Interim Muldown Assistant Principal (part-time)

Muldown Elementary School; Whitefish (MT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Muldown Elementary School in Whitefish, MT is seeking an Interim Assistant Principal (part-time) to support the Principal in administration and instructional leadership. The role focuses on improving student achievement through data-driven practice and MTSS collaboration.

The ideal candidate holds a Montana K-12 Principal endorsement, a relevant master’s degree, and a track record of leadership in elementary settings. This is a part-time position within Whitefish School District 44.

Qualifications

• Valid Montana teaching license with a K-12 Principal endorsement.
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Ability to relate to and work with children and adults.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing and evaluating instructional programs to ensure student success.
• Assist the principal as an instructional leader in the building.
• Analyze student performance data to improve curriculum and staff development.
• Actively participate as a MTSS team member.

Skills

Leadership

MTSS knowledge

PLC experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Educational Leadership

Montana K-12 Principal endorsement

Montana teaching license

Job description

Interim Muldown Assistant Principal (part-time)

WHITEFISH SCHOOL DISTRICT 44 Muldown Elementary School - Whitefish, Montana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in WHITEFISH SCHOOL DISTRICT 44

Job Details

Job ID: 5935020

Application Deadline: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WHITEFISH SCHOOL DISTRICT

POSITION DESCRIPTION

AREA : Interim Assistant Principal (part-time)

LOCATION: Muldown Elementary School

REPORTS TO : Building Principal

The Whitefish School District seeks educators with a track record of raising student achievement to join a team dedicated to providing a deeper learning instructional program to all students. At Whitefish Public Schools, educators are leaders who play an integral role in ensuring student success through the support of our school culture, the development and instruction of a rigorous curriculum, and the use of data to drive daily practice. The District expects that each staff member will put the safety, health, and well‑being of students at the forefront of all actions, job responsibilities, and decisions; and perform all duties in alignment with the District’s Strategic Plan.

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT:

The Interim Assistant Principal assists the Principal in the smooth, efficient, and effective administration of Muldown Elementary School. The Assistant Principal provides administrative and instructional leadership that enables elementary students to develop a love of learning and fulfill their potential for intellectual, social‑emotional, and physical growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Montana teaching license with a K-12 Principal endorsement
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or a related field
• Demonstrated understanding of child and adolescent development
• Ability to relate to and work with children and adults
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents/family members, teachers, support staff, supervisors, and the general public
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from students, parents/families, staff and the community
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years successful elementary school leadership experience
• Experience as an elementary school classroom teacher and/or administrator
• Knowledge and experience with Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

Instructional Leadership & Student Achievement

• Assist in developing, implementing and evaluating instructional programs and activities to ensure the success of all learners
• Assist the principal as an instructional leader in the building
• Analyze student performance data as a basis for curriculum improvement and staff development
• Actively participate as a team member in MTSS

School Operations & Safety

• Supervise daily opening and dismissal routines, student safety plans, auxiliary duties (recess, cafeteria, busing), and assuming full administrative responsibility for the building in the absence of the principal.
• Supervise the implementation of the student handbook to ensure student awareness of the school’s policies and procedures
• In collaboration with the building principal, supervise extracurricular events and activities

School Climate & Culture

• Work with the building principal and staff members to create a climate that is conducive to student learning—emphasizing mutual respect, student engagement and safety, and building staff morale

Student Behavior, Discipline & Attendance

• Assist the principal in the resolution of discipline problems and maintain records of any action taken to ensure that the discipline policy is administered in a fair and just manner and that an optimum learning environment is maintained. Understand and apply due process in a manner that respects children's and adult's dignity
• Use positive behavior intervention techniques for responding to student behaviors as well as restorative practices
• Oversee attendance monitoring systems, identifying poor attendance or tardiness patterns, and coordinating guidance referrals or remedial plans

Communication & Collaboration

• Counsel with students, parents and staff to resolve problems and concerns
• Actively participate as a team member during meetings with faculty, staff and administration in reaching educational goals
• Work collaboratively with all schools in WSD for consistent K-12 transitions
• Coordinate and collaborate with the building principal on all academic, behavioral, and extracurricular programs and activities

Staff Supervision & Evaluation

• Assist the principal in the supervision and evaluation of staff members as assigned

General & Administrative Responsibilities

• Know and follow all administrative procedures and board policies
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned

EQUIPMENT USED

A variety of electronic and technology devices, copier, fax, telephone/voice mail.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The employee frequently will work irregular or extended hours while performing the duties of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.

MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are infrequently available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee frequently is involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations shall be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary, benefits and other working conditions as assigned by administration.

EVALUATION:

Performance of said duties will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Updated 9/2026

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sara Krumm , HR Director
• Whitefish School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]