Principal 2027-28

Dent-Phelps; Salem (MO); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dent-Phelps R-III School District is seeking a student-centered instructional leader to serve as Principal for the 2027-2028 school year. Our rural PK-8 district is committed to academic growth, a positive school culture, and strong partnerships with families and the community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate instructional leadership, MTSS expertise, staff development skills, and strong communication.

Qualifikationen

• Strong instructional leadership with data-driven instruction and curriculum alignment.
• Experience leading MTSS with universal screening, interventions, and progress monitoring.
• Staff development and supervision including observation, feedback, coaching, and accountability.
• Ability to build trust, promote belonging, and maintain consistent student behavior expectations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with students, families, staff, and community.

Aufgaben

• Lead MTSS implementation across PK-8 to support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
• Oversee daily district operations and ensure a safe, orderly learning environment.
• Coach and observe instructional staff, provide feedback and professional growth opportunities.
• Foster strong partnerships with families and community partners.
• Promote a positive culture that supports every learner, including diverse learners.

Kenntnisse

Instructional leadership

MTSS

Staff development

Positive school culture

Communication

Organization

Differentiated instruction

Ausbildung

Missouri principal certificate

Teaching experience

Jobbeschreibung

Dent-Phelps R-III School District is seeking a student-centered instructional leader to serve as Principal for the 2027-2028 school year. Our rural PK-8 district is committed to academic growth, a positive school culture, and strong partnerships with families and the community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong instructional leadership: Knowledge of effective teaching practices, curriculum alignment, assessment, and the use of data to improve instruction and student achievement.
• Experience with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS): Ability to lead academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports through universal screening, targeted interventions, progress monitoring, and collaborative problem-solving.
• Staff development and supervision: Skill in observing instruction, providing meaningful feedback, coaching educators, and supporting professional growth and accountability.
• Positive school culture: Ability to build trusting relationships, promote a sense of belonging, and maintain consistent expectations for student behavior.
• Effective communication and collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work productively with students, staff, families, district leadership, and community partners.
• Sound judgment and organization: Ability to manage daily operations, address concerns professionally, prioritize responsibilities, and support a safe, orderly learning environment.
• Commitment to every learner: Knowledge of differentiated instruction and experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold or be eligible for a valid Missouri principal certificate appropriate for the PK-8 setting. Successful teaching experience is required; school leadership experience is preferred.

Dent-Phelps R-III School District is an equal opportunity employer.