Alternative High School Principal

District or Organization:
Forest Grove School District

Due Date:
February 25, 2026

INTRODUCTION TO TUALTIY PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL:

As the district’s alternative high school, Tuality Plains High School (TPHS) plays a critical role in our district. It provides an environment where students receive a more personalized approach to learning where staff can meet students exactly where they are in their academic journey. At TPHS, learning is personal, hands‑on, and always supportive.

TPHS seamlessly blends small group instruction, online coursework, and independent study to create space for students to work at their own pace. Central to our mission is the Discovery Program, a transformative six‑week immersive journey where students build essential competencies in communication, problem‑solving, and conflict resolution.

Going beyond the classroom, our dedicated staff curate weekly, hands‑on experiences in a variety of local and regional businesses where students can discover career opportunities awaiting them after graduation.

We are seeking a visionary leader who is passionate about non‑traditional education and committed to fostering an environment where every student feels seen and empowered. If you are a strong academic leader who will advocate for our students’ success, create an atmosphere of meeting the hands‑on needs of our students, and can expand student opportunities in the community, we look forward to hearing from you.

Position:
Alternative High School Principal

Start Date:

July 1, 2026
Classification:

Administrator

Reports to:

Superintendent, or designee
Supervises:

Licensed and Classified personnel
Terms of Employment:220 days
Salary Range:$131,671 to $146,302, commensurate with experience

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Tuality Plains High School Principal is responsible for organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff and families. The Principal provides leadership and administrative resources to motivate instruction, teaching and learning and support staff towards optimum performance in achieving the best possible opportunities for students’ growth and development with a focus on alternative education and innovative programs both at the assigned school and district-wide.

The position works to implement an instructional vision and focused plan for improving student achievement and both graduation and completion rates while narrowing the disparities between the highest and lowest performing students. The Principal fosters a culture of high expectations; ensures all students have equitable access to high quality and culturally relevant instruction; builds strong partnerships with families and community;

creates a safe, welcoming environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and communities served. This position reports directly to the Superintendent or designee.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leadsthe instructional and extra-curricular programs at the alternative high school
• Developsstrong relationships with students, families, and staff
• Supervisesinstructional personnel for the purpose of monitoring performance, encouraging professional growth and ensuring that the overall objectives of the school’s curriculum are achieved
• Managesstudent behavior for the purpose of maintaining school safety and promotes a positive teaching and learning environment within the school
• Supervises the instructional program at the alternative high school. Promotes improvement in the school’s curriculum. Evaluates the effectiveness of existing instructional programs through the use of data and works with teachers and the Director of Teaching and Learning to improve instruction in the school
• Developsclass schedules and schedules staff and students to meet the needs of the students
• Attendsand supervises school sponsored activities
• Leads development of extra-curricular activities for the purpose of enhancing student learning
• Workswith parents and others in the community to promote a positive working relationship between the school and the community
• Preparesreports, maintains school records, and…