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Start Your Online Application Now<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.applitrack.com%2Ffridley%2FOnlineApp%2FJobPostings%2FView.asp%3FAppliTrackJobId%3D4031&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C06bd3cc4c1e7486ba53908dd92265887%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638827416161744785%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Dsm4MKjwQ2YG9Yn0Bf42mStSD3U9SYwWZJuzY9kgn7w%3D&reserved=0> Date of Availability: 07/01/2025 Date Closing: 05/30/2025 WELCOME TO FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOLS! Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IB Continuum to students in pre-K to grade 12. As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world. Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential. The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes ... * In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students. * All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging. * All learners have the right to a quality education. * All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment. * All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society. Job Title: Fridley Middle School Principal Salary Range: $152,000-$162,000. Please see Master Agreement <https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fresources.finalsite.net%2Fimages%2Fv1722260126%2Ffridley%2Fxbhfzsyuej2mafhqq783%2F2023-2025PrincipalAgreement_Signed.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C06bd3cc4c1e7486ba53908dd92265887%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638827416161783776%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5b0qrXZG4zifJxYzEObhQ2sxSTBOknXtmvkiwUxXeH4%3D&reserved=0> Job Summary: Fridley Middle School Principal serves as the key liaison between the Superintendent and the building staff at Fridley Middle School. In this leadership role, the individual will lead all school programs, services, staff, and students, ensuring alignment with the district's vision and goals. The Middle School Principal is responsible for making informed, strategic decisions that foster a supportive, effective work environment for staff, address the needs of students, and ensure the delivery of a high-quality curriculum. This middle school principal is focused on improving student outcomes through the application of best teaching practices, facilitating collaboration among staff, and maintaining a school culture that prioritizes student success and holistic development. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties: * Leads, directs, coordinates, supervises, and is accountable for the daily operation of the middle school. * Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates school goals and plans which coordinate with the framework of the district vision, goals, and plans, using formative, summative assessments, and other relevant data to monitor and report student achievement. * Communicates with the superintendent, staff, students, parents, and community, and promotes district and site vision, goals, priorities, expectations, and plans. * Responsible for recruitment, making hiring recommendations, supervising, and evaluating site personnel. * Leads and manages the evaluation process for certified and non-certified staff, ensuring timely feedback, professional growth, and alignment with district standards and goals. * Promotes an effective culture and learning environment through the International Baccalaureate framework and other best practices, such as; reflective analysis, a focus on data, use of the district's articulated curriculum, and high expectations. * Prepares and manages the annual budget allocations upon approval of the superintendent and school board. * Implements school board policies and interprets them to staff, students, and parents. * Responsible for scheduling of students and staff for appropriate assignments of duties. * Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring the effectiveness of programs for staff development and instructional improvement, addressing district, site and individual needs. * Organizes and supervises the areas of site maintenance, improvements, and safety/security. * Provides leadership in the development, analysis, evaluation, and improvement of the educational and operational functions of the site. * Participates actively on the district administrative team, serves on other district and community groups as needed or appropriate. * Provides overall supervision of activities program. * Leads and sustains effective collaboration with Student Services, Academics and Innovation, Equity, and other district departments to ensure clear communication, strategic alignment, and consistent implementation of systems and initiatives that support student achievement and well-being. * Coaches, evaluates, and supports Assistant Principals and Deans to strengthen their leadership capacity, align efforts with school priorities, and ensure consistent, equitable practices across the school. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Master&#8217;s degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field (required) * Valid Minnesota administrative license (K&#8211;12 Principal or equivalent) * Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience * Minimum of three years in a school or district-level leadership role * Demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and fostering inclusive school environments * Proven experience in staff supervision, instructional leadership, and organizational management Professional Skill Sets * Instructional Leadership: Deep understanding of curriculum design, assessment practices, and effective instructional strategies * Equity and Inclusion: Commitment to equity-centered leadership and culturally responsive practices * Collaboration and Communication: Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; ability to build and maintain productive relationships with diverse stakeholders * Strategic Decision-Making: Ability to analyze data, evaluate program effectiveness, and lead school improvement initiatives * Organizational Management: Skilled in resource allocation, scheduling, and overseeing operational systems * Change Leadership: Capacity to lead through change, build consensus, and drive innovation * Student-Centered Focus: Demonstrated commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students ACADEMIC AND INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP * Serves as the instructional leader for the school, setting clear expectations for teaching and learning aligned with the district&#8217;s vision and the International Baccalaureate framework. * Analyzes student achievement data to inform instructional decisions, guide school improvement planning, and ensure equitable learning outcomes for all student groups. * Facilitates high-quality, job-embedded professional development that supports teachers in implementing effective instructional strategies, including differentiation, formative assessment, and culturally responsive teaching. * Leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of the school&#8217;s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to ensure academic and behavioral interventions are aligned and effective. * Conducts regular classroom walkthroughs and instructional observations, providing timely, actionable feedback to teachers to improve practice and student engagement. * Collaborates with district academic leadership to align school practices with curriculum standards, district initiatives, and best practices in teaching and learning. * Cultivates a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice among staff, centered on student growth and academic excellence. PHYSICAL FACTORS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employed is regularly required to talk, hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach for objects, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and use hands to grasp and feel. The employed must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally being required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Diversity: Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fridley Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. 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