WISHKAH VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NOTICE OF VACANCY

TK-12 Principal

Application Requirement:...................................................... Letter of Interest

Employment Application

Resume

Copy of Valid Certificates

References

Submit Letter of Interest to:.................................................. Wendy Olson, HR/Payroll

Salary..................................................................................... Comparable to like size districts

Benefits:................................................................................. Med, Dental, Vision, Retirement,

Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD

Closing Date........................................................................... Open until filled

Employment Date....................................................................2026-2027 School Year

Position Summary:

Wishkah Valley School District is seeking an innovative, collaborative, and student-centered TK–12 Principal to lead a small rural school committed to academic excellence, strong relationships, and community engagement. The Principal provides instructional leadership, oversees daily school operations, promotes a safe and positive learning environment, and works collaboratively with staff, students, families, and the community to ensure every student is prepared for success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership
Lead implementation of district curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Foster high expectations for student achievement and continuous improvement.
Observe, evaluate, and coach certificated and classified staff.
Analyze student achievement data to improve instructional practices.
Support professional learning aligned with district goals.
Oversee special education, title programs, highly capable and intervention services.
Support athletics, activities, career and technical education (CTE), and extracurricular programs.
Promote college, career, and life readiness for all students.
Oversee daily school operations and campus supervision.
Coordinate scheduling, transportation, facilities use, and emergency preparedness.
Assist in budget development and responsible fiscal management.
Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, district policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
Build a positive, inclusive, and respectful school culture.
Promote student attendance, engagement, and well-being.
Oversee student discipline using restorative and progressive practices.
Ensure compliance with student safety, health, and behavioral policies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge: Instructional practices, MTSS (including PBIS), special education, school finance, school safety, federal and state laws, staff supervision.

Skills: Instructional leadership, data-informed decision-making, communication, collaboration, conflict resolution, consensus building, family engagement, prioritization.

Abilities: Guide and monitor systems supporting student success, encourage trust and collaboration, lead problem-solving, support staff growth, allocate resources strategically, maintain professionalism and sound judgment.

Qualifications:

Valid Washington State Principal Certificate.

Successful teaching and administrative experience preferred.

Demonstrated instructional leadership and staff development experience.

Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Commitment to serving students in a rural school community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wishkah Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.