What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal of Central Heights Middle School position at Sun Prairie Area School District?
The Sun Prairie Area School District seeks a dynamic, student-centered, equity-focused leader to serve as Principal of Central Hieghts Middle School in the growing community of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. We believe diversity is an asset and strongly encourage women and candidates of color to apply.
Our District Commitments
In Sun Prairie, We
Sun Prairie is a vibrant and rapidly growing community in northeastern Dane County, just east of Madison, with a population of approximately 39,000. The Sun Prairie Area School District serves more than 8,600 students, over one-third of whom identify as students of color, with 10% speaking a language other than English. Our community consistently supports our schools, including the successful passage of multiple referenda to meet the needs of our growing district.
Minimum Qualifications
Do you want to join a team committed to ensuring academic and social-emotional success for every child, every day?
If so, please apply!
To build a staff that reflects our student population, candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Our District Commitments
In Sun Prairie, We
- Value the diversity and lived experiences of our students and community
- Prepare students to thrive in a dynamic future through critical thinking and meaningful learning
- Support students' social, emotional, and academic growth
- Foster ethical behavior, strong character, and lifelong learning
- Create safe, welcoming, and nurturing learning environments
- Invest in a highly qualified, culturally responsive, and diverse workforce
- Believe strong partnerships with families, staff, and the community lead to educational excellence
- Commit to continuous improvement in pursuit of excellence
Sun Prairie is a vibrant and rapidly growing community in northeastern Dane County, just east of Madison, with a population of approximately 39,000. The Sun Prairie Area School District serves more than 8,600 students, over one-third of whom identify as students of color, with 10% speaking a language other than English. Our community consistently supports our schools, including the successful passage of multiple referenda to meet the needs of our growing district.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of school administrative experience (experience in racially, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse schools preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years of professional educator experience at the secondary level
- Master's Degree in Educational Administration
- Valid Wisconsin DPI Principal (51) license; Director of Instruction (10) or Director of Student Services (80) licensure is highly valued
- Demonstrated alignment with district vision and core values
- Proven commitment to equity, anti-racism, and culturally responsive practices
- Experience working across cultures and a commitment to continued growth in cultural proficiency
- Strong relationship-building skills with students, staff, families, and community partners
- Ability to use data to improve student learning and lead effective, equity-focused professional development
- Demonstrated success in leading school improvement
- Experience in instructional, operational, and human resource leadership, and in cultivating a positive school culture and climate, including safety
- Multilingual, with a preference for fluency in Spanish and/or Hmong
Do you want to join a team committed to ensuring academic and social-emotional success for every child, every day?
If so, please apply!
To build a staff that reflects our student population, candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply.