3.2026 Administrative Middle School Assistant Principal

Kearney Public Schools isaccepting applications for the position of Assistant Principal at Horizon Middle Schoolstarting the2026-2027 school year. This position has a 215 day contract. Candidates must hold a valid Administrators Certificate. Demonstrated successful administrative leadership is preferred. Position is openuntil filled.

QUALIFICATIONS: The administrator will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Nebraska accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of the Kearney Public Schools all administrators shall meet the following employment criteria:

1. Masters Degree in Education is required. Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a7-12 Principal endorsement.
2. Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting preferred.
3. Knowledge of curriculum development technology supervision of staff staff evaluation discipline policies school laws management of staff and students planning and community relations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include but are not limited to)

1. Provides direction for staff and students.
2. Provides leadership by implementing and supervising an effective instructional program.
3. Establishes building goals and objectives curriculum development staff in-service and annual budget.
4. Supervises the development of the master schedule; conducts staff evaluations.
5. Monitors and makes recommendations to B&G for improvement and up-keep of facilities and grounds.
6. Projects future educational needs and expectations.
7. Establishes and maintains effective oral and written communication.
8. Plans and provides for personal needs of students and staff.
9. Serves on school-based community-based and district-wide committees.
10. Implements building goals and objectives district policies staff selection training and evaluation.
11. Modifies instruction to meet student needs with assistance from appropriate directors and supervisors.
12. Conducts marketing of education programs.
13. Counsels staff students and parents.
14. Provides appropriate and safe environment for learning.
15. Serves as a positive school representative when working with the media.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Never Occasional Frequent Constant

0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%

1. Standing X
2. Walking X
3. Sitting X
4. Bending/Stooping X
5. Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X
6. Climbing X
7. Driving X
8. Physical Tasks
9. Lifting 50 lbs. Max X
10. Carrying 200 Ft.
11. Manual Dexterity Tasks: Sedentary Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy

Specifically: Writing computer carrying equipment tables & chairs etc.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual Sensory)

-Excellent oral and written communication skills.

-Demonstrates stress management and interpersonal skills

-Demonstrates leadership and works well on various teams.

-Works well with children and adults.

WORKING CONDITIONS:: Heated/air conditioned offices & buildings; all weather conditions.

You may attach your Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation.

This position is subject to a veterans preference.

Or you may have your Credential file sent to Kearney Public Schools Human Resource office at 320 W 24th St Kearney NE 68845 or emailed to We will scan and attached them to your application file.

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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race color religion national or ethnic origin sex age veteran status marital status disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition genetic information sexual orientation or gender identity or other protected conditions in its educational programs activities or employment policies as required by Title VI and Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments Section 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Nebraska Equal Education Opportunity Act.

Any person who believes she or he has been discriminated against denied a benefit or been excluded from participation in any district education program or activity on the basis of race color religion national or ethnic origin sex age veteran status marital status disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition genetic information or other protected conditions may grieve such matters using the adopted grievance procedures of the Kearney Public School District. Such procedure shall provide for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging acts of discrimination.

Inquiries regarding compliance with required state and federal non-discrimination law may be directed to the Director of Human Resources 320 W 24th St Kearney NE 68845. .

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Required Experience:

Junior IC