What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Principal position at Aurora High School?
The Aurora R-VIII School District is seeking a high energy "Culture Builder" and "Instructional Leader" to serve as the PRINCIPAL of Aurora High School!
SALARY RANGE will be commensurate with experience and qualifications; but be a minimum of $95,000.
Preference will be given to candidates with three (3) or more years' experience in an administrative role and five (5) or more years of instructional experience in a High School setting.
Aurora R-VIII has a strong tradition of community support, academic success and a student's first approach! The unique FOUR-DAY work week, with Fridays being the weekday school is not in-session, allows for an appealing schedule – with a consistent three (3) day weekend.
AHS has nearly 600 students in grades 9-12; roughly sixty (60) Certified/Non-Certified staff members and one (1) Assistant Principal.
This position is a TWELVE (12) MONTH contracted commitment, with the four (4) day-week expectation, and would begin on July 1st, 2026.
Successful applicants shall submit a completed District Application, current Resume, Cover Letter, three (3) Letters of Support, proof of Certification (or eligibility thereof) and anything else that would support the candidate's application process. Salary will be commensurate with experience and education. Applications can be accessed at https://auroramo.schoolspring.com.
Please contact Dr. Ben Yocom, Superintendent at 417-678-3373 or via email at byocom@aurorar8.org - with any questions.
Salary : $95,000