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Dassel-Cokato Public Schools is looking for a Middle School Principal. Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, to provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of a Middle School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. Duties Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives. Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities. Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning. Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law. Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students? needs, including students with special needs. Coordinates with the district office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues. Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques. Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs. Encourages parental involvement in students? education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school?s standards and school district policies. Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district?s evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment. Designing and sustaining a professional learning system that includes collaborative team structures (PLCs), ongoing professional development, and instructional coaching. Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies. Provides District level leadership for Gifted and Talented program Provides District level leadership for Staff Development Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles. Knowledge of Middle school curriculum and concepts. Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. Ability to develop and implement projects. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Qualification Current MN K-12 Principal licensure or equivalent Teaching Certification in related area (i.e., Middle School or subject area and grade level) Bachelor?s and Master''s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration. Extensive successful teaching experience at the Middle School level, and preferably in more than one subject area or grade level Successful administrative experience at the Middle School level preferred Apply through the District Website: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/isd466 Dassel-Cokato Public Schools 4852 Reardon Ave Cokato, MN 55321 Questions please email Superintendent Mark Raymond at mark.raymond@dc.k12.mn.us CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The contents of this email message and any attachments are intended solely for the addressee(s) and may contain confidential and/or privileged information and may be legally protected from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient of this message or their agent, or if this message has been addressed to you in error, please immediately alert the sender by reply email and then delete this message and any attachments. 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