Assistant Principal - Middle School
Apply NowCompany: Orting School District
Location: Orting, WA 98360
Description:
Position Type:
Administration (Principals)
Date Posted:
3/10/2025
Location:
Orting Middle School
Date Available:
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
3/28/2025Please submit your completed application by March 28, 2025 for first consideration of the applicant pool.
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT:
The Elementary School Assistant Principal is the co-instructional leader of the school community, responsible for establishing an instructional vision and a focused plan for improving student achievement; monitoring and supervising instruction; supporting teachers in improving their instructional practice; creating a community of continuous learning for all staff and students; and fostering a culture of high expectations for all students. The assistant principal is charged with building strong partnerships with families and community, creating a safe, supportive school climate, and effectively managing operational, technical and staff issues to promote instructional progress. The assistant principal works collaboratively with the district leadership team to advance the Orting Student Learning Ends and Strategic Goals.
ORTING SCHOOL DISTRICT THEORY OF ACTION:
If we are relentless in our pursuit of creating schools where all students: feel valued, cared for, and have a deep sense of belonging, know their voice, ideas and interests are utilized and valued, develop a belief they can make a difference, experience high levels of support in having barriers removed to meet high expectations, then we will ensure the Orting School District is an equitable organization where every student feels connected, inspired, and empowered for present and future success.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:Effectively implement the district's instructional framework to support staff in inquiry and professional growth. Provide targeted professional development aligned to strategic student learning ends and goals to support student learning. Understand and communicate Washington State Learning Standards and ensure implementation of standards-based curriculum. Support the development and growth of Professional Learning Communities. Collect, analyze and utilize data effectively to guide and support student learning, implement targeted interventions, and monitor learning progress. Experience in working with subgroups of students not meeting their full learning potential preferred. Collaborate with administrative leadership team and staff to develop and implement a multi-tiered system of support. Effectively manage conflict within the school building. Oversee student activities. Provide oversite of building testing coordination. Identify students that have special needs and understand student referral systems. Ensure rigorous outcomes in student learning and make progress in closing the achievement gap. Under the supervision of the principal and superintendent, administer his/her school within the policies and regulations established by the school district board of directors. Keep communications open and develop positive collaborative relationships with staff, district office, parents and the community in order to support student learning. Demonstrate, observe and provide feedback for lessons related to Washington State Learning Standards and the 5D+ instructional framework. Evaluate assigned staff under state and district guidelines. Provide ongoing professional development for staff and demonstrate a commitment to sound research-based instructional practices. Ability to use technology and promote technical literacy for staff and students. Develop, implement, and monitor procedures and practices that promote a safe and orderly school environment. Assist in developing, implementing and evaluating a school wide learning plan for improvement of student achievement. Promote collaborative leadership and continuous renewal in school/organizational improvement efforts while dealing sensitively and equitably with all persons/groups. Identify, analyze, and apply research findings to ensure continuous improvement. Serve as an active member of District Leadership Team. Help maintain student discipline. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Demonstrated ability to manage systemic change and successfully implement reform initiatives that produce significant gains in closing the achievement gap. Demonstrated knowledge of high leverage, research-based instructional strategies and models for improving instructional practices. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of data to assess student progress and inform instructional practice. Ability to establish and maintain an interactive, positive and collaborative school culture. Effective interpersonal skills in managing and interacting with diverse groups of stakeholders. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Effective communication and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to manage conflict through quality decision-making and effective problem solving. Demonstrated proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Must be able to use management systems to perform routine tasks. Ability to handle intense or controversial situations with levity and humor. Genuine interest in working with students and in placing students first in the decision making process. Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff or district partners.
AWSP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
The principal standards of professional practice define expectations for principals in the Orting School District. The standards help frame a comprehensive definition of effective leadership. The successful candidate will engage in inquiry to select goals and engage in learning targets identified problems of practice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities in providing leadership in a complex educational organization including:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Perform work beyond a standard 40-hour work week when workload requires. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. This position requires attendance at Board of Director meetings, community meetings, and other duties that extend beyond normal working hours.
REPORTS TO: This position reports directly to the Superintendent.
FSLA: Overtime Exempt (Salaried)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Work year: July 1 - June 30
Base Salary: 2024-25 $161,002 - $173,382 DOE; 2025-26 IPD + 2% will be added
Professional Responsibility Stipend (PRS): 10 days at per diem (based on 218 days)
Wellness Stipend
Twenty-six (26) annual vacation days; cash-out up to six (6) days annually
Thirteen (13) paid holidays
Four (4) annual personal days accumulative to six (6); cash-out two (2) days annually
Twelve (12) annual sick days
Professional Development of $2,000 per year
Eligible for District paid professional dues
Cell phone stipend
Medical, dental, vision insurance coverage
TENTATIVE SELECTION TIMELINE:
March 10, 2025 Posting announcement
March 28, 2025 First consideration of application materials
March 31, 2025 Screening of applications
April 1-4, 2025 Interviews*, background checks and selection
April 24, 2025 Board consideration of candidate
July 1, 2025 Anticipated start date
* Finalist(s) second round interviews will also occur this week
BENEFITS
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Employees anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and the employee assistance program.
