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High School Principal

Southeast Valley Community School District
Gowrie, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2026

Southeast Valley Community School District is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered High School Principal to lead our 9-12 team beginning in the school year. We are supportive, committed to fostering strong relationships, exceptional instruction, and a positive school culture. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who inspires staff, supports students, and engages families in our mission of excellence.

Southeast Valley is located in central Iowa and comprises 4 academic centers. The High School is in Gowrie, The middle school (grades 5-8) in Burnside, Dayton houses Preschool to 4th grade as well as a daycare facility. There is another PK-4 elementary a few miles north of Farnhamville. Depending on where you live, you can get to Fort Dodge in 30 minutes or less, Ames is an hour or less, and Des Moines is just over an hour or less. Southeast Valley has a certified enrollment of 1,045 students.

Southeast Valley is a proud district known for dedicated staff, engaged families, and a strong sense of community. Our high school emphasizes high expectations, whole-child development, and a welcoming environment where every student belongs. The District is extremely stable financially. High School classes range from 70 to 90 students.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

  • Iowa Principal Licensure
  • Evaluator Approval Certification
  • Successful administrative experience preferred, but not required
  • Any applicant not currently endorsed in the advertised area, but willing to obtain the necessary licensure will be considered.

Compensation Package

  • $110,000 depending on experience
  • a retirement pension (IPERS)
  • Fully paid dental, vision, and health insurance (Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield)

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Pay: From $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000

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