Middle School Principal (Grades 5-6)

POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB POSTING NOTIFICATION
Date of Posting: February 19, 2024
Closing Date: Until filled (application review to begin March 1, 2024)
Position Title: Principal
School Site: Polson Middle School (Grades 5-6)
Qualifications: Current Montana Teacher and Administrative licensure
with K-8 or K-12 endorsement.
Preferred: Experience with AVID, PLC's, Behavior management, and IEFA.
Starting Date: August 19, 2024
Salary: Starting at $83,729.00-$98,045.00, DOE, 210 day contract
Apply to: Complete principal application submitted through Talent Ed applicant tracking platform: https://polson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Application Material:

• Completed Polson School District Certified Staff Application
• Successful Fingerprint Background Check

NON-DISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE: The Polson School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in employment, educational programs or activities.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Serve as chief administrator of the assigned building.
Develop and administer a quality educational program using the following guidelines:

• School Laws of the State of Montana;
• Accreditation Standards set forth by the Montana State Board of Education and the Office of Public Instruction;
• Policies and Procedures of the Polson School District Board of Trustees.

Serve as instructional leader of the school by
Facilitating and organizing professional development activities:

• Monitoring alignment of classroom instruction with district curriculum
• Evaluate performance of teachers and instructional support staff.
• Supervise, oversee, and evaluate performance of clerical, cafeteria, janitorial staff, and other classified employees to maintain quality support services.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Board policies and rules, regulations, and directives.
• Attend all regular Monthly Board meetings and dialogue sessions.
• Develop and maintain good working relations with the community, including community organizations and leaders.
• Confer on a regular basis with administrative colleagues, teachers, students, parents and the Polson Board of Trustees to address educational and discipline issues.
• Work with parents and professional staff in development and implementations of programs for students with disabilities or other special needs.
• Attend sporting events, evening music performances, fine arts events and other family activities involving students and parents.
• Maintain a visible presence in the building and playground to ensure a physically and psychologically safe school environment.
• Work with staff to prepare yearly budget requests and monitor spending to conform to budget restrictions.
• Supervise allocation of equipment, educational material, and supplies in conformance with approved expenditures.
• Supervise preparation of attendance reports, test results, and other reports as required by the Office of Public Instruction and other agencies.
• Maintain a positive school culture that supports teaching and learning.
• Direct federal programs as assigned by the Superintendent and Board of Trustees.

Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.
EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrate understanding and leadership skills in dealing with issues and problems in all aspects of the Middle School.

• Demonstrate understanding of elementary curriculum and developmentally appropriate instructional methods.

• Effectively communicate information orally and in writing and respond to questions from staff, parents, and the community.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

• Effectively address and manage stressful situations.

• Maintain strict confidentiality with student and personnel matters.