The district's healthcare benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Benefit eligible employees also qualify to optionally participate in deferred compensation/403B plans, dependent care flexible spending/health savings accounts, and additional life insurance and/or added long-term disability coverage through employee contributions. Sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and any paid holidays are aligned with bargaining agreements by association, as listed on our website.
Other benefits include VEBA, which is a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and serves as a way to contribute dollars on a pre-tax basis for out of pocket benefits costs, whether it be for medical, dental or vision premiums, or any other out of pocket medical expenses. This benefit is available, based on the outcome of annual voting of employees by group.
Orting School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, marital status, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination and their offices are located at 121 Whitesell St NE, Orting, WA 98360: Civil Rights/Title IX/ADA Coordinator Debi Christensen, Exec. Director for Human Resources, 360-893-6500, ext. 4028, christensend@orting.wednet.edu; Section 504 Coordinator Dr. Jennifer Westover, Exec. Director for Student Support Services, (360)893-6500, ext. 4027, westoverj@orting.wednet.edu.
Information about the nondiscrimination statement and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint can be accessed here. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
Administration (Principals)
Date Posted:
3/10/2025
Location:
Orting Middle School
Date Available:
07/01/2025
Closing Date:
3/28/2025Please submit your completed application by March 28, 2025 for first consideration of the applicant pool.
SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT:
The Elementary School Assistant Principal is the co-instructional leader of the school community, responsible for establishing an instructional vision and a focused plan for improving student achievement; monitoring and supervising instruction; supporting teachers in improving their instructional practice; creating a community of continuous learning for all staff and students; and fostering a culture of high expectations for all students. The assistant principal is charged with building strong partnerships with families and community, creating a safe, supportive school climate, and effectively managing operational, technical and staff issues to promote instructional progress. The assistant principal works collaboratively with the district leadership team to advance the Orting Student Learning Ends and Strategic Goals.
ORTING SCHOOL DISTRICT THEORY OF ACTION:
If we are relentless in our pursuit of creating schools where all students: feel valued, cared for, and have a deep sense of belonging, know their voice, ideas and interests are utilized and valued, develop a belief they can make a difference, experience high levels of support in having barriers removed to meet high expectations, then we will ensure the Orting School District is an equitable organization where every student feels connected, inspired, and empowered for present and future success.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
AWSP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
The principal standards of professional practice define expectations for principals in the Orting School District. The standards help frame a comprehensive definition of effective leadership. The successful candidate will engage in inquiry to select goals and engage in learning targets identified problems of practice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities in providing leadership in a complex educational organization including:
- Possess or qualifies for Washington State Principal's certification
- Has completed a Master's degree in an approved college program
- Three years of successful teaching experience as a minimum
- Elementary school experience highly preferred
- Experience using a Washington State approved instructional framework.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Perform work beyond a standard 40-hour work week when workload requires. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. This position requires attendance at Board of Director meetings, community meetings, and other duties that extend beyond normal working hours.
REPORTS TO: This position reports directly to the Superintendent.
FSLA: Overtime Exempt (Salaried)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Work year: July 1 - June 30
Base Salary: 2024-25 $161,002 - $173,382 DOE; 2025-26 IPD + 2% will be added
Professional Responsibility Stipend (PRS): 10 days at per diem (based on 218 days)
Wellness Stipend
Twenty-six (26) annual vacation days; cash-out up to six (6) days annually
Thirteen (13) paid holidays
Four (4) annual personal days accumulative to six (6); cash-out two (2) days annually
Twelve (12) annual sick days
Professional Development of $2,000 per year
Eligible for District paid professional dues
Cell phone stipend
Medical, dental, vision insurance coverage
TENTATIVE SELECTION TIMELINE:
March 10, 2025 Posting announcement
March 28, 2025 First consideration of application materials
March 31, 2025 Screening of applications
April 1-4, 2025 Interviews*, background checks and selection
April 24, 2025 Board consideration of candidate
July 1, 2025 Anticipated start date
* Finalist(s) second round interviews will also occur this week
BENEFITS
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Employees anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and the employee assistance program.
The district's healthcare benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Benefit eligible employees also qualify to optionally participate in deferred compensation/403B plans, dependent care flexible spending/health savings accounts, and additional life insurance and/or added long-term disability coverage through employee contributions. Sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and any paid holidays are aligned with bargaining agreements by association, as listed on our website.
Other benefits include VEBA, which is a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and serves as a way to contribute dollars on a pre-tax basis for out of pocket benefits costs, whether it be for medical, dental or vision premiums, or any other out of pocket medical expenses. This benefit is available, based on the outcome of annual voting of employees by group.
Orting School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, marital status, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination and their offices are located at 121 Whitesell St NE, Orting, WA 98360: Civil Rights/Title IX/ADA Coordinator Debi Christensen, Exec. Director for Human Resources, 360-893-6500, ext. 4028, christensend@orting.wednet.edu; Section 504 Coordinator Dr. Jennifer Westover, Exec. Director for Student Support Services, (360)893-6500, ext. 4027, westoverj@orting.wednet.edu.
Information about the nondiscrimination statement and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint can be accessed here. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.