School Principal jobs in Kennewick, WA

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

The Elementary School Principal serves as the instructional and cultural leader of the school. This individual is responsible for carrying out the district’s mission at the school level, partnering with families and community to ensure a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Established success as an educational leader, either as a principal, assistant principal, dean of students, or similar formal supervisory capacity that clearly demonstrates the candidate’s ability to successfully lead a school community.
• Proven track record as an administrator or educational leader that demonstrates unwavering commitment to ensure all students learn at high levels.
• Experience with and passionate support for a learning community culture centered around collaboration and collective efficacy.
• Understands the importance of supporting the social/emotional needs of students and the critical role it plays in their success.
• Is a lead-learner with a deep knowledge of high-quality instructional strategies and thirst to continue learning.

Desired Qualifications

• Desires to make a difference in the community in which they work by becoming actively engaged and involved.
• Demonstrates a deep commitment to personal professional growth.
• Seeks to work in a district that values diversity, equity, and collaboration.
• Looks forward to establishing strong working relationships with fellow principals and district leadership.
• Has a proven commitment towards the development of a positive, student-centered school culture.
• Prior successful experience working with students and families from diverse socio-economic levels.
• A successful track record of working effectively with all parents and stakeholders.

Certification

• Valid Washington State Certificate with Principal Endorsement

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge/awareness of their own cultural identity and how this influences behavior; desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the district.
• Advocate for equity, inclusion and professional practices that ensure all students achieve at high levels.
• Knowledge of SEL practices and approaches.
• Possess a passion for teaching and learning, and a depth of knowledge of curriculum including the core subject areas of reading, math, science, and writing.
• Ability to create a safe, orderly, positive school climate for students and staff.
• Ability to foster growth, creativity, and flexibility using a variety of techniques.
• Demonstrated successful experience in shared decision making, program development, staff supervision and evaluation.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public schools, including school reform legislation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

WALLA WALLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS VISION-MISSION-BELIEFS

Vision

Developing Washington’s most sought-after graduates

Mission

In partnership with families and community, Walla Walla Public Schools ensures a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.

Belief Statement

We believe,

• diversity is a strength
• in challenging and supporting all students
• that quality instruction is critical to student success
• in elevating student voice and agency
• in investing in staff to ensure excellence
• in maximizing the impact of our resources
• in collaborative and transparent operation
• in the importance of family and community

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Superintendent or Designee

PAY LEVEL

260-day contract; Negotiated Salary Range of $130,934.00 - $152,184.00, Retirement, SEBB Benefits, 20 Vacation Days, 13 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave.

CONDITIONS

The preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Posting closes April 29, 2024.

Submit online application to include:

• Letter of application detailing the candidate’s ability to successfully address the required qualifications.
• Resume
• 3 letters of recommendation

The Walla Walla School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Walla Walla School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact (509) 527-3000. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Title IX Coordinator Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Dr. Mindy Meyer, Director of HR Michelle Carpenter, Director of Strategic Initiatives

364 S. Park Street 364 S. Park Street

Walla Walla, WA 99362 Walla Walla, WA 99362

(509) 527-3000 (509) 527-3000

mmeyer@wwps.org mcarpenter@wwps.org