1.2026 - Administrative - High School Asst. Principal for College and Career Readiness

Kearney NE•Kearney, NE

About The Position

Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Principal for College and Career Readiness at Kearney High School starting the 2026-2027 school year. This position has a 225 day contract with competitive salary and benefits. Candidates must hold a valid Administrator's Certificate. Position is open until filled. QUALIFICATIONS: The administrator will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Nebraska authority. In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of the Kearney Public Schools, all administrators shall meet the following employment criteria: Master’s Degree in Education is required. Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a 7-12 Principal endorsement. Experience : Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting preferred. Knowledge of curriculum development, technology, supervision of staff, staff evaluation, discipline policies, school laws, management of staff and students, planning, and community relations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : (Include, but are not limited to) Serves as a high functioning member of the KHS Administrative Team with a focus on efforts to promote understanding and support for the College and Career Readiness efforts in all areas. Maintains a safe and effective learning environment by evaluating, monitoring and supporting CTE staff to improve CTE curriculum and programming. Maintains frequent and ongoing communication between CTE teachers, businesses, parents and students. Establishes connections with local partners between high school and post-secondary institutions and between KHS and key business and community leaders to promote and grow CCR opportunities for students. Leads the promotion, establishment and implementation of Dual Credit course offerings and CTE curricular pathways. Serves as a positive school representative when working with business, industry and the media in the promotion of CTE and CCR efforts at KHS. Develops, implements and advises staff, students and parents in the area of career awareness including but not limited parent information nights, career and job fairs, business and industry tours, and understanding of Nebraska Career Readiness Standards. Arranges for job shadowing opportunities, guest speakers, mock interviews and business tours for KHS and HACS students. Works with the counseling department to ensure the alignment of post-secondary planning for students to include the various college and work place opportunities after high school. Oversees all career education activities including the programs of work for the CTSOs and serves as the community and state liaison for CTE and CTSO programming. Evaluates and leads CTSO organizations. Oversees and implements key components of the Perkins Grant. Assists the building principal in maintaining order and discipline at school and at extra curricular events. Administers district policies and assists in the development of the student handbook, Career Readiness Guidebook, ELO Opportunities documents and other Dual Credit, CCR and CTE documents for publication. Assists the principal in the development of goals and objects for CCR efforts at KHS and facilitates action plans towards those goals. Counsels students, parents and staff in the areas of college and career readiness and programs of study. Oversees the implementation and growth of ELO opportunities for students at Kearney High School. Works with the Master Scheduler at KHS to ensure that course offerings meet NDE requirements for programs of study and facilitate a schedule that allows and encourages student participation in CTE and CCR courses and activities. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Never Occasional Frequent Constant 0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%+ Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending/Stooping X Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X Climbing X Driving X Physical Tasks Lifting 80 lbs. Max X Carrying 100 Ft. Manual Dexterity Tasks : Sedentary Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy Specifically: Sometimes carrying ill or injured students following district health procedures. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory) -Excellent oral and written communication skills. -Demonstrates stress management and interpersonal skills. -Demonstrates leadership and works well on various teams. -Works well with children and adults. WORKING CONDITIONS: Heated/air conditioned offices and buildings; all weather conditions. This position is subject to a veterans' preference. Y ou may attach your Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation. Or you may have your Credential file sent to Kearney Public Schools Human Resource office at 320 W 24th St, Kearney NE 68845 or emailed to [email protected]. We will scan and attached them to your application file. . . NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination. The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 – Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources Kearney Public Schools 320 West 24 th Street Kearney, NE 68845 308-698-8011 [email protected] .

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Administrator's Certificate.
The administrator will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Nebraska authority.
Master’s Degree in Education is required.
Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a 7-12 Principal endorsement.
Knowledge of curriculum development, technology, supervision of staff, staff evaluation, discipline policies, school laws, management of staff and students, planning, and community relations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrates stress management and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates leadership and works well on various teams.
Works well with children and adults.

Nice To Haves

Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as a high functioning member of the KHS Administrative Team with a focus on efforts to promote understanding and support for the College and Career Readiness efforts in all areas.
Maintains a safe and effective learning environment by evaluating, monitoring and supporting CTE staff to improve CTE curriculum and programming.
Maintains frequent and ongoing communication between CTE teachers, businesses, parents and students.
Establishes connections with local partners between high school and post-secondary institutions and between KHS and key business and community leaders to promote and grow CCR opportunities for students.
Leads the promotion, establishment and implementation of Dual Credit course offerings and CTE curricular pathways.
Serves as a positive school representative when working with business, industry and the media in the promotion of CTE and CCR efforts at KHS.
Develops, implements and advises staff, students and parents in the area of career awareness including but not limited parent information nights, career and job fairs, business and industry tours, and understanding of Nebraska Career Readiness Standards.
Arranges for job shadowing opportunities, guest speakers, mock interviews and business tours for KHS and HACS students.
Works with the counseling department to ensure the alignment of post-secondary planning for students to include the various college and work place opportunities after high school.
Oversees all career education activities including the programs of work for the CTSOs and serves as the community and state liaison for CTE and CTSO programming.
Evaluates and leads CTSO organizations.
Oversees and implements key components of the Perkins Grant.
Assists the building principal in maintaining order and discipline at school and at extra curricular events.
Administers district policies and assists in the development of the student handbook, Career Readiness Guidebook, ELO Opportunities documents and other Dual Credit, CCR and CTE documents for publication.
Assists the principal in the development of goals and objects for CCR efforts at KHS and facilitates action plans towards those goals.
Counsels students, parents and staff in the areas of college and career readiness and programs of study.
Oversees the implementation and growth of ELO opportunities for students at Kearney High School.
Works with the Master Scheduler at KHS to ensure that course offerings meet NDE requirements for programs of study and facilitate a schedule that allows and encourages student participation in CTE and CCR courses and activities.