10 FTE Principal - Middle School - Ron Russell Middle School

DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT #40

JOB DESCRIPTION

Administration

Administrative Opening forSchool Year

JOB TITLE: Principal Middle School

Job posting closes April 4 2025 4:00pm

Apply at:12/hire/10077

Job Purpose Statements: The primary purpose of the position of Middle School Principal is to serve as the instructional and climate leader of the school and as such be responsible for the organization and supervision of the schools educational program operation of the school facility participation in staff and student activities and establishment of effective community relations.

Essential Job Functions:

Leadership and Administration:

• Develop and prioritize caring relationships with students staff and caregivers
• Provide visionary leadership to create a positive and inclusive school culture
• Facilitate communication between students staff and caregivers for the purpose of evaluating situations solving problems and/or resolving conflicts
• Supervise the school staff and be responsible for the recruitment screening hiring training assigning and evaluation of the staff both licensed and classified
• Hire direct supervise and evaluate all administrative staff members at the school
• Assist and support the guidance program to enhance individual student educational growth and development
• Assist in supervising all support services including custodial maintenance security and food services
• Plan new employee orientation activities at the building level
• Prepare and supervise the preparation of reports records lists and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the schools administration
• Collaborate with building union representatives
• Assist the Superintendents Office as directed
• Collaborate and communicate with district administrators regarding district systems and school improvement efforts on a consistent basis
• Attend School Board Meetings as needed

Academic Excellence:

• Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programs to identify areas for improvement and engage in continuous improvement cycles focused on student achievement.
• Regularly use student performance data to identify and address achievement gaps set equityfocused goals and support instructional adjustments.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to set implement and monitor short and longterm achievement goals.
• Observe classroom instruction regularly to provide constructive feedback that fosters teacher growth and student success.
• Ensure the adopted curriculum is implemented with integrity and fully aligned to state standards and district goals.
• Collaborate with school improvement teams to support professional learning tied to school goals.
• Guide the development and implementation of innovative strategies to improve outcomes and ensure high school success and graduation.

Student Affairs:

• Create a safe structured inclusive and welcoming learning environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and David Douglas community
• Executea cohesive constructive and efficient restorativepractice and board approved discipline policy that supports student behavior and safety with respect and consideration
• Establish and maintain an effective racially and culturally teaching and learning climate
• Develop school plans and organizational procedures for the health safety discipline and conduct of students as established by district policies and procedures
• Lead and guide activities and decisions with a racial and cultural equity mindset and lens
• Ensure that all school activities are adequately planned and supervised
• Assist with alternative placements for students who may need a different setting

Family and Community Engagement:

• Model ongoing and effective communication with families and community with a targeted focus on native language families and historically underrepresented groups
• Develop and support a community relations program with families and local community groups as a means of interpreting and furthering school programs and encourage family and community participation in the schools program(s)

Budget and Resource Management:

• Supervise administer and allocate the buildings financial budget and make decisions for its use
• Utilize all resources of the school and the community in developing the most effective educational system
• Cooperate with other school and district administrators in determining the allocation of district funds for instructional purposes; work with school staff to determine need and allocate funds to departments on basis of need and equity

Facilities Management:

• Assure proper management maintenance and inventory of materials equipment buildings and grounds
• Oversee the scheduling of events activities and use of facilities

Legal and Regulatory Compliance:

• Implement board policies administrative regulations and negotiated agreements
• Understand changes in educational laws and policies
• Assist in staff and student investigations and hearings

Professional Development:

• Support professional development opportunities for educators to enhance teaching strategies and pedagogical skills
• Initiate design and implement programs to meet specific needs of the school and its students
• Understand and communicate recent educational trends research best practicesand state requirementsto enhanceand monitorthe schools instructional programs
• Collaborate with district office district administrators and school staff to ensureinstructional programs align with state and national standards and requirements district systems and improvement initiatives and evidencebased practices

Other Job Functions:

• Collaborate with district office representatives to determine building needs
• Cooperate with other principals and district administrators in determining the allocation of district funds for instructional purposes and allocate funds to departments on basis of need and equity

Job RequirementsQualifications:

Experience Required: Five years experience as a building teacher and or administrator. Preference will be given to administrators with middle school and/or high school experience.

Skills Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to facilitate goal setting for instructional improvement. Skill in the development and implementation of programs to assist employees in successfully reaching personal and professional goals. Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationship skills in working with students caregivers teachers support staff and administrators as well as business and community groups. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including effective facilitation of meetings. Exhibit high level of personal and professional integrity and ethics. Serve as a role model model lifelong learning embrace change and exhibit strong collaboration with district and building staff.

