Principal - Washington High School

School District of Washington•Missouri, WA

About The Position

The School District of Washington is seeking an innovative instructional leader to serve as Principal of Washington High School, covering grades 9–12. This is a full-time, 12-month position, with a typical work calendar from July through June. The role fosters a positive, productive, and safe environment for students and supports the District’s mission, vision, goals, and strategic plan. The ideal candidate can build safe and secure professional relationships with students, staff, parents, patrons, and leadership; communicate effectively in writing and orally; stay highly organized; and work with multiple stakeholder groups. The position includes instructional leadership, building operations, staff support, recordkeeping, continuous improvement, and responding to complex concerns and emergencies. The position requires a valid Missouri Principal’s certificate, or eligibility for one aligned to grades 9–12. Alternatives appropriate to the scope of the position may be considered, including administrative certification at another level or in another area with interest and/or eligibility for this level. The position reports daily to the Executive Administrative Team. Performance is evaluated by the Superintendent using the principal evaluation tool from Network for Educator Effectiveness. Starting salary is established by the Board of Education, with a starting range of $100,000–$120,000 depending on experience. The position includes applicable health and ancillary insurance, annual paid leave and vacation award, and a defined pension benefit.

Requirements

Valid Missouri Principal’s certificate or eligibility for a Missouri Principal’s certificate aligned to grades 9–12; appropriate alternatives may be considered.
Ability to form safe relationships with students and staff.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
High level of organizational skills.
Ability to work with multiple stakeholder groups.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently while performing job duties.
May occasionally need to push or lift up to 50 pounds for the safety and well-being of others.
Vision ability to read handwritten or typed materials.
Ability to meet multiple demands from several people while interacting with staff and the public.
Regular and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

Administrative certification at a different level or in another area, with interest and/or eligibility for principal certification at the grade levels covered.

Responsibilities

Foster a positive climate and culture in the assigned building and across the District as part of strategic plan efforts.
Build and maintain professional relationships with staff, students, parents, patrons, and the leadership team to foster growth and innovation.
Work with staff to implement strong instructional programming aligned to academic achievement, wellbeing, and college and career readiness.
Maintain accurate records and facilitate recordkeeping, including student records, staff evaluation records, correspondence, budget records, safety protocols, and other operational records.
Ensure efficient operational procedures, including regular staff communication, training, and support.
Lead continuous improvement efforts that support a culture of learning and growth and advance the District’s mission, vision, and goals.
Resolve complex issues related to student, staff, parent, and public concerns.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance necessary to perform the position’s functions.
Perform associated roles required for building operations and respond in the event of an emergency.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required for District operations.
Provide ongoing feedback aligned with established evaluation efforts for staff within the position’s purview.
Attend meetings and workshops necessary for District operations and to enhance knowledge in areas of general responsibility.
Maintain the confidential nature of all school-related material.
Attend events outside the regular school day designed to bring the public into the school, student activities and events, serve on committees or associations, and attend required meetings associated with the principal role.