Rate of Pay: $138,092-$160,255, DOE
Insurance: Generous Health, dental, and vision contribution from the district, currently up to $2330 (based upon family coverage).
PERS Retirement: The district assumes and pays the 6% average employee contribution to the Oregon PERS system.
Retiree Benefits: An administrator who retires from KFCS and from PERS, with at least ten consecutive years of experience as an administrator in the district immediately prior to retirement, will receive the following retirement benefits:
One percent (1%) of the administrator's final base salary per month for a total of eight-four (84) months.
AND Medical insurance premiums for the administrator and spouse (if necessary) for a total of eighty-four (84) months. When an administrator retires, the District will contribute up to the employee only cap or the employee-spouse cap. Should the district contribution be insufficient to pay for the monthly cost of the insurance, then the parties agree that the excess insurance premium contribution will be made by the retiree.
Current Admin Agreement - KFSA Agreement 2025-2029
Position Description
Klamath Falls City Schools is seeking an exceptional instructional leader to serve as the next Principal of Ponderosa Middle School.
Ponderosa Middle School serves approximately 550 students in grades 6–8 and is entering an exciting new chapter focused on transformative improvements in teaching and learning. The next principal will have a unique opportunity to lead a comprehensive effort to strengthen classroom instruction, support teacher growth, and ensure every student experiences engaging, rigorous learning every day.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on instructional leader who spends significant time in classrooms supporting teachers and students. This principal will work collaboratively with district leadership and school staff to build systems that prioritize instructional excellence, high expectations for behavior and learning, and measurable academic growth.
The successful candidate will be energized by the opportunity to lead a schoolwide effort focused on strengthening classroom instruction through frequent observation, teacher coaching, and collaborative professional learning.
Why This Role Is Unique
This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a school through a transformative effort focused on strengthening classroom instruction, improving student outcomes, and building a positive and structured school culture.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of Ponderosa Middle School and contributing to the continued success of the Klamath Falls City Schools.
Leadership Characteristics
KFCS and the PMS Staff and families are seeking a Principal who demonstrates the following qualities:
Strong Instructional Leadership
Leads a schoolwide focus on improving teaching and learning and supports teachers through classroom observations, coaching, and professional collaboration.
Consistency and Fairness
Establishes clear expectations for students and staff and ensures those expectations are implemented consistently, fairly, and respectfully.
Clear and Effective Communication
Communicates expectations clearly, listens actively, and fosters transparent communication with staff, students, and families.
Visibility and Engagement
Is highly visible throughout the school, actively engaged in classrooms, hallways, and school activities.
Commitment to Student Safety and Structure
Creates and maintains a safe, structured learning environment with clear expectations for behavior and accountability.
Relationship Building
Develops strong relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
Support for Staff
Creates an environment where teachers feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work.
High Expectations for Academic Success
Believes all students can succeed at high levels and ensures rigorous academic opportunities for every student.
Collaborative Leadership
Encourages leadership in others and works collaboratively with teachers and staff to achieve school goals.
Growth Mindset
Models continuous improvement and encourages learning and innovation among students and staff.
Qualified applicants will:
Be uncompromising in their focus on student learning and academic growth.
Demonstrate the ability to lead meaningful instructional improvement.
Have successful experience supporting and coaching teachers.
Be visible, approachable, and engaged in the daily life of the school.
Establish and maintain clear expectations for student behavior and accountability.
Use student learning data to guide instructional decisions.
Foster collaboration among teachers through professional learning communities and team structures.
Demonstrate strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Have a deep understanding of diverse student needs, including students receiving special education services.
Maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity.
Demonstrate a commitment to equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all students.
The successful candidate will demonstrate an ethic of excellence, a passion for rigorous learning, and a belief in the potential of every student.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Instructional Leadership
Leading a schoolwide focus on improving classroom instruction.
Spending significant time in classrooms observing teaching and learning.
Providing meaningful coaching and feedback to teachers.
Ensuring that instructional practices support rigorous academic learning for all students.
Supporting teachers in using formative assessments and student data to guide instruction.
Leading professional learning focused on instructional improvement.
School Culture and Student Support
Establishing and maintaining a positive, structured school culture.
Ensuring clear expectations for student behavior and consistent implementation of consequences.
Creating systems that promote student engagement, accountability, and safety.
Supporting systems that reduce disruptions and maximize instructional time.
Supporting attendance initiatives and student engagement efforts.
Staff Leadership and Development
Evaluating and supporting teachers and staff through coaching and professional development.
Building collaborative teams focused on improving student learning.
Supporting professional learning communities and team-based problem solving.
Organizational Leadership
Managing school operations including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Ensuring systems and structures support high-quality instruction.
Collaborating with district leaders to implement district priorities and initiatives.
Community Engagement
Building strong partnerships with families and the community.
Ensuring clear and consistent communication with families.
Creating welcoming opportunities for family involvement and engagement.
Advocating for students and families.
Experience
At least five (5) years of successful teaching experience in a K–12 public school setting.
Evidence of successful leadership experience in a school setting.
Demonstrated experience improving teaching and learning outcomes.
Education
Master’s Degree in Education or a closely related field.
Licensure
Possess a valid Oregon TSPC Administrative License authorizing service as a middle school principal.
Pre-employment requirements:
Employment for this position is contingent on clearance of the following:
__X__ Background Investigation
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, 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, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.
