High School Principal - FTE - Hood River Valley High School

This posting will remain open until filled. Initial application screening to begin February 1, 2026. This is a regular position and will begin July 1, 2026. (Link to informational flier)

Submit your Talent Ed/Recruit & Hire application; link is available on the District website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

Include the following:

• A letter of interest addressed to Bill Newton, Superintendent
• Current resume
• Three (3) recent letters of reference
• Copy of your Oregon Administrative license.
• NOTE:
  
  Official college transcripts will be required upon hire.

The high school principal serves as the instructional leader and chief administrator of the high school. The high school principal plays a critical role ensuring an equitable education for all students, fostering a school environment where diversity is celebrated, and addressing disparities in achievement and opportunity. The principal is responsible for implementing and adhering to all federal, state and district policies, regulations and procedures.

Areas of responsibility include directing and administering all educational programs and activities, student supports, planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, student activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, facilities operations, school climate and community relations for the building.

This position requires demonstrated expertise in educational programs, curriculum, pedagogy, professional development, and culturally sustaining instructional strategies. This position also requires directly related administrative experience to ensure success in a high school leadership role. This administrative experience includes the ability to lead collaboratively, support and promote diversity, foster a student-centered approach leading to student engagement and success, and the ability to create and maintain an emotionally healthy and physically safe school culture.

This position requires strong communication and relationship building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.

The high school principal is also a member of the Hood River County School District’s administrative council. The high school principal works collaboratively with the district office leadership team to advance the HRCSD Strategic Plan.

• Committed to the pursuit of excellence:
  Demonstrates a willingness to speak honestly, listen openly, and lead purposefully as a building leader and supervisor.
• Committed to providing innovation and leadership towards reaching extraordinary results in a comprehensive educational environment.
• Develop and implement a school-wide vision that prioritizes equity and inclusivity, ensuring that all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, disability, language proficiency, or any other factor, feel valued and have the opportunity to succeed.
• Ensure that all students have equitable access to rigorous academic programs, extracurricular activities, and support services, addressing any barriers to participation or success.
• Engage families from diverse backgrounds in the educational process and work to eliminate barriers to their participation in school activities and decision-making.
• Engaging change agent striving for exceptional results in staff and student performance.
• Personal and professional honesty and integrity with strong ethical and moral standards.
• Visible in the school and active in the Hood River County community as well as the region’s larger educational community.
• Strong interpersonal skills – a team builder and a team player.
• Innovative and creative problem-solving abilities, engaging others in decision-making, and willing to assume responsibility for decisions.
• Strong supporter of all staff and students.
• A strong work ethic.

• Serves as the instructional leader and demonstrates collaborative leadership skills, capable of making tough decisions and leading a cohesive team.
• Plans, designs, and conducts follow-through strategies for teaching and learning designed to meet the differentiated and individualized needs of…