USD 237, Smith Center, is seeking a Jr/Sr High School Principal for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

Qualifications:

-Master's degree from an accredited university

-Valid required Kansas professional licensure

Special Knowledge/Skills:

-Knowledge of school and building operations

-Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction

-Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness

-Ability to manage budget and personnel

-Ability to implement policy and procedures

-Ability to interpret data

-Excellent organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Essential Job Functions:

-Monitor instructional processes to ensure that program activities are related to outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions where necessary.

-Establish clear expectations for staff performance with regard to instructional strategies, classroom management, and communication with the public.

-Work with faculty to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate.

-Ensure that school rules are uniformly applied and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

-Comply with district policies, state and federal laws, and regulations affecting schools.

-Direct and manage extracurricular and intramural programs including management of multiple activity funds.

-Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences in accordance with district policy and state law. Serve as second appraiser as needed for designated teacher evaluation system.

-Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

-Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of staff assigned to district including teachers, counselor(s), instructional aides, and clerical support staff.

-Other duties as assigned.

 

To be considered for the position, please apply through the Educate Kansas website. https://www.educatekansasjobs.org/?p=funct.search.job&jobHash=7b4f276d1a70e2c&employerHash=a4bef699c09f6fe&hideMenu=1

 

Please submit or attach the following with the application or mail to USD 237, Attn: District Office, 216 S. Jefferson. Smith Center, KS 66967

-Letter of Interest

-Current Resume

-District application - can be found on usd237.org

-Copy of Transcript

-Letters of reference (3)