We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.
All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.
Qualifications
Valid Washington State Principal certificate, Washington State Teacher certificate required
Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field required
Three to five years teaching experience in a secondary school preferred
Three to five years successful administrative experience as Principal or Associate Principal in a secondary school preferred
Background check, fingerprinting, and sexual misconduct disclosure required
Essential Functions
Instructional Leadership
Excellent leadership skills at the high school level and the ability to implement programs that reflect the commitment and direction of the district’s philosophy and strategic planning goals
Knowledge and understanding of current educational issues; ensuring curriculum is aligned with standards
Ability to develop, implement and engage staff in ongoing professional development with a focus on improving student learning through Professional Learning Communities
Facilitate teams that focus on improved student learning
Human Relations
Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate building certificated and classified staff
Ability to motivate others to change and model appropriate effective behavior
Actively participate as a supportive team player and encourage leadership qualities in others
Ability to work through challenging multi-layered situations while keeping the focus on positive student learning outcomes
Knowledge/experience in working with highly mobile, at-risk populations
Organization
Lead staff, students, parents and the community in development and implementation of building goals with a clear focus on the improvement of student learning
Support building level priorities in consideration of community and district priorities and student/staff needs
Ability to enthusiastically and creatively inspire staff, parents and community
Communication Skills
Ability to work collaboratively and productively with district administrators, staff, parents, community members and students
Solid communication skills, including the ability to listen and incorporate the ideas of students, staff and community
Ability to model technology as an essential integrated tool for teaching, learning and managing building needs
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Decision Making Skills
Demonstrate clear rationale and process for making decisions
Ability to interpret and implement board policies and administrative regulations
Understanding of fiscal management and managing a building budget
Proven ability to use student achievement data to assist the decision making process
Work Ethic/Professional Commitment
Willingness to make a commitment to the school, district and community
Establish a school climate that promotes equal opportunities for students, good conduct and positive attitudes and values, and accept responsibility for the attendance, health and safety of students
Possess a strong desire for positive results of challenging, yet attainable goals
Performs in a supervisory capacity with the principal before, during and after the school day, providing for building and campus security
Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as his/her supervisor may assign
Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate
SOC Code:119032
Benefits/Compensation
2024-25 Contract: 216 days (pro-rated based on start date)
Salary range: $145064-$165070 (commensurate upon experience and building level hired for. The 2024-25 salary will be prorated based on start date). Salary schedules can be accessed here.
Additional Compensation: VAPA positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VAPA CPA. Salary schedules can be accessed here.
Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here.
Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here.
Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.
Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
Personal Leave: 3 days per school year
Detailed information, including accrual criteria can be found in the VAPA CPA.
Benefits: Include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found here.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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