DISTRICT INFORMATION

Cheney Public Schools is a rapidly growing district serving approximately 5,000 students in the southwest region of Spokane County. The district covers 380 square miles, encompassing the towns of Airway Heights, Cheney, an expansive rural area, and a developing industrial and residential area on the West Plains.

The district currently has five elementary schools: Betz, Salnave, Snowdon, Sunset, and Windsor; a K-8 Parent Partnership Program: HomeWorks!; two middle schools: Cheney Middle School and Westwood Middle School; and two high schools: Cheney High School and Three Springs High School.

Cheney Public Schools is committed to high expectations and continuous progress for students, staff, and administration. The District provides a rich learning environment for all students, and the local community provides consistent and unwavering support for an extensive co-curricular program. Our mission states, “Cheney Public Schools exists to guarantee a safe and caring environment where ALL students learn at high levels and graduate with options for post-secondary education, careers, and civic engagement.”

BETZ ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL POSITION

Home to approximately 500 students in preschool through 5th grade. Most recently expandeded in 2019-20, Betz is a well-maintained, modern school located in the center of Cheney.

Betz has an active and supportive PTO and promotes parent and community involvement. Betz's caring and professional staff work very hard to create a positive learning environment and to assure high levels of achievement for all students. The school is served by a full-time assistant principal; dedicated teachers at each grade level; a full-time counselor; K-5 specialists for music, library media, and health and fitness instruction; and interventionists to support students with more intensive academic needs. Betz's staff takes pride in their collaboration, positive culture, and commitment to a whole-child approach to meeting the needs of students. School principals play a vital role in aligning school improvement plans with the four guiding questions of professional learning communities and carrying out the authentic work of PLCs throughout our school district. Prioritized standards for academic and social-emotional learning are used as a basis for decisions related to instructional resources, teaching practices, school schedules, and intervention/extension for students.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Educational Administration or related field. Current Washington State Principal Certificate and/or Professional Administrator certificate.
• Five or more years of teaching and/or administrative experience; (P)K-5 teaching experience preferred.
• Successful leadership experience as an elementary school administrator or comparable administrative/supervisory responsibility preferred.

DESIRED PERFORMANCE ABILITIES

• Provide exceptional instructional leadership to a community of dedicated and collaborative educators who are committed to ensuring that all children achieve success in school and life.
• Possesses a passion for teaching and learning, a depth of knowledge of (P)K-5 curriculum, and a thorough understanding of instructional and intervention practices that support the success of all students.
• Demonstrate a high level of performance as a leader. Clearly communicate expectations to staff, provide support for staff to enhance their performance, and hold staff members accountable for achieving building and district goals. Demonstrate excellent personal relationship skills.
• Demonstrate experience designing and implementing a school improvement plan using a collaborative process; one that establishes achievable goals which are responsive to State and federal guidelines while placing student interests at the center of decisions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Washington’s state standards and performance expectations, including Common Core State Standards and the Teacher Principal Evaluation Program, and the use of assessment to inform and guide instruction.
• Possess high energy and demonstrate enthusiasm for leading staff during this time of increased enrollment and pressure on common spaces and scheduling.
• Demonstrate creative thinking and problem solving to maintain high quality teaching and learning for all disciplines and programs: blended preschool, full time kindergarten, special education, music, PE, and media at the school site.
• Demonstrate experience creating a schedule that meets building and district goals, student needs, staff interests, and budget constraints. Possess the ability to make tough decisions and follow up with strong communication and thorough explanations.
• Possess a depth of knowledge about prioritizing investments in learning that contribute to student achievement; understand the benefits of early childhood education, parent education and outreach, and the importance of professional development for educators.
• Have high visibility at school events as well as throughout the school day and the ability to relate to students, staff and community members in a mutually respectful, supportive and collaborative manner. Attend to practices which will promote the school in our community, as well as invite and engage the community in the school.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment by implementing effective and positive methods of student discipline in compliance with state laws and district policies. Support and implement a positive school climate based on the principles of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
• Lead and support a school culture where students, parents, classified staff, and certified staff value all people: people of diverse backgrounds, people of diverse economic situations, and people of diverse cultural groups; value each member’s contribution to the school community.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and the Four Questions that guide our collaborative work.
• Lead or actively participate in district-wide curriculum committee work, grade level teams, community meetings, and parent groups to achieve specific objectives as directed by the assistant superintendent or superintendent.
• Understand and use technology to enhance teaching and learning, as well as administrative applications: Microsoft Outlook, MS Office, and Skyward. Demonstrate a high level of organization and management skills.
• Evidence of knowledge of school-related law, collaborative labor-management practices, and accommodation procedures for students with special needs.
• Prepare and administer a building budget within fiscal guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

CONTRACT

• 212 day contract; responsibilities will commence July, 1 2023

COMPENSATION

• $124,674-$145,678 depending on experience

APPLICATION TIMELINE

• Position opening announced April 14, 2023
• Deadline to receive application materials April 27, 2023, 11:59 p.m.
• Antiicipated Interviews May 3, 2023

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• A completed online administrative application
• Letter of application (attachment)
• Resume (attachment)
• Minimum of four (4) references with current letters of recommendation including: immediate supervisor, staff member, colleague
• Unofficial transcripts from most recent educational institution
• Principal/Professional Administrator certificate

Cheney Public Schools 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, economic status, pregnancy, familial status, marital status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog 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: Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 Officer/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/ADA Coordinator - Tom Arlt, Assistant Superintendent, Cheney School District, 12414 S. Andrus Rd. Cheney, WA 99004 Phone: (509) 559-4550; Section 504 Coordinator - Franklin Day, Director of Student Support Services, Cheney School District, 12414 S. Andrus Rd., Cheney, WA 99004 Phone: (509) 559-4507.

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