Principal Dakota Hills Middle School

Independent School District 196

Job Location:

Rosemount, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Administration

Job Summary

Position Type:
Administration/Principal - Secondary

Date Posted:
3/30/2026

Location:
Dakota Hills Middle School

Closing Date:
04/20/2026

Description:
1.0 FTE Principal

Effective Date of Employment:

July 1 2026

Application Deadline:Persons wishing to be considered should submit the followingno later 4:00 p.m. April 20 2026.

A completed District 196 online application form; anEXTERNALapplicant.
A letter of application and resume detailing work history and qualifications for the position and
Three letters of recommendation.

Application Procedures:
All candidates apply onlineat an an Externalapplicant

The Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District is seeking outstanding candidates to apply for the position of Principal for Dakota Hills Middle School.

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission ofEducating developing and inspiring our students for lifelong success.Our core values are student-centered based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity engagement and belonging for all students and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy) and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice serving more than 29000 students and 160000 residents in the cities of Rosemount Apple Valley Eagan Burnsville Coates Empire Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County with more than 4000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes list of Americas Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.

District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-2.2 The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Dakota Hills Middle School is a school of approximately 1265 students. It ispart of the award-winning Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools which provides boundless opportunities and infinite possibilities for students to learn and grow. Dakota Hillsmission is to help students develop the knowledge understanding and skills to enable them to be successful and productive members of a diverse global society. Rosemount offers students a variety of academic courses that are engaging and challenging. High academic standards and an inquiry-based curriculum provide a learning environment where all students can be successful. Rosemount also offers a variety of co-curricular activities enrichments and exploratory programs. Dakota Hillsstudents and teams have won numerous awards at district regional and state competitions. The staff is committed to providing a nurturing environment that focuses on positive relationships collaboration and achievement as well as partnering with families and the community. There are numerous volunteer opportunities available for parents and guardians.

Responsibilities
The principal reports to the Director of Secondary Education and is responsible for the following: overall direction and administration of Dakota Hills Middle School facilities resources curricular and co-curricular programs including selection supervision development and evaluation of licensed and support staff; curriculum; budgets and capital expenditures; building policies and procedures; schedules; public relations; and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

Required Qualifications

MN K-12 administrative license
Ability to build strong relationships with students families staff and community
Must be an instructional leader knowledgeable in best practices for learning and instruction
Demonstrates an understanding of their own identity and intercultural competence
Leads with an equity lens to close learning and opportunity gaps and address disproportionality
Demonstrates ability to lead change have courageous conversations resolve conflicts and a commitment to implementing data-informed decisions
Commitment to developing an equitable culture systems and practices
Reflective receptive to feedback
Shows effective skills in staff motivation supervision curriculum development and site management
Possesses excellent public relations communication interpersonal and problem-solving skills
A compassionate leader with integrity
Ability to plan and organize work effectively and plan and supervise the work of others
Ability to lead school construction projects

Desired Qualifications

Leadership experience in the field of education especially at the middle school level
5 years teaching experience preferably at the middle school level
Proven successful experiences leading in a setting comprised of a diverse student population
Strong collaborator and communicator who demonstrates effective communication with diverse student teacher parent and community populations
A proven commitment to community service and the ability to develop community partnerships
Proven experience in providing meaningful recognition and support to staff and students

Responsible To:

Director of Secondary Education

Compensation / Benefits:
Salary in the range of $157290 - $168611 (260 days/year) based on 2025/26 salaries depending upon qualifications plus an excellent benefits program.

If benefit eligible benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance dental insurance life insurance long term disability insurance sick-leave state pension plan tax-deferred retirement savings account and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available atEmployee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196

Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities including vocational opportunities on the basis of sex race religion color creed national origin marital status familial status* disability status with regard to public assistance sexual orientation gender identity membership or activity in a local human rights commission* age or genetic information.* District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources Joel Milteer ï½ ) is thedesignated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the districts non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education Jeremy Sorenson ï½ ) and the Director of Secondary Education Eric Hansen ï½ ) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the districts non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education Janet Fimmen ï½ ) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors isrd Street W Rosemount MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

*Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

Position Type:Administration/Principal - SecondaryDate Posted:3/30/2026Location:Dakota Hills Middle School Closing Date: 04/20/2026Description:1.0 FTE PrincipalEffective Date of Employment:July 1 2026Application Deadline:Persons wishing to be considered should submit the followingno later 4:00 p.m. ...