Middle School Principal

Independence Middle School has an opening for middle school principal.  The application deadline is February 27- 2026.  This is a 10.5-month position 

To apply go to:  www.indyschools.com

                                       POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:                       Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS: 

•  Competency in the English language.
•  A valid building-level license issued by the Kansas State Board of Education.
•  Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others- including the ability to communicate effectively with broad and diverse audiences. 
•  Ability to handle a fast-paced- intense work environment.
•  Ability to manage job responsibilities and meet the established building outcomes.
•  Ability to work a daily schedule that often demands an extended workday.
•  Other alternatives as set by the Board of Education.  

REPORTS TO:                             Superintendent of Schools

SUPERVISES AND

EVALUATES:                              All building certified teaching staff and staff as assigned

PURPOSE AND

OBJECTIVES OF 

THE POSITION:                        

• To use leadership- supervisory and administrative skills to promote the educational development of the individual student and- through that student achievement that ensures school accreditation.  In order to accomplish these goals- the Building Principal must work closely with the other staff and administration of USD 446.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

I.      The principal oversees safe and orderly schools.

• Implements effective procedures for ensuring a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Takes appropriate action when students exhibit emotionally/physically distressed behaviors.
• Complies with- or monitors compliance with- all state and federal laws.
• Implements board policies- rules and regulations.

II.    The principal ensures student achievement for all student groups.

• Collects and reports data on academic achievement by all student groups.

• Monitors assessment of all students in basic skills areas.

• Evaluates effectiveness of teaching materials- activities and approaches- and provides assistance when necessary.

III.    The principal builds positive school/community relations.

• Supports the school and district mission.

• Promotes positive relationships between all persons in the school community.

• Facilitates effective site councils.

IV.   The principal leads the school in developing constructive student/adult relations.

• Helps students develop responsibility for their conduct.

• Cultivates staff behaviors that promote respect of authority- tolerance of diversity- and appreciation of each student’s potential.

V.    The principal oversees effective and efficient staff performance.

• Works with staff to develop and recommend standards for student learning.

• Plans Professional Development based on student and staff needs and ensures they are effectively implemented.

• Recruits- supervises and evaluates instructional staff in accordance with policy and law.

• Interacts effectively with building/district personnel.

VI.   The principal practices responsible fiscal- facility- and resource management.

• Organizes effective budget planning procedures.

• Ensures building expenditures do not exceed the limits set forth by the board-approved budget.

• Maintains building records and property.

VII.   The principal models positive professional attributes.

• Engages professional growth activities as directed.

• Uses written and spoken language well.

• Makes all necessary administrative decisions in a timely manner.

• Delegates supervision when appropriate.

• Maintains reasonable office hours.

• Demonstrates good judgment in decision making.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor and in accordance with the provisions of the USD 446 Board of Education.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:      

•  Requires prolonged sitting or standing.

• Occasional stooping- bending- turning- and reaching.

• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move- lift- carry- pull- or push heavy objects or materials.

• Occasional climbing or steps may be required in some buildings.

• Requires some travel.

• Must work indoor and outdoors year-round.

• Must work in noisy crowded environments.

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