Job Description:

We want YOU here!  

Inspire excellence, build community, and shape the future as the next Principal of Jefferson High School! As Principal, you’ll lead a passionate team dedicated to creating opportunities, building strong relationships, and preparing students for life beyond high school. At Jefferson, we strive to foster an environment where every student feels supported, encouraged to take risks, and motivated to make a difference. Be the leader who shapes the future of this dynamic and thriving community!

Learn more about Jefferson High School at https://www.sf.k12.sd.us/o/jhs

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION LEVEL:

Master’s degree in an approved program which qualifies for secondary principal certification with the state of South Dakota.

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

A minimum of four years' teaching experience at the secondary level. Previous school district administration experience required, three years minimum. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires constant hand-eye/mind-eye coordination, hearing; intermittent walking, talking, writing. Frequent keyboarding and repetitive motions with wrists, fingers, and hands are required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Previous administrative experience at the secondary level and a teaching certificate. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of the best educational practices and effective schools research. The ability to use a computer for word processing, spreadsheets and data entry. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

1. Assumes responsibility for the daily management and operations of assigned high school building.
2. Assists in assignment of all staff members, including hiring of staff to fill vacancies.
3. Assumes responsibility for the supervision and evaluation of all employees assigned to the building.
4. Promotes and supervises an effective instructional program which is consistent with the District’s curriculum.
5. Monitors student achievement and works with the teachers to improve student performance.
6. Provides leadership in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation, along with other District administrators.
7. Administers the building budget, requisitions needed supplies and materials in compliance with state regulations, policies and regulations of the school board.
8. Establishes and maintains good relationships with parent organizations, community members, civic, service and professional organization.
9. Communicates with staff, parents, students and the community about school programs, activities and events.
10. Works cooperatively with site council and other groups within the building.
11. Assumes responsibility for the security, safety of students and appearance of the physical plant.
12. Attends and supervises student activities and events.
13. Identifies opportunities for professional growth of staff.
14. Assures that District, state and federal guidelines used in providing services to exceptional children are followed.
15. Determines building schedules, assigns all staff members and students within the building.
16. Participates in District meetings and committee assignments.
17. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.

PAY INFORMATION

Administrator - Grade Level A - 12 Month 

View the complete salary schedule here: 2024-2025 Administrator Salary Schedule

2025-2026 salary schedule coming soon!

HOURS & FTE

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week

CALENDAR

2024-2025 12 Month Administrator Calendar

2025-2026 calendar coming soon! 

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more) 

CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.

Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing:  Dial 711, then the desired number 

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