NOTICE OF PRINCIPAL VACANCY

The Hamilton R-II Board of Education is seeking candidates for the position of Penney High School (9-12) Principal for the 2024-2025 school year.  Located in Hamilton, Missouri, the district serves approximately 615 students in grades PK-12 (approximately 185 students in grades 9-12).

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION            

Letter of Application

Current Resume

Current Credentials or Placement Papers

Current Principal Certificate

Other Supporting Documents 

Questions about the Application Process or Position may be directed to Dr. Billie McGraw/ Superintendent at 816-583-4811 or mcgraw@hamilton.k12.mo.us

TIMELINE

The following timeline has been established in order to complete the selection process.

Closing date for receiving applications     May 13, 2024

Screening & Interview dates                   March 7-16, 2024

Selection of Principal                              May 16, 2024

Approval of Principal                               May 16, 2024

Employment contract year begins            July 1, 2024

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Must hold, or be eligible for, a valid Missouri Principal Certificate by July 1, 2024.  

Successful completion of a background check as determined by Hamilton School District is a prerequisite for the position.

EXPERIENCE

Candidates must have had a minimum of 3 years of successful secondary teaching experience.  Successful school administration and supervision experience is desired.  

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with the Board of Education, and Superintendent.

Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with teachers and support staff.

Ability to maintain a positive school environment focusing on the well-being of students and staff.

Ability to provide professional educational leadership.

Ability to select, assign, support and evaluate staff.

Ability to secure and maintain desired student behavioral patterns. 

Ability to delegate authority yet maintain accountability.

Ability to maintain strong communication skills with students, staff and community.

Ability to promote and revise curriculum.

Ability to effectively use computers, including apps and software such as Google Suites apps, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. 

Strong knowledge of effective high school course instruction is preferred.

 HAMILTON R-II SCHOOL DISTRICT

INFORMATION FOR PRINCIPAL CANDIDATES

This is a 12 month position with employment beginning on July 1, 2024.  Salary and benefits are commensurate with the Hamilton R-II Administrative Salary Schedule.  The board will discuss salary, fringe benefits, contractual terms and conditions in detail with the final candidates.

Hamilton R-II School District is an equal opportunity employer.  The district does not discriminate on the basis of sex in admission to, or employment in, its educational programs or activities.  Inquiries to recipients concerning this application of Title IX and its implementing regulation may be referred to Chris Anderson, Title IX Coordinator, at the Hamilton R-II School District, P.O. Box 130, Hamilton MO 64644