way to parents.
Management and Administration
Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and support for shared decision-making processes.
Manage human resources and budgets according to district and program requirements.
Develop and monitor plans for the efficient and safe operation of the school facility and grounds.
Provide an emotionally and physically safe learning environment for all.
Demonstrate knowledge of and uphold all policies, procedures, regulations, laws, and contractual obligations, to effectively manage the school facility and instructional program.
Complete Student and Educator investigations as necessary.
Available during work hours and at hours outside of the workday, within reason via cellphone.
Professional Preparation and Growth
Working cooperatively with your supervisor to develop goals for personal growth and organizational improvement
Participating in essential professional growth opportunities with staff and colleagues and applying new knowledge and skills
Participating as a team member with colleagues, including sharing ideas and concerns
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Washington State Principal Certificate
Minimum of three (3) years teaching experience
Demonstrated competence in school-based educational leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful principal and teaching experience
TO APPLY: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/esd112/jobs/5265220/
