Principal - Capital High School

Overview

Capital High School Principal

At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare students for life. This is an exceptional time to lead at Capital High School and leave a lasting legacy. The successful candidate will serve as a key stakeholder in the day-to-day planning and execution of new construction and remodeling efforts, while also uniting, inspiring, and strengthening a dynamic, effective, and collaborative team of educators and leaders.

Some of what you will do:

• Develop and administer a comprehensive improvement plan that guides all instructional programs and activities in the school geared toward the success of students.
• Develop the master schedule including the development of class schedules and assignment of students.
• Establish clear lines of communication regarding school goals, accomplishments, practices, and policies with parents and teachers.
• Management and supervision of all building personnel. Provide support to teachers and staff and resolve issues through the use of conflict resolution.
• Supervise and evaluate instruction in a classroom setting with an eye to learning styles.
• Evaluate performance of teachers, programs and staff; plan and facilitate professional development for faculty as needed.
• Prepare and manage the school budget.
• Develop and foster a dynamic, effective, and united leadership team.
• Key stakeholder and deeply involved in the day-to-day process of new construction and remodeling of Capital High School.

To become part of this dedicated team, you are student-first, team oriented, collaborative and experienced instructional leader with a strong background in both academic and social-emotional learning to maintain positive education and learning environments.

• A master’s or advanced degree from an accredited college or university. A master’s degree in education is preferred.

• At least five years of successful teaching experience. Three years of administrative experience is preferred, ideally in a high school setting.

• Valid teaching certificate with appropriate administrative endorsement and special course work related to School Administration.

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

• 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 diverse audiences, promoting consensus, while being respectful of others interests and districts interests.

• 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 districts approach and service.

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

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

• Team Member- able to keep Capital High School in the forefront and still keep a global district perspective on what is best for all students, the district, and community.

Complete the online application to include a cover letter, resume, copy of Montana administrative license or letter of status of licensure and college transcripts.

Additionally, provide a video of three minutes or less in which you respond to the following prompt:
Why do you want to be a High School Principal at Helena Public Schools?

You might include highlights of your experience, education, or other relevant details.

The video should be in .mp4 format and should be no larger than 1GB in size. Your video should be uploaded and sent to rmedley

Initial screening date will be February 23, 2026.

Question? Email recruit or contact Human Resources at .

Entry Salary
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