Walnut Valley Unified School District

Middle School Principal

Closing Date: March 30, 2021

Salary range $117,168 - $148,068 (8 Steps) Additional 2% stipend for a doctorate. A generous benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. These benefits can be valued at $24,876.

Apply online at www.edjoin.org

880 South Lemon Ave Walnut CA 91789
For more information call 909-595-1261 Ext., 31359

DEFINITION

Under direction of the superintendent or designee, serves as the education leader and chief administrator; oversees all operations of the school; ensures and coordinates all aspects of an effective instructional program that meets the needs of all learners; ensures and promotes a safe learning environment, ensures a positive school culture; plans, implements, and directs the operational procedures and processes of the site; plans, develops, and implements procedures for evaluating staff and programs; plans, develop, and conducts staff development and staff training programs and activities; plans, coordinates and ensures positive parent and community involvement; and performs related functions as directed.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the instructional leader, collaborating with staff to plan, design, and implement curriculum and instruction that meets the needs of each student; Ensure culturally relevant and responsive instruction
• Assess educational and program offerings, and develop short term, mid-term, and long-range planning strategies for maintaining an optimal educational program
• Ensure a culture that promotes effective teacher-driven collaboration focused on student learning,  the use of data to drive instruction, teacher dialogue and shared practices/learning to improve classroom instruction, and student results
• Supervise and ensure effective implementation of school counseling and guidance, attendance, special education, and other programs designed to ensure high levels of student learning
• Implement and stay current with effective use of technology to enhance instruction and improve administrative and management functions
• Observe, support, supervise, and evaluate the performance of certificated and classified staff
• Create a positive, supportive and  inclusive school culture of excellence that promotes teamwork and collaboration among teachers, staff, students and families
• Maintain high visibility and physical presence in classrooms and throughout the campus
• Ensure a proactive and progressive student discipline system that encourages positive behavior and provides opportunities for learning and remediation of behavior
• Ensure high-quality implementation of schoolwide social-emotional learning strategies and programs
• Design a master calendar of programs and activities that reflects the priorities of the school community and aligns with District and site goals and objectives
• Plan, develop and implement budget planning and expenditure control procedures
• Manage a comprehensive physical facility, identifying needs and recommending additions, modifications, and services

• Demonstrate cultural competence and responsiveness in interactions, decision-making, communication, and processes; ensure 
• Establish and maintain procedures for the resolution of conflict in an effort to maintain a high level of staff morale
• Engage in continuous learning through professional reflection, professional development opportunities, and active collaboration with colleagues 
• Communicate effectively with parents and encourage parent involvement
• Facilitate collaborative partnerships with outside agencies, businesses, and stakeholders
• Plan, develop, organize, and conduct staff development 
• May be responsible for the management, monitoring, auditing, and evaluating of specially funded programs
• Plan, develop, and provide, as required, management reports pertaining to the educational climate and the functions and activities of the school facility

JOB REQUIREMENTS – QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Ability and/or Skills Required:

Knowledge of:

• Best and current practices in middle school curriculum and instruction
• Effective curriculum development strategies, instructional delivery systems, assessment, professional development, and program evaluation processes
• Principles, techniques, strategies, goals, and objectives of public education at the elementary and secondary level
• Implementation of highly-effective, results-based Professional Learning Communities
• Equity, access, and inclusion practices as it relates to students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders
• Use and application of technology and innovation, particularly in classroom instruction
• Current legal mandates, policies, regulations, and operational procedures pertaining to student instruction and discipline
• Employee contracts
• Procedures, methods, and trends of organization and management of an intermediate level school
• Evaluation techniques for determining program activity and personnel effectiveness
• Human relations and conflict resolution strategies and team-building principles and techniques. 

Ability to:

• Manage, lead, and direct the functions and activities of a middle school
• Collaborate with faculty/staff in the improvement of instruction and curriculum, as well as in the decision making/goal setting processes
• Demonstrate strong and effective organization and leadership skills
• Lead and implement instructional change
• Systematically analyze problems, determine alternative problem solutions, and make appropriate, timely, and effective decisions
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Engage regularly in collaboration and shared decision-making processes
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills while ensuring high levels of accountability for self and staff
• Successfully defuse difficult situations and navigate conflict through conflict mediation and other strategies while using tact, diplomacy, and good judgment
• Meet demanding timelines and schedules
• Analyze organizational problems, develop alternative solutions, and recommend and make sound and timely decisions
• Create a positive school climate and culture of trust, which facilitates student achievement, high employee morale, and parent/community confidence
• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively in oral and written form
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal accountability controls
• Establish and maintain effective organizational, public, and community relationships
• Continually reflect and seek feedback to improve practice and performance

 Experience:

Five years of successful teaching experience;  two years of teaching experience at the middle school preferred

Education:

Equivalent to the completion of a Master of Arts or higher degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, instructional technology, or a closely related field

Certification Requirement:

Possession of a valid California Administrative Credential