Junior​/Senior Principal

Position: Junior/Senior High Principal
Location: Mabton

Beginning with the  school year, this position will be placed on a continuing contract.

OPEN:
May 05, 2026

CLOSE:
Open Until Filled

POSITION:
Jr-Sr High School Principal

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO:
Mabton School District Superintendent

The Opportunity

The Mabton School District is seeking a high-energy, visionary leader ready to drive academic excellence and foster a culture of impact. We need a Principal who is ready to move the work forward, putting students first in every decision while engaging our vibrant community to achieve measurable results.

Key Qualifications

* Certification:
Valid WA State Teacher's certificate and WA State Principal's Credential.

* Experience:

Minimum 3 years of successful K-12 administrative experience; experience in grades 6-12 preferred.

* Bilingualism:
Bilingual/Biliterate in English and Spanish is highly preferred to effectively serve our community.

* Community Expertise:
Proven track record of successful work within diverse and migrant communities.

Core Competencies & Leadership Traits

* Visionary Leadership:
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative programs and think creatively to actualize a bold vision for the school.

* Instructional Expertise: A solid, sophisticated understanding of teaching and learning, with experience in the Danielson Framework and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

* Systems Thinker:
Ability to understand, implement, and manage complex systems (MTSS, Tier 2/3 interventions) to ensure support and accountability for all.

* Collaborative Spirit: A team player who works cooperatively with staff, students, and administrators to build a cohesive culture.

* Results-Oriented:
Strong administrative skills in budgeting and planning, with the grit to take timely action and solve problems under pressure.

* Exceptional Communication & Follow-Through:
An articulate communicator who not only shares the "why" behind initiatives but also ensures rigorous follow-through to turn plans into tangible results.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Drive Student Success:
Provide strong instructional leadership to ensure all students meet or exceed academic standards.

* Community Engagement:
Act as a visible champion for the school, clearly communicating the District's mission to all stakeholders and fostering strong community partnerships.

Qualifications

Required:

* Valid WA State Teacher's certificate and valid WA State Principal's Credential

* Demonstrated successful K-12 administrative experience;
Principal experience preferred

* Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative programs, think creatively, and use collaboration to actualize ideas

* Knowledge and experience in improving student achievement based on state and national learning standards, school improvement plan, and all other state requirements

* Knowledge and experience in leading Professional Learning Communities to ensure support and accountability for all staff and students

* Knowledge and experience in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, including the use of both academic and behavior Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions

* Knowledge and experience working with diverse student populations, including students in alternative settings, special needs, English language learners (ELL), and highly capable students

* Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and successfully with staff, students, patrons, and administrators

* Demonstrated leadership and experience in supervision and evaluation of staff; preference for prior experience utilizing the Danielson Framework for teacher evaluation

* Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment and work well under pressure

* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

* Support and communicate district philosophy

* Demonstrated ability to use technology to enhance instruction and classroom and school management

* Strong administrative skills including supervision, budgeting, planning, organization, and goal-setting skills appropriate to manage personnel and programs, communicate effectively, utilize existing resources, engage in shared decision making, take timely action using sound judgment, and solve problems

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provides…