Principal

Employment Information

Bainbridge Island School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to:

Title IX Officer: Kristen Haizlip / 504 Section Coordinator:

Maria Kuffel and Annalisa Sanchez

8489 Madison Ave. N.E.

Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

206-842-4714

Note: Prior to the start of employment, all new employees are required to have their fingerprints taken with results from the Washington State Patrol and FBI uploaded to OSPI. Human Resources will direct you to the closet facility to have this done. The fee for fingerprinting is paid for by the applicant.

Conditions of Employment

• Are you a citizen of the United States or will you have a visa which permits you to work in the United States at the time of employment?
• I authorize the Bainbridge Island School District to make any investigation of my personal, educational, vocational, or employment history. I further authorize any former employer, firm, corporation, educational or vocational institution, and/or government agency to provide the Bainbridge Island School District with information they have regarding me. I hereby release and discharge the Bainbridge Island School District and those who provide information and any and all liability as a result of furnishing, receiving or using this information.
• I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. In the event of employment, I understand that if I provide false or misleading information, including omissions in my application or interview(s), I will be subject to dismissal at any time during my period of employment with the Bainbridge Island School District. I will provide verification of my certification, education, and experience. I understand also that any offer of employment will be considered temporary and conditional pending a satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check and approval of the Bainbridge Island School District's Board of Directors. I also agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Bainbridge Island School District.
• I understand that BISD requires that the individuals entered in the "References" section of this electronic application be current or former supervisors, if possible. I further understand that the information received from said references will remain on file and will be used for future applications for two years from the date of receipt. Once a response is received, it cannot be deleted or replaced with another reference during this two-year time frame.

General Questions

• Opportunity gaps exist amongst students based on demographic factors (for example, race, students who qualify for free or reduced lunch, english language learners, and students who qualify for additional services such as special education, 504, etc). How you have approached closing opportunity gaps in your classroom or school leadership work? What have been the key elements involved? Please be specific.

• BISD believes that in order for students to thrive, there must be positive relationships between families, students and teachers and staff. Please provide specific examples of how you holistically integrate racial justice and social justice issue strategies in your work. How have you developed and maintained effective relationships with students so that you understand and are able to address each students' name, strength and need?

• What training/coursework/classroom/life experiences have you had for addressing systematic, institutional racism and advancing social justice for marginalized communities? How will you apply this in your work as a school leader?

• Are you presently under contract? - If yes, with whom? What is your present position (Title)?

• Are you a former employee of our District? If yes, list dates and positions:

• Have you ever been on a plan of improvement or placed on probation?

• Have you ever been placed on administrative leave pending investigation of allegations of misconduct?

• Have you ever been the subject of a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other disciplinary board or licensing body?

• Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal?

• Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions)?

• Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?

• If you answered YES to questions 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,or 8, provide an explanation of the circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date, and outcome.

• Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, a crime? (Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the charge, place, date, and court. A pending criminal charge will not necessarily bar you from District employment.

• Have you ever been convicted of a crime? (The term "convicted" means all adverse dispositions, including a finding of guilty, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, an Alford plea, a stipulation to the facts, a deferred or suspended sentence, or a deferred prosecution. Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the crime, place, date, and court. A conviction record will not necessarily bar you from District employment.

• LIST ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FOR WHICH YOU HAVE BEEN CONVICTED, INCLUDING ANY OF THESE CRIMES AS THEY MAY HAVE BEEN RENAMED: (See above for definition of "convicted"). Custodial Assault. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault of a Child. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault. Simple Assault. First or Second Degree Custodial Interference. Incest. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape of a Child. Child Abandonment. Child Abuse or Neglect as Defined in RCW 26.44.020. Violation of Child Abuse. Restraining Order. Child Buying or Selling. First or Second Degree Kidnapping. First, Second, or Third Degree Child Molestation. First or Second Degree Sexual Misconduct with Minor(s). Patronizing a Juvenile Prostitute. Selling or Distributing Erotic Material to Minor(s). Sexual Exploitation of Minor(s). Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. First Degree Arson. First Degree Burglary. Aggravated Murder. First or Second Degree Murder. First or Second Degree Extortion. Endangerment With a Controlled Substance. First or Second Degree Manslaughter. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape. First or Second Degree Robbery. Indecent Liberties Felony Indecent Exposure Vehicular Homicide Unlawful Imprisonment Malicious Harassment Criminal Abandonment First or Second Degree Criminal Mistreatment. Promoting Pornography First Degree Promoting Prostitution. Prostitution. First or Second Degree Custodial Sexual Misconduct.

