Principal at California Trail Middle School

Olathe Public Schools•Olathe, KS

About The Position

This position is responsible for approximately 100 employees and 700-900 students. This position will serve as an instructional leader, building manager and district champion. This position is part of the Middle School Leadership team and reports to the Assistant Superintendent, MS.

Requirements

Licensed as a school administrator in Kansas.
5-7 years of building leadership experience.
Strong background in instruction and instructional leadership
Champion of District Strategic Plan and Portrait of a Graduate
Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
High degree of motivation, responsibility and confidentiality
Ability to develop and analyze complex reports with a strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in calculations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment
Highly collaborative team player
Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired results
Effective decision-making skills; capable of having crucial conversations
Life-long learner
Strong analytical and interpretive skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
Proficient in Assessment Tools (NWEA and Mastery Connect, if possible)

Nice To Haves

Principal experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Display a data driven focus on student academic and social and emotional learning through continuous improvement of instruction as evidenced by student achievement or growth.
Building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders (students, parents, building staff, and district personnel).
Facilitate communication between staff, students and/or parents when evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.
Maintain a guaranteed and viable curriculum for all students.
Ensure a positive, orderly and safe building climate.
Manage the fiscal, operational, and technological resources of the building in a way that focuses on effective instruction and the achievement of all students.
Select, develop, engage and retain high qualified staff.
Complete and discuss classified, assistant principal and teacher performance on a regular basis meeting the expectations of the performance appraisal process and timelines outlined by OPS board policy and Kansas Statutes.
Delegate and supervise responsibility for various administrative functions utilizing the talents of other staff members to assist with managing the school effectively.
Provide professional development for staff through observation, coaching and support to ensure a growth mindset for all.
Serve as building communicator for district information with all staff.
Participate in District committees, Professional Development, PLC, workshops, etc. to gather and convey information.
Support and attend school functions
Perform other duties as assigned.