Secondary Principal

Secondary Principal

High School

Notice of Vacancy
DATE OF NOTICE: February, 2026

POSITION: 7-12 Principal 2026-2027 School Year

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITES OF THE PRINCIPAL

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Elementary and/or Secondary Licensure.
2. Administrative Licensure by New Mexico Public Education Department or working in a planned program with a University/College leading towards an NMPED Administrative License.
3. Knowledgeable about or experience involving school Administration.
4. Demonstrated leadership qualities.
5. Other qualifications determined to be necessary by the Superintendent.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SUPERVISES: Staff members assigned to the site and others as designated by the Superintendent.

JOB GOAL: To provide and be responsible and accountable for the Instructional leadership at the assigned site in the School District. Through that leadership, and collaboration the Principal as a member of the Administrative Team will facilitate the implementation of the Instructional program through the building staff by; supervising and evaluating the staff, and insure compliance with all applicable statutes and regulations. The Principal’s leadership will support innovative, effective communication, and a safe and healthy learning environment for students and staff. All tasks and responsibilities will be carried out
under the direct guidance of the Director of Instruction/Superintendent.

PERFORMANCE RESONSIBLITIES
The Principal shall:
1. Interpret and carry out board policies, education standards and be in compliance with New Mexico Public Education Department and North Central Accreditation and develop a School Improvement Plan for their assigned school.
2. Implement Content Standards/Bench marks and performs Curriculum Audits and oversee all student assessments (i.e. MAPS, CRT, Level, IPT, DIBELS, NMHSCE etc…) and implement test security precautions as required by School Board Policy and State Board of Education Regulations.
3. Gather, disaggregate, enter, graph, interpret data and analyze assessments and develop interventions/strategies for school and student improvement at their assigned schools.
4. Develop, implement, maintain and update school’s EPSS.
5. Provide and be responsible and accountable for school level instructional leadership on all subject matter, inclusive of curriculum/bilingual curriculum, curriculum development, implementation, instructional improvement, professional mentoring, curriculum alignment, bench marks, performance standards/assessments, standards based education, and evaluation of programs; develop a School Improvement Plan for assigned school and implement the educational Plan for Student Success, (Kindergarten thru 4th; 5th thru 8th; 9th thru 12th).
6. Be visible and make informal or formal observations on teacher competencies, teaching techniques, student’s time on task, classroom management, student learning outcomes, and student daily attendance. Personally review grade sheets and report cards on a 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and
4th nine (9) weeks basis.
7. Work with staff and Parent Advisory groups, inclusive of and other groups for maximum effectiveness and make recommendations to the Superintendent for school improvement.
8. Assess program and fiscal needs of the school by reviewing student achievement in basic, bilingual, special education, vocational and all operational and federal program(s), inclusive of School Based health Services and Technology.
9. Secure and account for all district properties and equipment assigned to the Principal’s jurisdiction by maintaining an inventory and updating the inventory annually.
10. Establish an atmosphere at the school which will:
a. Promote communications with faculty, staff, students, parents, and community.
b. Promote a mutual understanding of the concern, opinion, and feelings of each group.
c. Provide the community with a Newsletter on a monthly basis.
d. Be responsible for news media releases.
e. Supervise and set up a supervision schedule for safety purposes during the work days/school days and school activities.
11. Perform the essential principal competencies as delineated in the Principal’s Evaluation Plan and frequently review cumulative student records.
12. Assure that each respective teacher maintains complete updated permanent cumulative records, inclusive of grade and attendance, for students which are safe from fire and theft.
13. Assure that each respective school maintains complete updated permanent records for personnel, which are safe from fire and theft.
14. Be responsible for membership accounting in accordance with Public School Finance Division’s “Manual of Procedures”, to include pupil attendance/pupil accounting and home school, through the Accountability Data System/Power School, QSP, etc. as applicable.
15. Assure that upon release of student information the procedures must be consistent as established by:
a. Inspection of Public Records Act (New Mexico Statute, Sect. 14-2-2 thru 3).
b. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 1974-20 U.S.C., Section 123g.
c. Implementing Regulations, 34 Code of Federal Regulations, part 99.
d. Implementing Regulations, 34 Code of Federal Regulations, part 300.
16. Supervise or designate another administrator or certified employee approved by the Superintendent, other then the Activity Director to supervise all after school curricular, co-curricular, academic competitions, extra-curricular activities, and assure that programs are in compliance with the New Mexico Activities Association Rule and Regulations, (applicable to Middle and High School), as well as school board policies. Also, supervise all in-district competitions being hosted by the District or applicable to school. Will have input in assigning sponsors, in order to be accountable for all co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
