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Position Details
Position Type: Administration/ Principal
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
Location: Valdez High School
Date Available: 07/01/2026
District: Valdez City Schools
Job Summary The principal is directly responsible to the Superintendent. The Principal shall have full responsibility for the total school program carried out in his/her building and shall execute that program under the general direction of the Superintendent; shall have line authority over all personnel in his/her building; is expected to furnish leadership for all the staff assigned to the building or program. Providing such leadership includes keeping abreast of developments in the field of public education in general and in the fields of administration and supervision, as well as the newly legislated mandates.
The principal is responsible for the continuous study, evaluation, and improvement of the school, its program, and staff. The principal shall carry on public information activities to provide a continuous and appropriate interpretation of the school program to the general public. The principal must be able and willing to develop and facilitate community engagement in the school, and collaborative relationships with other small schools and their staff.
Essential Functions
Leading A Mission, Vision, And Beliefs Focused on Results: Creates and implements a vision that leads to student improvement for all learners; develops a shared vision of rigor and high expectations; ensures vision and mission drive school decisions; confronts low expectations; conducts crucial conversations based on student performance data for purpose of enhancing student learning.
Leading and Managing Systems Change: Develops, implements, and monitors outcomes of school improvement plan and student achievement data to improve student learning; creates a safe, clean, orderly learning environment; collaborates with staff to achieve school improvement plan targets; utilizes current technologies to support leadership and management functions; aligns resources to improve teaching and learning.
Improving Teaching and Learning: Works with and engages staff in shared vision for effective teaching and learning by implementing a standards-based curriculum relevant to student needs and interests, research-based effective practice, academic rigor, and high expectations for student learning in every classroom. Implements curricular scope and sequence; reviews instructional practices; creates continuous improvement cycle; implements data guided decisions and instruction; uses disaggregated data; selects and retains teachers that maximize student learning; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching and holds teachers accountable; ensures professional learning for teachers that enhance student learning; promotes the use of technology to enhance student learning.
Building and Maintaining Collaborative Relationships: Creates, develops, and sustains relationships that result in active student engagement in the learning process; utilizes meaningful feedback of students, staff, families, and community in the evaluation of school programs and policies; proactively engages families and communities in support of child’s learning and school learning goals; demonstrates an understanding of the change process; strengthens collaboration with other schools, as well as local regional, national and international communities; develops professional learning networks within schools, as well as local, regional, national, and international communities.
Leading with Integrity and Professionalism: Treats all people fairly and with dignity and respect; protects the rights and confidentiality of students and staff; demonstrates personal and professional standards and conduct that enhance the image of the school and education profession; creates and supports a climate that values, accepts, and understands diversity in culture and point of view; recognizes strengths of diverse population; creates a culturally responsive climate; engages in courageous conversations about diversity; expands opportunities for all students to learn from and work with highly qualified and diverse staff.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of High Expectations: Builds a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student; requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school’s vision and mission; leads a school culture and environment that successfully develops the full range of student’s learning capacities—academic, creative, social‑emotional, behavioral, and physical; builds an environment that considers all aspects of wellness: physical, nutrition, health, safety, decisions and choices, mental as well as physical well‑being.
Competencies
Knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, information systems, and other computer software.
Knowledge of how to create and manage a budget.
Knowledge of how to operate basic office equipment.
Knowledge of State and Federal education laws and the ability to track changes in these laws.
Ability to make collaborative decisions whenever possible.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to effectively build partnerships with staff, community members, and City of Valdez employees to promote a collaborative workplace.
Ability to work unsupervised and accept a high degree of autonomy.
Supervisory Responsibility This position supervises the staff and students within his/her building.
Work Environment This job operates in an indoor office environment.
Physical Demands Ability to type and sit for long periods of time. Additional physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching overhead/handling, speaking, hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full‑time, salaried, position with benefits. This position operates for 216 days out of the year. Salary and benefits determined yearly by Valdez City School District Board of Education.
Travel Some travel may be expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
Alaska Type B Administrative Certificate or ability to obtain one.
Valid State of Alaska Teacher’s Certificate.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Education and Experience Three to five years of previously successful Principal experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications The successful candidate will be required to present a valid criminal background check upon hire.
