Assistant Principal MLMS

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT:

The district is seeking a dynamic, outstanding leader who is committed to making a difference in the lives of students through the fulfillment of the Medical Lake Promise.

We Promise to:

• Foster a safe and supportive learning environment through a culture of belonging
• Focus on personalized instruction that is engaging, challenging and relevant
• Promote hope and a vision for the future from Early Learning through Post-Secondary

For Every Student, Every Day

The Principal is responsible for and has demonstrated skill in:

Visionary Leadership: A clear vision for academic excellence and believes deeply in the potential of every student.

Resilience and Determination: A strong sense of determination to overcome obstacles and challenges, continuously striving for improvement.

Ethical Integrity:
High ethical standards and serves as a role model for honesty, fairness, and integrity in all interactions.

High Expectations:
Sets high expectations for both students and staff, fostering a culture of excellence and achievement.

Support:
Believes in the power of collaboration and support, understanding that helping others succeed is a cornerstone of a thriving educational environment.

Relational Trust:
Places immense value on building and maintaining trust among students, staff, parents, and the community. Understands that trust is the foundation of strong relationships.

Setting Clear Goals and Expectations:
Communicates clear academic goals and expectations to all stakeholders, providing a roadmap for success.

Providing Targeted Support:
Offers personalized support to students and staff, recognizing individual needs and strengths.

Celebrating Achievements:
Celebrates successes, no matter how small, to reinforce a positive and motivating environment.

Open Communication:
Encourages open and honest communication and fosters a culture where feedback is valued and used for growth.

Collaborative Decision-Making:
Engages in collaborative decision-making processes and ensures that all voices are heard and considered.

Washington State K-12 Principal Credential.

Master’s Degree:
Educational Administration or related field.

• Promoting a positive school climate where diversity is respected.
• Leading and implementing programs such as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.
• Establishing effective relationships with students, staff, and community connections.
• Operating in an effective, flexible, and responsive manner to accommodate a variety of needs.
• Effectively communicating with parents and students.
• Supervision, including the ability to evaluate classroom instruction and to work effectively with teachers to improve instruction.
• Knowledge of TPEP Evaluation Process. Support building annual evaluation process.
• Using computer technologies to enhance instruction/classroom management.
• Knowledge of current laws governing special education and 504 students.
• Supporting and assessing a learning program to continuously improve student performance using data. Knowledgeable about standard based grading.
• Promotes high expectations, performance and achievement from students and staff.
• Listening, planning, problem solving and delegating through effective communications.
• Modeling integrity, ethical behavior, self-confidence, courage and a sense of humor.
• Creating unity and respect in all relationships
• The ability to reach logical conclusions, make high quality decisions, and set priorities.
• Supporting Professional Learning Communities