Principal- Secondary (Anticipated 26-27 SY)

Kansas City Public Schools

Principal- Secondary (Anticipated 26-27 SY)

Job Title: Principal 

Salary Range: Middle School: Starting at $92,361 | High School: Starting at $103,224

Department: School Leadership
Reports To: District Leadership Team
Location: Kansas City Public Schools 
Shift Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

Kansas City Public Schools seeks passionate and innovative educators to lead our high schools. As an Instructional Leader, this role is responsible for student achievement, building collaborative teams, and fostering a positive school climate. The ideal candidate will drive high-quality instruction and support student success through a rigorous curriculum, strong community engagement, and equity-focused practices.

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities)

Lead Instructional Excellence

• Monitor and evaluate curriculum alignment with district goals to meet individual learner needs.
• Use assessment data to guide instruction, identify progress, and implement interventions to support student success.
• Lead college and career readiness initiatives to ensure students are prepared for postsecondary opportunities.
• Provide continuous coaching to develop staff capacity and promote professional growth.

Drive School Improvement

• Develop and monitor key performance outcomes, including attendance, assessment results, and graduation rates.
• Promote continuous improvement by guiding strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to implement Response to Intervention (RTI) and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

Foster a Positive School Climate

• Establish high standards of conduct and maintain an orderly, welcoming environment.
• Advocate for students, staff, and public education by creating a strong school culture and promoting community involvement.
• Engage parents and community members through transparent communication, newsletters, and events.

Oversee Operations and Compliance

• Manage school operations, including budget, requisitions, and security.
• Ensure all state, district, and federal requirements are met, including accurate reporting and document submission.
• Supervise and delegate responsibilities for events, trips, and extracurricular activities.

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications)

Bring Expertise and Vision:

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field.
• Missouri Certification in Secondary School Teaching and Administration.
• At least five (5) years of secondary teaching experience.
• 3 years of Vice Principal experience. 

In Order to #LevelUp in This Role, You'll Need:

Innovative Thinking:

• Experience in curriculum development, coordination, and articulation.
• Ability to design data-informed strategies to improve instruction and student outcomes.

Leadership with Impact:

• Demonstrated success in managing school-wide initiatives and fostering collaborative teams.
• Two (2) years of administrative experience in urban secondary schools.

A Growth Mindset:

• Commitment to equity-focused leadership and professional development.
• Openness to feedback and continuous self-improvement.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance provided.
• KCPS Defined Benefit Pension Plan with a mandatory 9.0% employee contribution (matched by KCPS).
• Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.

Why Join Kansas City Public Schools?

Be a Changemaker. Collaborate with Passionate Colleagues. #LevelUp the Future