Job Description:
Summary of Function
To plan, organize, and implement an excelling learning environment that guides and encourages students to meet their educational potential. The principal will promote and maintain high student achievement by providing curricular and instructional leadership, and managing overall school site operations. Is responsible for receiving, distributing and communicating information to enforce school, District, and State policies and initiatives.
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
Valid AZ Department of Education Administrative Certificate required
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from an accredited college or university required
Emphasis in supervision, organizational structure, and secondary curriculum preferred
Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Three (3) years successful experience as either an Assistant Principal or Principal required demonstrating instructional leadership and staff development.
Bilingual in Spanish or Navajo preferred
Duties and responsibilities
Establishes and maintains a positive and effective learning climate in the school.
Effectively leads, develops, and supports the site administrative team.
Leads with a clear, shared and passionate vision to drive students success, fosters a positive culture, and aligns stakeholder efforts.
Leads the development, implementation and evaluation of the overall instructional program. Promotes high academic expectations and student growth for all students.
Oversee’s counseling services, special services (including 504), and co and extracurricular programs; ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Leads faculty, staff, parents and the community to work collaboratively to fulfill the goals and mission of the school. Cultivates positive relationships with all stakeholders - students, staff, families, community members, business leaders, and local/state/Tribal leaders.
Facilitates the design and initiation of programs to meet specific needs of the school, involving Site Council, parents, and staff members.
Is personally responsible for the daily operations of the school, including staffing, budgets, and district level requirements.
Works with members of the central administrative staff on school opportunities which may include such topics as transportation, special services, and student academic performance.
Champions district policies and administrative regulations.
Actively engages students and parents and staff to ensure a positive school environment. Acts with cultural competence and fosters inclusive practice environments.
Responsible for the performance development, management and evaluation of all staff.
Supervises the daily use of the school facilities for both academic and nonacademic purposes.
Supervises and evaluates the school/s extracurricular programs.
Actively contributes and participates in district initiatives.
Maintains and controls the various local funds generated by student activities.
Assumes responsibility for the attendance, conduct, and maintenance of health of students.
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
Assists in the recruiting, screening, hiring, assigning, and managing of all staff.
Approves the master teaching schedule and any special assignments.
Perform other job related duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities
Ability to write reports and correspondence consistent with duties of this position.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts and feedback.
Ability to facilitate staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and lead groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
Ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate statistical data derived from qualitative and/or quantitative research.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations.
Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrates initiative to act without being asked.
Understands school policy, progressive staff discipline, school law and regulations.
Established experience and track record in successfully implementing and coordinating educational programs at either a school or district level.
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
Utilizes all forms of technology effectively.
Position Title: Principal, High School
Department/Section: Coconino High School
Supervisor: Superintendent
12 months; Benefit eligible
Placement on Salary Schedule based on experience and skills: Admin Salary Schedule BB $100,327 - $111,363
Desired Start Date: July 01, 2026
Application Packet: Must include cover letter, three letters of recommendations dated within prior 12 months, and resume
Application Close Date: April 1, 2026