Administrative - Principal

At Helena Public schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life.  As an Elementary School Principal, you will be a leader in student education, community engagement and creating time, energy and resources to ensure students are afforded the opportunity to learn in a supportive, competitive and engaging environment. Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent, you will work as part of a team serving 8,000 students at 18 campuses across Helena.

Some of what you will do:

• Develop and administer a comprehensive improvement plan that guides all instructional programs and activities in the school. Encourage all students to perform at their highest level.

• Supervise students during instructional and extra-curricular activities.

• Develop the master schedule including the development of class schedules and assignment of students.

• Communicate effectively and maintain relations with parents, parent groups, school volunteers and community agencies.

• Management and supervision of all building personnel. Provide support to teachers and staff and resolve staff issues through the use of conflict resolution.

• Evaluate performance of teachers, programs and staff; plan and facilitate professional development for faculty as needed.

• Prepare and manage the school budget.

Who we are looking for:

A student-first, team oriented, collaborative and experienced educational leader with a strong background in both academic and social-emotional learning.

Qualifications include:

• At least five years of successful teaching experience, and three years as an administrator is preferred. 

• A master's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.

• Valid teaching certificate with appropriate administrative endorsement.

• Educational leadership experience is preferred (i.e., hiring, mentoring, directing work, employee relations, application of employment law and collective bargaining agreements).

Professional competencies include:

• Initiative and adaptability to independently prioritize action to best address the needs of the district with professionalism and mindfulness.

• Communication and integrity to work effectively under pressure with different people and teams, promoting consensus, while being respectful of other’s interests and district’s interests.

• Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.

• Influence and personal effectiveness to instill trust and demonstrate integrity through daily interactions and act responsibly in difficult situations.

• Service and organizational commitment to provide prompt, efficient service that meets expectation of the clients and holds to the highest value the district’s approach and service.

• Mathematical skills and reasoning ability to calculate figures, analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

• Work effectively with a computer and software programs to perform the duties of the position; learn and utilize District applications.

Successful candidates enjoy being mobile throughout the day to regularly interact with diverse groups and are able to balance multiple demands at the same time.