Principal, High School Secondary 9-12

Tri-City United Public Schools ISD #2905

District Mission: The TCU community will ensure ALL MEANS ALL

Our Vision: All students staff families and community are united and committed to personalized growth

POSITION: HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL - Grades 9-12

Tri-City United Public Schools seeks a dedicated student-centered leader to serve as the 9ï½12 High School Principal. Under the direction of the Superintendent the Principal provides leadership for the instructional program oversees curriculum implementation and continuous improvement and manages all operational functions of the high school. The Principal is a visible active presence in classrooms hallways activities and community events supervises and supports staff and leads a safe inclusive high-performing learning environment aligned with district goals and community values.

Why Tri-City United Schools

Tri-City United is a rural district serving three close-knit communities with a strong sense of Titan pride and tradition. The district is focused on high-quality instruction student opportunity and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high school with strong programs committed staff and growing partnerships in career and technical education workforce development and college readiness. TCU values collaboration transparency and leadership that builds trust while moving the school forward.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the instructional program to ensure high-quality teaching learning and student achievement.
• Maintain a consistent visible presence throughout the school day and at school activities to support students and staff.
• Provide direct supervision and support for the assistant principal including active involvement in coaching feedback and the assistant principal evaluation process.
• Supervise evaluate and support licensed and classified staff in accordance with state law and district policy.
• Foster a safe inclusive and respectful school climate grounded in PBIS and proactive student support.
• Oversee curriculum implementation assessment and data-informed school improvement efforts.
• Manage daily operations safety scheduling student services and school activities.
• Develop and manage the building budget aligned to instructional priorities.
• Build strong trusting relationships with students families staff and the community.
• Communicate clearly consistently and professionally with all stakeholders.
• Implement district policies state statutes and graduation requirements.
• Serve as a member of the district leadership team and perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Qualifications To Meet The Minnesota State Requirements (Minn. R. 3512.0100)

• Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for a valid Minnesota K-12 Principal License
• Education: A Masters degree plus graduate semester credits to meet licensure requirements
• Experience: At least three years of successful classroom teaching experience. A minimum of five years of successful experience in administration as a building principal is preferred.
• Core Competencies: Demonstrated mastery in organizational management community relations and ethical leadership

Desired Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of secondary teaching and learning curriculum and assessment
• Experience with PLCs MnMTSS AVID and data-driven decision making
• Knowledge of Minnesota school law special education law and due process
• Ability to lead staff development coaching and performance evaluation
• Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
• Commitment to equity student growth and continuous improvement
• Proficient use of technology to support instruction and school operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the physical duties of a school-based leadership role with reasonable accommodations as needed.

STARTING DATE:July 1 2026

REPORTS TO:Superintendent

LOCATION:Tri-City United High School
700 4th St N Montgomery MN 56069

DATE OFPOSTING:January 14 2026

SALARY:$121000 pending 2026-2028 Contract Negotiations

BENEFITS: Health Insurance Life/LTD Insurance TRA retirement & paid time off

TO APPLY:Interested candidates should submit the following through the Tri-City United Schools online application portal at or via thisLINK.

1. Cover Letter
2. Professional Resume
3. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
4. Copy of current PELSB MN Principal License

QUESTIONS:Kevin Babcock Superintendent

DEADLINE TO APPLY:FEBRUARY 13 2026