Secondary Principal at PHS

Secondary Principal at PHS - 26-27 Vacancy

• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Poughkeepsie High School
• Date Available:
  
  As soon as practicable

The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Da'Ron Wilson, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

Candidates must possess a Master's degree, and a New York State School District Administrator (SDA), or School Building Leader (SBL) certificate by the time of appointment. Candidates must have a minimum of six (6) years of experience in K-12 education (3 years at the supervisory/administrative level at the secondary level, and 3 years of experience as a state education department certified educator).

Candidates with prior administrative experience in an urban school district with a large racially and economically diverse populations are preferred and encouraged to apply.

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.

The Principal of Poughkeepsie High School (PHS) will provide instructional, organizational, and operational leadership to PHS staff and students.

Reporting to the Assistant Superintendent of Schools, the Principal will be an instructional leader who is student-centered providing students with voice and leadership opportunities. Additionally, the Principal of PHS will understand the importance of Trauma Informed Care and Restorative Practices and methodically implement effective strategies that result in better outcomes of PHS students. The duties of the principal of PHS include, but are not exclusively limited to the following:

• Set and enforce rigorous standards for student achievement that are in line with the goals of Poughkeepsie City School District.
• Lead Assistant Principals in understanding their role and responsibilities regarding student performance
• Oversee Assistant Principals to ensure the academic program meets or exceeds yearly student outcome goals as defined by Poughkeepsie City School District and measured by the NYSED ESSA accountability requirements.
• Ensure that all students are provided with the support that guarantees school attendance, course completion, and an engaging 9th-12th grade high school experience.
• Facilitate the creation and modification of the master schedule, including but not limited to structure of the instructional day, assignment of teacher and support staff, and ensuring compliance with all NYSED regulations.

• Serve as an instructional leader of Poughkeepsie High School.
• Coordinate and facilitate faculty and staff meetings including but not limited to: student achievement, department chair meetings, family and community engagement, data review and use, building needs, etc.
• Oversee Assistant Principals as they facilitate meetings with faculty and staff.
• Work with Assistant Principals to constantly assess and improve student achievement results
• Collaborate with the Division of Instruction and Division of Pupil Personnel & Special Services and Parent & Community Engagement.
• Ensure use of effective, research-based teaching methodologies and practices.
• Oversee the implementation of data-driven instructional practices and lead discussions about student performance.
• Track the progress of the implementation and impact of professional learning
• Stay current on successful instructional methodologies, educational leadership and management, and effective pedagogical practices.
• Facilitate high-quality professional learning experiences for all staff
• Foster a culture of professionalism among teachers and staff.
• Ensure the learning environment and classroom instruction maximizes student learning.
• Oversee the implementation of board-approved curriculum and resources
• Monitor progress of all students, with an emphasis on English Language Learners, Students with Exceptionalities, and…