• Knowledge of current research and best practices being used in middle schools and skill in discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field of school improvement and in performancebased educational programs.
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching and Equity:Applying an equity lens to instructional practices and school policies with a deep understanding of culturally responsive teaching principles.
  • Restorative Practices:Experience implementing restorative practices to foster positive school climate and student behavior.
  • MultiTiered Systems of Support (MTSS):Knowledge of and experience with implementing MTSS frameworks including Response to Intervention (RTI) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
  • StandardsBased Instruction:Understanding of and experience aligning instruction with current Oregon state standards and assessments including the Oregon Statewide Assessment System (OSAS).
  • Inclusive Practices:Expertise in effective instructional strategies for all learners including English Learners and students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Technology Integration:Proficiency in using technology including AItools and resources as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
  • Data Analysis and Collaboration:Experience using data to inform instruction and collaborating with data teams to improve student outcomes

• Abilities to serve as a leadercoach to building level administrators and teacherleaders and to develop collaborative consensus building in groups. Maximize resources to achieve results and build programs.

• Abilities to prioritize developing inclusive programs that support all students and staff from diverse backgrounds. Strong commitment to fostering an environment where everyone feels safe welcomed valued and respected with a lens of antidiscrimination.

• Abilities to sit for prolonged periods perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks maintain accurate records establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students families other school personnel; meet schedules and deadlines. Prompt and regular attendance. Significant physical abilities include standing and walking for long periods of time lifting/carrying reaching/handling talking/hearing conversations and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation.

Educations/Licenses Required: Masters Degree. Eligible for appropriate administrative license; valid drivers license and evidence of insurability; and Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance.

MultiCultural preferred; Fluency in Spanish (written and spoken) is preferred but not required.

The David Douglas School District welcomes applications from candidates that expand the Districts diversity.

Terms of Employment: 260 days per year. Salary to be established by the Board.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Boards policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

David Douglas School District Drug Testing and Criminal Background Check

Per district policy all offers of employment shall be contingent upon the successful passing of a district required drug test and criminal background check. David Douglas School Districts Human Resources will designate where and when the testing will be conducted. The offer of employment will be withdrawn from candidates who test positive for .

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DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Vacancy Notice for the Position of

PrincipalforMiddleSchool

Position:

PrincipalforMiddle School

The David Douglas School District is requesting professional applications for aMiddle School Principalposition. Theprimary functions of theprincipalis to lead direct and administer all instructional and operational activities of a racially and culturally diverse urban middle school. Administrative responsibilities include instructional programs student activities community relations support services facility and ground operations and maintenance that result in achievement and confidence.

Position start date is July 1 2025

Qualifications:

The District is searching for strong instructional leaders with the following qualifications:

• AdministrativeLicense or be eligible for Oregonadministrativelicensure by

July 12025;

• Outstanding leadership ability:

• Highly Effective Instructional Leadership: implementing district initiatives building a school vision establishing a shared leadership model leading an inclusive and culturally competent learning community with a focus on continual school improvement using data and monitoring curriculum and instruction.
• School Climate: creating a positive culture establishing high expectations adhering to a practice of respect.
• Human Resource Administration:hiring quality teachers and other staff inducting and supporting current staff providing meaningful opportunities for growth retaining quality staff and effectively evaluating teacher performance.
• Organization Management: safety daily operations facilities maintenance and securing and using resources to increase student achievement.
• Communication and Community Relations: effective communicator with all stakeholder groups willingness to partner with agencies and community partners.
• Professionalism: adheres to ethical standards serves as a role model models lifelong learning embraces change strong collaborator with district and building staff.
• Knowledge and experience implementing:

• Culturally Responsive Teaching and Equity:Applying an equity lens to instructional practices and school policies with a deep understanding of culturally responsive teaching principles.
• Restorative Practices:Experience implementing restorative practices to foster positive school climate and student behavior.
• MultiTiered Systems of Support (MTSS:Knowledge of and experience with implementing MTSS frameworks including Response to Intervention (RTI) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• StandardsBased Instruction:Understanding of and experience aligning instruction with current Oregon state standards and assessments including the Oregon Statewide Assessment System (OSAS).

• Inclusive Practices:Expertise in effective instructional strategies for all learners including English Learners and students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Technology Integration:Proficiency in using technology including AItools and resources as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
• Data Analysis and Collaboration:Experience using data to inform instruction and collaborating with data teams to improve student outcomes

Salary:Salary and benefits based onAdministrator agreement

Range $154100 $177739; 260 day contract

Application Process:

Please submit:

1. Complete the online TalentEd Recruit & Hire Application

12/hire/10077

1. Include the following documents in your TalentEd Recruit & Hire application:

• Personal letter of application stating why you are interested in this position
• Current resume
• Statement of your philosophy about student achievement 1 page)
• Statement outlining the most innovative initiative or program you have created(1 page)
• Three 3 letters of recommendation

1. If selected candidates will complete an intensive interview process including: on demand activities writing activities and evaluation activities.

All application materials must be completed in full.

TalentEd Recruit & Hire application open until April 4 2025 4:00pm.

Ron Russell Middle School Principal 2025 Suggested Timeline:

Dates are subject to change

• March 21st Position Posts
• April 4th Position Closes
• Week of April 14th Interviews Round #1
• Week of April 21st Interviews Round #2 Potential Site Visit
• Week of April 28th Final interview with Superintendents Office
• Week of April 28th or May 5th Principal Named
• July 1st Principal Begins Duties

David Douglas School District is

An Equal Opportunity Employer