• I HAVE NOT BEEN CONVICTED OF ANY OF THE ABOVE, INCLUDING ANY OF THESE CRIMES AS THEY MAY HAVE BEEN RENAMED.

• Have you ever been (a) found by a court in a protection proceeding under Chapter 74.34 to have abused or financially exploited a vulnerable adult or (b) convicted of any of the following crimes where the victim was a vulnerable adult: (Vulnerable adult means adults of any age who lack the functional, mental, or physical ability to care for themselves.) * First, second, or third degree extortion

• First second or third degree theft

• First or second degree robbery

• Forgery

• Any of the foregoing crimes as they may have been renamed IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving the manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found in any dependency action under RCW 13.34.040 to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor, or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Have you ever been found in any disciplinary board final decision to have sexually or physically abused any minor or developmentally disabled person, or to have abused or financially exploited any vulnerable adult? "Disciplinary board final decision" means (a) any final decision by the director of the Department of Licensing for real estate brokers and salespersons and (b) any final decision by a disciplinary authority under Chapter 18.130 RCW or the secretary of the Department of Health for the following businesses or professions: chiropractic, dentistry, dental hygiene, naturopathy, massage, midwifery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, physical therapy, physicians, practical nursing, registered nursing, and psychology. IF YES, EXPLAIN.

• Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, any of the crimes or offenses described in the questions above?

Position Description

Principal - xalilc (Halilts) Elementary School

Building administrators in the Bainbridge Island School District serve as equity-focused instructional leaders, committed to carrying out the core tenets of the BISD District Improvement Plan as key members of the district leadership team.

The Principal at xalilc (Halilts) Elementary School is charged with the critical work of collaborating with staff, students, and families to promote a culture of belonging; facilitating the ongoing improvement of teaching and learning; and ensuring the growth and development of xalilc students.

Essential Functions

• Designs and facilitates quality professional development to certificated and classified staff members focused on best practices and in alignment with the District Improvement Plan.

• Engages in essential conversations for ongoing improvement of the school with a clear focus on the unique interests, capacities, and growing social awareness of elementary school students.

• Assumes responsibility for modeling, teaching, and promoting collaboration among staff.

• Creates and sustains a school culture that values and responds to the characteristics, identities, strengths and needs of each learner.

• Consistently encourages and supports behaviors and activities that explicitly align with the school's mission and vision.

• Analyzes and interprets multiple data sources to inform school-level, student-centered decisions.

• Supports staff in aligning instruction, curriculum and assessment to state and local learning goals.

• Incorporates strategies that engage all students and families, particularly those that historically have been underserved.

• Strategically manages fiscal resources and staff to improve student learning.

• Communicates with families frequently and proactively, in support of teachers and students.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience as a champion of equity and inclusion in the K-12 educational setting.

• Understanding of and experience with the implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) at classroom, school, or district level.

• Knowledge of the foundations and core practices of PBIS and SEB support.

• Evidence of strong skills in instructional strategies, curriculum development, and assessment.

• Demonstrated success in facilitating adult learning, providing visionary leadership, and building strong relationships with all stakeholder groups.

• Ability to communicate clearly with a wide range of audiences and for a variety of purposes, including strong written communication skills and large group presentation skills.

• Approaches student behavior with a focus on restorative practices and preserving student dignity.

• Self-starter and independent worker with strategies for time management and organization.

• Willingness to take lead on school and district projects and initiatives as key member of the district administrative team.

• Strengths in creating a vibrant, inclusive and warm school culture and climate for students, staff and families.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State Administrative credential.

• Three years of demonstrated successful teaching experience and at least one year of educational leadership and/or supervision experience.

Preferred:

• Specific training as a school administrator.

• Master's degree in education or related field.

Terms of Employment

Position Opens: June 10, 2024

Closing Date: July 3, 2024

Interviews: During the week of July 8, 2024

Start Date: July 15, 2024

• Contract: 260 days, including 13 paid holidays and 30 vacation days

• Salary: $ 181,232

• Full benefit package available

• Retirement

• TRS eligible

Benefits

Most positions are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify benefits.

If you have specific questions, you may access the collective bargaining agreements on the district's web site or contact the Human Resources department at (206) 842.4714.

Attachments

Letter of Application*

Resume*

Letter of Reference 1*

Letter of Reference 2*

Letter of Reference 3*

Transcripts

• Unofficial

Certificate*

Other

References

Administrative: 3 of 5 external references required.