EEO Statement Valdez City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff, students, the public, educational facilities, programs, services, and activities, and with whom the district does business.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Position Type: Administration/ Principal
Date Posted: 12/10/2025
Location: Valdez High School
Date Available: 07/01/2026
District: Valdez City Schools
Job Summary The principal is directly responsible to the Superintendent. The Principal shall have full responsibility for the total school program carried out in his/her building and shall execute that program under the general direction of the Superintendent; shall have line authority over all personnel in his/her building; is expected to furnish leadership for all the staff assigned to the building or program. Providing such leadership includes keeping abreast of developments in the field of public education in general and in the fields of administration and supervision, as well as the newly legislated mandates.
The principal is responsible for the continuous study, evaluation, and improvement of the school, its program, and staff. The principal shall carry on public information activities to provide a continuous and appropriate interpretation of the school program to the general public. The principal must be able and willing to develop and facilitate community engagement in the school, and collaborative relationships with other small schools and their staff.
Essential Functions
Leading A Mission, Vision, And Beliefs Focused on Results: Creates and implements a vision that leads to student improvement for all learners; develops a shared vision of rigor and high expectations; ensures vision and mission drive school decisions; confronts low expectations; conducts crucial conversations based on student performance data for purpose of enhancing student learning.
Leading and Managing Systems Change: Develops, implements, and monitors outcomes of school improvement plan and student achievement data to improve student learning; creates a safe, clean, orderly learning environment; collaborates with staff to achieve school improvement plan targets; utilizes current technologies to support leadership and management functions; aligns resources to improve teaching and learning.
Improving Teaching and Learning: Works with and engages staff in shared vision for effective teaching and learning by implementing a standards-based curriculum relevant to student needs and interests, research-based effective practice, academic rigor, and high expectations for student learning in every classroom. Implements curricular scope and sequence; reviews instructional practices; creates continuous improvement cycle; implements data guided decisions and instruction; uses disaggregated data; selects and retains teachers that maximize student learning; evaluates the effectiveness of teaching and holds teachers accountable; ensures professional learning for teachers that enhance student learning; promotes the use of technology to enhance student learning.
Building and Maintaining Collaborative Relationships: Creates, develops, and sustains relationships that result in active student engagement in the learning process; utilizes meaningful feedback of students, staff, families, and community in the evaluation of school programs and policies; proactively engages families and communities in support of child’s learning and school learning goals; demonstrates an understanding of the change process; strengthens collaboration with other schools, as well as local regional, national and international communities; develops professional learning networks within schools, as well as local, regional, national, and international communities.
Leading with Integrity and Professionalism: Treats all people fairly and with dignity and respect; protects the rights and confidentiality of students and staff; demonstrates personal and professional standards and conduct that enhance the image of the school and education profession; creates and supports a climate that values, accepts, and understands diversity in culture and point of view; recognizes strengths of diverse population; creates a culturally responsive climate; engages in courageous conversations about diversity; expands opportunities for all students to learn from and work with highly qualified and diverse staff.
Creating and Sustaining a Culture of High Expectations: Builds a culture of high aspirations and achievement for every student; requires staff and students to demonstrate consistent values and positive behaviors aligned to the school’s vision and mission; leads a school culture and environment that successfully develops the full range of student’s learning capacities—academic, creative, social‑emotional, behavioral, and physical; builds an environment that considers all aspects of wellness: physical, nutrition, health, safety, decisions and choices, mental as well as physical well‑being.
Competencies
Knowledge of Google Suite, Microsoft Office, information systems, and other computer software.
Knowledge of how to create and manage a budget.
Knowledge of how to operate basic office equipment.
Knowledge of State and Federal education laws and the ability to track changes in these laws.
Ability to make collaborative decisions whenever possible.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to effectively build partnerships with staff, community members, and City of Valdez employees to promote a collaborative workplace.
Ability to work unsupervised and accept a high degree of autonomy.
Supervisory Responsibility This position supervises the staff and students within his/her building.
Work Environment This job operates in an indoor office environment.
Physical Demands Ability to type and sit for long periods of time. Additional physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching overhead/handling, speaking, hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full‑time, salaried, position with benefits. This position operates for 216 days out of the year. Salary and benefits determined yearly by Valdez City School District Board of Education.
Travel Some travel may be expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
Alaska Type B Administrative Certificate or ability to obtain one.
Valid State of Alaska Teacher’s Certificate.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Education and Experience Three to five years of previously successful Principal experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications The successful candidate will be required to present a valid criminal background check upon hire.
EEO Statement Valdez City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff, students, the public, educational facilities, programs, services, and activities, and with whom the district does business.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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