Alternative High School Principal

Forest Grove Sd 15•Forest Grove, OR

About The Position

As the district's alternative high school, Tuality Plains High School (TPHS) plays a critical role in our district. It provides an environment where students receive a more personalized approach to learning where staff can meet students exactly where they are in their academic journey. At TPHS, learning is personal, hands-on, and always supportive. TPHS seamlessly blends small group instruction, online coursework, and independent study to create space for students to work at their own pace. Central to our mission is the Discovery Program, a transformative six-week immersive journey where students build essential competencies in communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution. Going beyond the classroom, our dedicated staff curate weekly, hands-on experiences in a variety of local and regional businesses where students can discover career opportunities awaiting them after graduation. We are seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about non-traditional education and committed to fostering an environment where every student feels seen and empowered. If you are a strong academic leader who will advocate for our students’ success, create an atmosphere of meeting the hands-on needs of our students, and can expand student opportunities in the community, we look forward to hearing from you. The Tuality Plains High School Principal is responsible for organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff and families. The Principal provides leadership and administrative resources to motivate instruction, teaching and learning and support staff towards optimum performance in achieving the best possible opportunities for students’ growth and development with a focus on alternative education and innovative programs both at the assigned school and district-wide. The position works to implement an instructional vision and focused plan for improving student achievement and both graduation and completion rates while narrowing the disparities between the highest and lowest performing students. The Principal fosters a culture of high expectations; ensures all students have equitable access to high quality and culturally relevant instruction; builds strong partnerships with families and community; creates a safe, welcoming environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and communities served. This position reports directly to the Superintendent or designee.

Requirements

A minimum of a Master’s degree in an appropriate field of education
Current and valid Oregon administrative license or proof of eligibility to obtain an Oregon administrative license
Secondary teaching and administrator/dean experience
Emotional intelligence and proven skill in employee relations, customer service expertise, and conflict negotiation
Knowledge and experience in working with multiple races, ethnicities, and cultures within a community
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing with students, staff, parents and the public in English.
Ability to work individually and in partnerships with a minimum of direction.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and respect.
Ability to navigate situations students and parents in often difficult circumstances.
Maintain high visibility at school and in the community and hold high expectations for students and staff.
Work well with others from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Ability to solve practical problems and work with a variety of concrete variables in situations.
Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize.
Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons.
Strong knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework and education code.
Knowledge of Oregon laws and school reform.
Positive team approach to leadership and management.
Ability to motivate, direct and support staff.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an alternative school setting
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Spanish bilingual and bicultural skills and abilities
Knowledge of Career and Technical Education and dual credit options for high school students preferred.
Knowledge of student academic and behavioral supports and interventions preferred.
Knowledge of federal and state grants, i.e., High School Success and other state grants.

Responsibilities

Leads the instructional and extra-curricular programs at the alternative high school
Develops strong relationships with students, families, and staff
Supervises instructional personnel for the purpose of monitoring performance, encouraging professional growth and ensuring that the overall objectives of the school’s curriculum are achieved
Manages student behavior for the purpose of maintaining school safety and promotes a positive teaching and learning environment within the school
Supervises the instructional program at the alternative high school.
Promotes improvement in the school’s curriculum.
Evaluates the effectiveness of existing instructional programs through the use of data and works with teachers and the Director of Teaching and Learning to improve instruction in the school
Develops class schedules and schedules staff and students to meet the needs of the students
Attends and supervises school sponsored activities
Leads development of extra-curricular activities for the purpose of enhancing student learning
Works with parents and others in the community to promote a positive working relationship between the school and the community
Prepares reports, maintains school records, and handles other administrative matters as required
Evaluates the implementation and use of technology in classroom instruction and throughout the building
Manages grants to support the operation of the alternative high school
Maintains articulation and alignment with other schools specific to planning, implementation and evaluation of curriculum, and related educational activities
Directs and/or participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of staff development
Recruits highly qualified job applicants and makes recommendations for hire
Facilitates communication between personnel, students and/or parents for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts
Manages school administrative functions (i.e. facility maintenance, budget, staffing, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within district guidelines
Complies with applicable district, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations
Performs other administrative duties as assigned
Participates in school, district, region, and state meetings as appropriate
Maintains consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position