Middle School Principal

Shenendehowa Central School District; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

11-month term

Summer days

Job summary

Shenendehowa Central School District in Clifton Park, NY, seeks a Middle School Principal for Gowana Middle School, a 1.0 FTE probationary, tenure-track position. Start date Feb 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will hold NYS SBL/SDA with SAS, an advanced degree, and at least three years as a building principal. The district offers an 11-month contract with 21 summer days, salary minimum $90,000, health insurance and leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS SBL or SDA and SAS certification required.
• Advanced degree preferred; minimum Master’s in education administration.
• Minimum three years’ experience as a building principal preferred; other admin experience considered.
• Extensive knowledge of school administration, instructional leadership, management, and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional program development aligned with district goals.
• Collaborate with middle school leaders to implement curriculum and priorities.
• Provide high-quality professional development for staff.
• Foster professional learning communities and innovative pedagogy.
• Direct, supervise and evaluate staff and manage resources.
• Build positive public relations with parents and community.

Skills

Educational leadership

Instructional leadership

Staff supervision

Community relations

Education

SBL/SDA certification

Master’s in education administration

Job description

Anticipated Vacancy

Middle School Principal
Gowana Middle School
1.0 FTE probationary, tenure-track position

Shenendehowa Central School District has an anticipated vacancy and is now accepting applications. The District is seeking culturally proficient individuals who actively foster an engaging environment where students can develop confidence in their own success consistent with the Profile of a Shenendehowa Employee.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State School Building Leader (SBL) OR School District Administrator (SDA) AND School Administrator/Supervisor (SAS) certification required
• Advanced degree preferred; minimum requirement is a Master’s degree with substantial coursework in education administration
• Minimum three years' experience as a building principal preferred; other administrative experience at the district and/or building level will be considered as deemed appropriate to the responsibilities of this position
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and current trends of school administration, instructional leadership, management, and supervision

Term

11 months, plus summer days per Shenendehowa Administrators’ Association collective bargaining agreement

Benefits & Salary

• Minimally $90,000 per year, otherwise commensurate with experience
• Shenendehowa Administrators’ Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
• 11-month position (21 summer days)
• Health Insurance and Leave Benefits

Reports to

Superintendent of Schools. Also observed by the Deputy Superintendent of Schools.

Supervises

Faculty and Staff

Job Goal

Serve as the building leader, articulating a clear vision of teaching and learning, inculcating the commitment to provide engaging and interactive pedagogical practices and a progressive continuum of opportunities for students, inclusive of instructional and extracurricular programs. Provide a comprehensive 6-8 program of study to ensure that all students meet and exceed the New York State Standards. Work directly with the Superintendent, members of the District Leadership and Support Team (DLST), academic administrators and building leadership to support the effective and efficient provision of program and services across all aspects of the middle school that are aligned with the Profile of a Shenendehowa middle school student and the District’s values and beliefs. Responsible for the leading, planning, assessment, accountability, reporting, and evaluation of activities and student supports focused on the development of globally competent and competitive students.

Location

Gowana Middle School

Application Deadline

November 21, 2026

Anticipated Interview Dates

November 30, 2026 - Screening
December 7, 2026 - Stakeholder
December 14, 2026 - Final Round

Anticipated Start

Feb 1, 2027

Shenendehowa CentralSchool District is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Shenendehowa Central School district does not discriminate in its programs and activities, including employment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, veterans' status, political affiliation, or other classifications protected under federal or state law.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

1. Instructional Leadership
   1. Develop and effectively execute programmatic goals, instructional objectives, and educational experiences that are engaging and responsive to informational changes with equity in outcomes as the ultimate end goal.
   2. Work collaboratively with building leaders in the three middle schools, academic administrators, teachers, directors and district office administration to implement curriculum and to ensure clear articulation of the approved District's goals and instructional priorities.
   3. Promote and support the provision of high quality, targeted professional development that leads to improvement of instructional programs and practices.
   4. Collaborate with academic administrators to foster and facilitate professional learning communities, provide high quality professional development opportunities that support innovative pedagogical models, focused on responsive teaching methods, and support alternative/creative educational provisions.
2. Personnel and Financial Management
3. Direct, supervise, and evaluate instructional and non-instructional staff as applicable, assuring systems of progress monitoring are established and progress is documented and in compliance with District, state and/or federal statutes and rules,and make recommendations for appropriate employment actions.
4. Collaborate with building leaders, academic administrators, teachers, directors and district office administration to maximize financial and human resources in the purposeful creation of the building schedule and conditions for continuous improvement in programs and services, and student performance.
5. Provide leadership in conjunction with District and building administrators and academic administrators in identifying and acquiring appropriate teaching materials, textbooks, equipment and technology.
6. School-Community Relations
   1. Maintain positive and routine public relations with parents, business and community groups to provide information and receive feedback regarding the District’s instructional program.
   2. Create, develop and sustain relationships that result in families informed about classroom practices, and curriculum and programs so they can actively engage in the learning process.
   3. Utilize meaningful feedback of students, staff, families and community in the evaluation of school programs and policies.
7. Building Culture and Environment
8. Lead with integrity and professionalism, demonstrating personal and professional standards and conduct that enhances the image of the school.
9. Foster and facilitate a culturally-responsive and inclusive school, in which students and staff are actively engaged. Ensure that all staff have high standards and positive expectations for all students to perform at high levels.
10. Ensure an environment in which safety and positive mental health and wellness are actively facilitated.

Perform other tasks consistent with the job goals and responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent.