Junior High School Principal

Hopi Junior Senior High School; Polacca (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopi Junior Senior High School is seeking a capable Principal to lead the 7–8th grade instructional program within the District Administration. The role reports to the School Superintendent and focuses on high expectations, community partnership, and adherence to accrediting standards.

The candidate should have strong instructional leadership, experience in secondary education, and a commitment to serving diverse Hopi students.

Qualifications

• Experience leading grades 7–12 or equivalent
• Background in educational leadership and reform
• Ability to supervise, evaluate, and develop staff

Responsibilities

• Oversees Junior High (7/8th grade) instructional program and related services.
• Develops and monitors student progress using performance-based methods.
• Ensures compliance with accrediting agency standards and school policies.
• Conducts staff meetings and facilitates collaborative planning.
• Maintains student records and upholds student rights and responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Arizona Principal Certificate

Master's degree

Job description

Junior High School Principal

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957508

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 12, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Junior High Principal

REPORTS TO: School Superintendent

DEPARTMENT: District Administration

CATEGORY: Certified

CONTRACT TERM: Twelve Months (12)

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY: Hopi Junior Senior High School is seeking ideal candidates will have exemplary track records in their own schools and the personal leadership skills required to establish a culture of high expectations and guide staff and students to similar success. We seek outstanding current and former educators who demonstrate: The drive and dedication to transform an underperforming public school or innovate high performing schools, a firm belief that effective leadership practices have a direct impact on academic performance, instructional expertise in a 7-12 th grade classroom, and a commitment to making a real difference in the lives of students from diverse communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Oversees the Junior High (7/8th grade) Instructional program, including supplementary educational programs and services which are appropriate in meeting the academic, cultural, emotional, social, physical, creative and other holistic needs of 7/8th grade students.
• Develops and monitors student progress utilizing performance-based, "authentic" and appropriate methods and processes to evaluate 7/8th student learning and development.
• Monitors the development of leaning activities to ensure that these activities complement established Student Outcomes for appropriate age, grade-level, and developmental abilities.
• Establishes and implements an effective methods and process for the conduct of frequent informal and formal classroom observations to assist teachers in continually developing their abilities to plan, implement, and facilitate learning activities for 7/8th grade students.
• Conducts 7/8th grade instructional and other staff meetings to ensure participatory planning, development, problem-solving, decision-making, and other school improvement activities that include curriculum, assessment, student input into planning and decision-making, extra-curricular activity options and resources, educational trend and research discussions, effective practices reviews, staff performance expectations and needs, and other participative activities.
• Monitors the development and maintenance of student records that include: attendance, academic and other achievement, evaluation, enrollment, CDIB-this may need to be written out, and other appropriate and required student records.
• Ensures 7/8th grade educational/ learning program in compliance with accrediting agency standards and requirements of the HJSHS.
• Ensures proper and equitable administration of and provide direct oversight and implementation of student rights and responsibilities, and expectations as incorporated into the student handbook.
• Establishes and implements activities designed to ensure that parents of children enrolled in the school have the opportunity to become involved as true partners in the education of their children, and the design of programs, policies, procedures, and activities of the HJSHS 7/8th grade program.
• Develops and monitors the implementation of processes designed to consistently provide students with opportunities to be involved in decision-making on matters regarding students, programs, policies, procedures, activities, and other aspects of school operation, implementation, and evaluation.
• Functions as a resource in the identification and acquisition of learning equipment, materials, supplies, programs, and other resources needed to continually improve the Junior High learning program of the Hopi Junior/Senior High School.
• Ensures certified financial accounting and reporting policies and procedures.
• Ensures that Junior High students have access to a coordinated and balanced extracurricular program of activities that include psychomotor, creative, cultural, academic, and other development of students.
• Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Hopi Junior/ Senior High School Governing Board Policies and Procedures.
• Manage conflict constructively at all levels.
• Ensure a safe, secure and orderly environment for all.
• Enforces disciplinary policies and procedures with students.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of general school site rules and policy.
• Knowledge of Governing Board rules of conduct and policy.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess an Arizona State Principal Certificate or ability to obtain appropriate endorsement to serve in this capacity required-within 3-6 months of hire.
• Previous successful experience in serving as a Secondary Principal in a Tribal Grant School or other Tribally-Controlled School preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and competency required in areas of personnel supervision and evaluation; educational assessment; educational planning; skills; effective teaching and learning styles; educational research; leadership development; educational transformation and restructuring; and other appropriate areas of competency.

PREFERRED QUAILIFICATIONS:

• Hopi/Indian Preference in employment considered.
• Valid State Driver Licenses.
• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card.

INDIAN PREFERENCE POLICY: Hopi/Indian preference in employment will be practiced, in accordance to the Hopi Tribe, "any person who is presently an enrolled member of the Hopi Tribe." Shall mean that in selection process Indian candidates who meet or surpass qualifications for a position shall be given preference for positions established by the Governing Board.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Within the scope of Indian preference, all candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or other non-merit factors.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION LANGUAGE: This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify this agency. The decision in granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by‑case basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes to walk and sit. Occasionally the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs., such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work of students.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Dakota Francis
• Hopi Junior/Senior High School PO Box 337
• Keams Canyon, Arizona 86034
• Email: [e-mail]

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