Administrative - Middle School Principal

3.2026 - Administrative - Middle School Principal

Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Principal at Sunrise Middle School starting the  school year. The position has a 220‑day contract. Candidates must hold a valid Administrator’s Certificate and have demonstrated successful administrative leadership. The position is open until filled.

Job : 5563264

Final date to receive applications: Mar 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Master’s Degree in Education is required.
• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a 7‑12 Principal endorsement.
• Prior administrative experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, technology integration, staff supervision and evaluation, student discipline policies, school laws, and community relations.

• Provide direction for the Assistant Principal, staff, and students.
• Implement and supervise an effective instructional program.
• Establish building goals and objectives, oversee curriculum development, staff in‑service, and annual budget.
• Supervise the development of the master schedule and conduct staff evaluations.
• Monitor and recommend improvements to building and grounds facilities to B&G.
• Project future educational needs and expectations.
• Maintain effective oral and written communication with all stakeholders.
• Plan and provide for the personal needs of students and staff.
• Serve on school‑based, community‑based, and district‑wide committees.
• Implement building goals, district policies, staff selection, training, and evaluation.
• Modify instruction to meet student needs with assistance from appropriate directors and supervisors.
• Conduct marketing of educational programs.
• Counsel staff, students, and parents.
• Provide a safe and appropriate learning environment.
• Act as a positive school representative when interacting with the media.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, climbing, and driving as necessary.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying up to 200 lbs.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated stress management and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work well on various teams.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adults.

Heated/air‑conditioned offices and buildings; all weather conditions.

Attach transcripts, letters of recommendation, and credential files to your application. You may send your credential file to the Kearney Public Schools Human Resources office at 320 W 24th St, Kearney, NE 68845 or email to  If you previously applied through the KPS School Recruiter/Talent Ed website, log in and click the “Apply for this Position” button. Complete all required pages and submit to receive a confirmation number.

Kearney Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected condition, in accordance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Nebraska Equal Education Opportunity Act.

• Dellene Bosard, Human Resources
• Central Office (WLRC)
• Email: