12.2024 - Administrative - Elementary Principal K-5 Alternative School

Kearney Public Schools - Kearney, NE

Full-time - Principal

Kearney, NE

Educational Services

About the position

Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Principal at the new K-5 Alternative Elementary School starting the 2025-2026 school year. The school will open in 26-27 with a year of planning and preparation. This position has a 215 day contract with competitive salary and benefits. Candidates must hold a valid Administrator's Certificate. Position is open until filled.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction for staff and students.
• Provides leadership and supervises staff in developing, organizing and utilizing resources for an effective instructional program at the center.
• Conducts program and staff evaluations on a regular basis.
• Lead staff and students using innovative strategies to engage students while encouraging them to take responsibility for their learning.
• Maintain a rigorous academic curriculum in a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment that encourages students to achieve at their best level while becoming productive members in their school and community.
• Establish a positive learning environment by creating consistent behavior expectations and encourage self-management and coping skills to allow students to maintain a positive self-concept.
• Encourages participation in educational workshops for staff development specific to needs.
• Provides an appropriate and safe environment for learning.
• Establishes and implements school improvement plans in coordination with the district improvement plans and community stakeholders.
• Establishes future staff, material, equipment, and facility needs.
• Develops the programming and schedule based on projected enrollments.
• Provides for the personal needs of students and staff.
• Modifies curriculum to meet student needs with assistance from appropriate directors and supervisors.
• Establishes and maintains effective oral and written communication.
• Conducts marketing of education programs.
• Partners with staff, students, parents, and outside agencies to support the learning and growth of each student.
• Attends regular meetings and develops relationships with community partners and support agencies coordinating school and community resources and support for students and families.
• Attends KPS Elementary Administration meetings, Leadership Councils, and other assigned Leadership Meetings.
• Attends and is a member of the District Threat Assessment and District Safety teams.
• Ensures the staff is following SAT Team, 504 team, and IEP team plans for all students and works with district directors to make sure the plans are appropriate.
• Works with district and building leadership to determine facility placements for potential K-5 students.
• Works with district and building leadership and center staff to make sure student assignments are completed and delivered to buildings for students who are in suspension services.
• Has experience in the development and management of behavior plans and processes.
• Monitors student progress data ensuring growth and achievement with a focus on preparing to return to their home building.
• Works with district and building leadership to develop readiness programs and opportunities for students allowing them to successfully transition back to the regular setting.
• Serves as a positive school representative when working with the media.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Education is required.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a K-6 Principal endorsement.
• Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, technology, supervision of staff, staff evaluation, discipline policies, school laws, management of staff and students, planning, and community relations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.