LMHS Principal

Western Wayne Schools; Cambridge City (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Wayne Schools in Cambridge City, IN is seeking a LMHS Principal for Lincoln Middle/High School. The leader will drive instructional excellence, cultivate a positive school culture, and align daily operations with district priorities.

The role demands strong communication, data use, and collaborative work with staff, families, and community partners. Ideal candidates will hold an Indiana Administrative License with secondary leadership experience, demonstrate success in scheduling and

Qualifications

• Requires Indiana Administrative License and successful secondary-level teaching background.
• Demonstrated leadership with focus on student achievement and staff development.
• Experience with school improvement initiatives and data-driven planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development aligning with district priorities and graduation paths.
• Use student data to drive instructional improvement and accountability.
• Supervise building staff and manage resources within budget.
• Oversee master schedule, staffing, and compliance with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Curriculum planning

Staff development

Education

Indiana Administrative License

Master's degree in Educational Leadership

Tools

Master scheduling

CTE Pathways design

IHSAA governance

Job description

LMHS Principal

Location: Lincoln Middle/High School

Address: 205 E. Parkway Drive, Cambridge City, IN 47327

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

Western Wayne Schools is seeking a highly motivated, student-centered educational leader to serve as Principal of Lincoln Middle School/High School. This is a unique opportunity to lead a thriving school community known for its family atmosphere, high expectations, and an impressive range of academic and extracurricular opportunities. The selected candidate will champion academic excellence, cultivate a positive and inclusive school culture, and ensure effective day-to-day leadership of the building, all aligned with the district’s strategic priorities of academic excellence, innovation, and a strong school culture.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Indiana Administrative License.
• Demonstrated successful secondary-level teaching experience.
• Evidence of strong leadership ability with a clear focus on student achievement and staff development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a secondary-level principal or assistant principal.
• Demonstrated success in master scheduling and secondary program design.
• Experience with IHSAA governance and secondary extracurricular and athletic programming.
• Familiarity with Workbased Learning, CTE Pathways, dual-credit, or Advanced Placement program administration.
• Demonstrated success leading school improvement initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

• Serve as the building’s instructional leader and lead learner, guiding the development and implementation of a curriculum that meets students’ varying abilities, interests, and vocational goals, including Workbase Learning and CTE pathways.
• Utilize student performance data and research-based practices to inform instructional decisions and drive continuous school improvement.
• Observe, evaluate, counsel, and motivate staff to foster a culture of professional excellence and high performance.
• Authorize staff requests for instructional materials and equipment within the approved budget.
• Participate in the development and implementation of district-wide policies, programs, and strategic priorities.
• Recommend improvements that strengthen the quality and relevance of middle school and high school programs.
• Support ongoing personal and professional growth through participation in conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the WWS mission and strategic plan and supports district initiatives via a clear vision for rigorous and impactful teaching & learning.
• Partners with the school community to promote student learning: Understands the greater community and works to establish a genuine partnership model between home and school.
• Consistently demonstrates high moral, ethical, and professional standards of performance and personal integrity, which includes addressing problems and issues in an open, honest, and timely manner.
• Assists in creating a school culture that promotes the ongoing improvement of learning and teaching for students and staff.
• Assists in leading the development, implementation and evaluation of a data-driven plan for increasing student achievement, including the use of multiple student data elements.
• Assists instructional staff with alignment of a guaranteed and viable curriculum and common assessments in conjunction with state and local district prioritized learning goals.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students.
• Assists with establishing and implementing school rules, expectations, and procedures to provide an environment conducive to learning.
• Manages both staff and fiscal resources to support student achievement and legal responsibilities.
• Supervises extracurricular activities before & after school, as well as on the weekends.
• Monitors, assists, and evaluates effective and equitable instruction and assessment practices, ensuring alignment with the School Improvement Plan.
• Evaluates Teachers and Staff.
• Leads the High Ability/Honors Team to oversee the data collection to identify students for high ability course placement.
• Provides coaching to a variety of faculty, staff, and student programs and services.
• Participates in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations.
• Actively leads and/or participates in district meetings/committees, workshops, school academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities.
• Circulates and is highly visible in the school's common spaces during school hours, overseeing students.
• Professionally engages and confers with parents and colleagues, creating healthy relationships with students and faculty to address student academic and behavioral needs and create a quality learning environment.
• Follows the board policies and stays abreast of updates/changes.
• Follows all expectations established in the WWS Evaluation Plan, WWS Teacher Agreement, and employee handbook.
• Adheres to SBOA regulations and WWS and board policies LMHS ECA Treasurer and WWS business office staff.
• Manages student 504 compliance and administration
• Oversees student attendance documentation and manages chronic absenteeism
• Attends Home Events
• Performs other duties as assigned.

School Culture and Community Engagement

• Establish and enforce clear, consistent expectations for student behavior in a manner that is equitable, restorative, and reflective of the school’s family-centered culture.
• Lead programs and activities that foster meaningful relationships among students, staff, and families, and that support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of all students.
• Provide oversight and enthusiastic support for a robust extracurricular program, including athletics (and compliance with IHSAA rules and regulations), FFA, performing arts, and other student activities.
• Actively participate in and encourage staff involvement in community events, including recreation, social, and athletic functions.
• Champion transparent and effective communication with students, families, staff, and the broader community.
• Partner with community organizations and agencies on issues related to student welfare and school-community relationships.
• Recognize the achievements of students and staff to foster a sense of pride and community within the school.

Operational and Organizational Management

• Directly supervise the Assistant Principal and all certified and non-certified building personnel.
• Project staffing needs and leads the full cycle of recruitment, retention, evaluation, reassignment, and, when necessary, promotion or termination of staff.
• Develop and maintain the master schedule, overseeing student registration, scheduling, and records management.
• Maintain a fiscal accounting system for the building that is consistent with district procedures and ensures responsible stewardship of resources.
• Oversee daily operations, including safety protocols, facilities management, inventory of equipment and supplies, and accurate maintenance of all records and reports.
• Collaborate with district leadership on resource allocation, strategic planning, and continuous school improvement.
• Provide assistance in evaluating the condition of the building, grounds, and equipment, and coordinate with district facilities staff as needed.