High School Principal - Hickman High School (2026-27)

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POSITION PROPERTIES

PURPOSE

The Columbia Public School District is seeking a Principal for Hickman High School beginning the 2026-2027 school year.  The principal shall have the responsibility for planning, administering, coordinating, implementing, supervising and evaluating all educational activities.  The principal will create a climate of trust and respect among all stakeholders in a manner that values their strengths and enhances progress toward goals.  The principal is the instructional leader and is expected to champion and ensure Hickman’s professional learning community through tradition, integrity, diversity and excellence.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Principal will conduct the following administrative responsibilities: 

• Develop goals, objectives, and priorities for the high school that align with district-wide goals and initiatives; including response to intervention (RTI), equity and inclusion work and restorative practices.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to establish programs and activities that support the district and school vision, mission, values, and goals.
• Articulate and inspire a shared vision of learning that supports all students within a culture of dignity.
• Maintain positive community, student and parent relations that promote active engagement based upon authentic partnerships and proactive communication.
• Implement and supervise instructional programs to ensure graduates are competitive in a global economy.
• Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service and learning across all content and activities.
• Supervise and support personnel and oversee operations at the building level.
• Hire and supervise all assistant principals, teachers and staff.
• Support and conduct informal and formal evaluations of teaching and administrative staff based upon frequent classroom observations to promote continuous learning and improvement of professional practice.
• Form relationships and practices that maintain a safe, productive culture with fair disciplinary policies for all.
• Plan and implement comprehensive extra-curricular programs for the school.
• Oversee compliance with district policies.
• Oversee use of facility, scheduling classes and activities.
• Manage and monitor the budget for the school.
• Understand and adhere to Board policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To:    Executive Director of Secondary Education

Supervises:    Hickman High School certificated and non-certificated staff

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:        Masters Degree in School Administration, Missouri Principal Certificate, clear evidence of successful classroom teaching experience, and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as secondary principal or assistant principal.  Ability to receive career certification for administration.  Must be eligible to obtain career certification in appropriate time.

Preferred:     Educational Specialist or Doctorate

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language: Present information to teachers, staff, other administrators, and the Board of Education. Respond to common questions and concerns. Interview students, staff, and teachers. Read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, memoranda, Board policies, administrative procedures, and statutes. Write business correspondence, including staff memoranda and newsletter articles, as needed. Keep information confidential when required by law, policy, or the nature of a particular situation 

Computation: Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference, and analyze data for instruction; Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students; Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement.

Other Skills and Abilities: Identify needs and abilities of individual students and to adapt instructional methods accordingly; Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Technology: Integrate technology into daily use; present information to students and staff using a variety of media; Access and present information from online sources in a manner that enhances presentation and instruction; Use district software for collecting information, creating reports and appropriate recording; Readily utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district; Adhere to all District policies and procedures regarding technology use.

Physical Demands: An individual who holds this position must frequently move in and around the building and grounds to visit classrooms, attend meetings, and supervise bus loading and unloading and also be able to sit for an hour or more at a time. The position requires the ability to hear conversations in a noisy environment. Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.  The individual who holds this position will be expected to attend Board meetings, student activities and events, and IEP meetings. 

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Conditions and Environment: The work environment is consistent with a typical office environment; however, the individual who holds this position will occasionally be required to be outside in temperatures below freezing and above 100 degrees. The individual who holds this position is frequently required to work irregular or extended hours. 

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $106,900 - $138,665