(NAME-MCE) Middle School Principal Springfield OR

[Anselmo Villanueva]

Dear NAME --

I can answer some general questions about the Springfield School District.
I can talk a lot about living and working in this part of Oregon.
Interested persons can contact me at 541.485.1755 x202 or via email at
anselmo.villanueva at gmail.com

Applicants from diverse backgrounds are being sought.

Anselmo
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MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL    Springfield School District  Springfield OR

http://www.sps.lane.edu/jobs/openings/admin.html

Springfield School District is seeking outstanding candidates for the
position of Middle School Principal. Springfield School District has
five middle schools serving grades 6 through 8.

Qualifications Required:

• Oregon Administrative License
• Skilled in supervision of staff
• Experience planning K-12 instructional programs. Understands the
cycle of curriculum development, instructional practices and effective
assessment
• Demonstrated understanding of learning theory and successful
instructional strategies
• Understands a continuous improvement model using data effectively to
inform instruction
• Experience working with diverse populations--i.e. special education, ELL
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A champion of staff development
• Fiscal knowledge and responsibility
• Effective decision making skills
• Expertise in creating a safe environment where all feel respected. A
culturally competent educator

Other Desirable Qualifications:

• Successful experience as an administrator in a comprehensive
secondary school program
• Master scheduling experience
• Knowledge of school reform issues
• Uses technology effectively

Springfield Public Schools Core Beliefs

• We believe in a collaborative leadership style with the core belief
that together we are so much stronger than any one of us alone.
• We are team players. We believe everyone is on an empowered team
that gets work done and includes all stakeholders.
• We believe in compassionate straight talk.
• We believe it is critical to receive non-bias feedback.
• We believe in service.
• We believe we treat others as we wish to be treated.
• We value and will always consider the other person's point of view first.
• We believe that absolutely nothing happens in education until it
happens to and for the students. We are only successful if students
achieve academically.
• We believe the essential function of public schools is teaching and
learning.
• We are a class act. We model respect and graciousness.
• We value and thrive in a multicultural environment. We strive for
cultural proficiency.
• We listen much more than we talk. We ask more than we tell.
• We believe that change is a constant and we have a desire and
ability to change.
• We believe in flexibility and that we all wear more than one hat.
• We believe that creativity is a key to our success.
• We believe in continuous improvement. We believe that leaders are readers.
• We believe in life long learning. We participate in inquiry on the
run. We are reflective learners.

THE SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT

Springfield School District takes pride in its leadership in school
reform. With award-winning programs and an outstanding faculty and
support staff, the District is characterized by a stable labor
relations environment, leadership in collaborative problem solving and
sound fiscal management. The District enjoys tremendous support from
the community; parents and other residents regularly show their strong
commitment to the District with extraordinary participation in PTA,
school reform initiatives and fund raising.
Compensation
The minimum salary for this position is $79,985 - $99,107 (based on
the 2007-2008 salary schedule) plus an excellent benefit package.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application
includes the following:

• Current resume'
• Complete application form including district forms
• Complete set of college/university transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation from persons qualified to comment on
your skills, abilities and/or preparation for the position
• Certificate required – Oregon administrator credential (include copy)

Application Deadline: March 10, 2008
Application Screening: March 11-15, 2008
Position Start Date: July 1, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications may be submitted electronically through EdZapp
(www.edzapp.com) or downloaded from the District's web site
www.sps.lane.edu. Mail completed applications to:
Human Resources
Springfield Public Schools
525 Mill Street
Springfield, OR 97477

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Phone (541) 726-3203 or email hr at sps.lane.edu

SPRINGFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT IS
AN EOE/AA EMPLOYER