Willamina School District is seeking a Middle/High School Principal to lead the outstanding staff in our district, and join our team of dedicated and innovative educational leaders. Willamina Middle/High School serves approximately 450 students in grades 6-12.
Posted until filled. Application screening will begin May 7, 2025.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
General Description: The school Principal serves as the educational leader, responsible for managing laws, policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe learning environment that meets the approved curricula and mission of the school district. Achieving academic excellence requires that the school Principal work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school to communicate effectively with parents/guardians and the community.
The Primary Functions of the Position: Supervision and evaluation of licensed and classified staff, student performance, public relations, team development and instructional leadership, discretionary budget management and staffing.
General Responsibilities: Leadership in curriculum and instruction, school operations and management, hiring of personnel, staff development, student supervision and discipline, extracurricular activities, emergency procedures, ensure compliance with all laws, state and district policies and procedures, athletics and OSAA activities oversight, and budget management.
Personal Traits: The successful candidate will be a visionary leader, motivator and strong collaborator with the desire, knowledge, and experience to work with diverse populations. In addition, the candidate will be able to communicate effectively and develop strong relationships with students, staff, and the community, will demonstrate a passion for student learning, embrace creativity and innovation, commit to ongoing instructional improvement, and make student success a priority.
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of five years of experience as an educator.
• Oregon Administrative Licensure or evidence of eligibility.
• Curriculum and instructional leadership skills.
• Ability to lead school improvement efforts using data and researched-based practices
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective management skills for school operations.
• Expertise in personnel selection, management, evaluation, and staff development.
• Knowledgeable about state and federal laws or programs, for equitable education outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Successful classroom teaching and administrative experience at the middle or high school level.
• Experience with extracurricular programs and activities.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate high school students to be college, career and life ready.
• Knowledgeable about evidence-based behavioral interventions, SEL curriculum and supports.
• Has experience with collaboration and shared decision making practices that align to the PLC principles.
*Experience in working with diverse student population.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Annual Salary: $112,064-$134,984 (district picks up 6% PERS cost, 220 day contract)
Generous benefit package
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants shall submit a letter of interest, current résumé, three (3) letters of reference (preferably from current and previous evaluators), copy of current administrative license, and unofficial transcripts. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Address all inquiries to:
Willamina School District
1100 NE Oaken Hills Drive
Willamina, OR 97396
For more information contact:
mike.gass@willamina.k12.or.us