17. Organize and supervise Vocational Education/Concurrent Programs, with Northern New Mexico College, or any other institution (applicable to High School).
18. Promote innovative educational programs and assist in proposal writing for new grant monies, inclusive of Carl Perkins Grants for High School Focus on target areas outlined on EPSS.
19. Principals and/or designee will be responsible for supervision within cafeteria premises for discipline matters.
20. Develop the master teaching schedule with the Counselor’s assistance, and assign personnel to reflect teaching assignment and schedule supervision to work areas to be approved by the DI/Superintendent.
21. Assist the Director of Instruction and Director of Bilingual Programs in obtaining data for certain projects, provide technical assistance in developing Technology and Strategic Plans, etc… Implement and oversee the entry of data through Accountability Data System/Power School, and QSP.
22. Shall attend the entire Education Appraisal and Review (EA&R and IEP) committee meetings as mandated for Special Education and participate in filling out time studies for Medicaid Reimbursements.
23. Keep supervisor informed of events and activities of an unusual nature as well as routine matters for accountability purposes.
24. Present Job Description to staff members at the beginning of the school year. Evaluate all assigned staff according to Board Policy and initiate Professional Development Plans, (PDP) Professional Growth Plans, (PGP).
25. Be responsible for the ordering of textbooks, supplies, materials, and equipment from the appropriate allocation by following the procedures set by the Director of Instruction and Business Manager.
26. Assist in the developing and implementation of curriculum with teacher input on revisions and amendments, emphasizing the EPSS Focus Areas.
27. Be responsible for the development of required Student/Faculty Handbooks, Safety Plans and Parental Involvement Plans, as they apply to each school site.
28. Comply with State Fire Marshall regulations, fire drills and respond to reports.
29. Work collaboratively with other Principals, Director of Special Programs and the Director of Bilingual, State/Federal Programs and Instructional Programs on program improvement, instruction, curriculum, professional development plans, gather and provide data needed for Federal, State and other reports in a timely manner.
30. Supervise all assigned school facilities, inclusive of school plant, school grounds upkeep, campus, landscaping, Cafeteria, Concession, Gymnasium, Dressing Rooms, Restrooms, Football Field, Playground, Sidewalks, Parking Area, Site Transportation Services, and other personnel at respective school unit.
31. Develop an on-going information system/study on student assessment outcomes for grades Kindergarten through 12th with the assistance of the Counselor(s) for the purpose of making curriculum revisions and/or recommendation on program(s) modifications, personnel and/or budget.
32. Shall be responsible to verify the certification of attendance for all assigned employees, inclusive of all students.
33. Supervises and monitors students as the disciplinarian for the school and develops and implements an Assertive Discipline Plan that promotes a safe environment for all students.
34. Implement the attendance policy; supervise accuracy of the reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work collaboratively with the juvenile probation officer on investigations and follow-up actions.
35. Assist in organizing, supervising and assessing After School programs and Summer enhancement Program(s) for students.
36. Address hazard Communication/Asbestos/Energy Disaster Plan/Loss Control and Safety Programs.
37. Address Needs Assessment and the Facility and Maintenance Plan and implement Energy Conservation Plan.
38. Provide training to staff members that will address the District Professional Development Plan.
39. Adhere to Purchasing/Procuring Board Policy and Procedures and review Site base Budget Allocations or Activity Funds and initiate budget transfers, budget increases, budget decreases. (Due to knowledge and/or familiarity of the scope of the program(s).
40. At the request of the Superintendent, interview and/or make recommendations on employment, re-employment, discharge and/or terminate for the Superintendent’s consideration.
41. Log all out-going long distance calls and fax transmittals
42. Review and monitor telephone bills of your department and assigned staff and compare with telephone logs for accountability purposes.
43. Review and monitor Administrative Fund Budget and expenditures for accountability purposes.
44. Communicate with Surplus (State and Federal) Agencies/K-12 Gift Equipment Program regarding equipment.
45. Review student grade sheets / report cards.
46. Gather pertinent information from staff members in appropriate file with recommendation for waiver requests.
47. Meet with parents and address their concerns.
48. Deposit all Activity Funds, Cafeteria Funds, Vending machine funds, Textbook Funds and monies from fund raiser, etc… within twenty-four (24) hours with Central Office.
49. Attend board meetings as assigned by the Superintendent.
50. Implement/Oversee Special Educations Services as determined by Student IEP.
51. Responsible for providing (3-5-7-10) attendance or any other applicable attendance notices to Parents/Guardians.
52. Performs other assigned tasks required by the Superintendent.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Term of Employment to be established by the Superintendent on an annual basis through adoption of the School Calendar.

SALARY: As per QISD Salary Schedule
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application Packet available at https://www.questawildcats.com under employment. New Applicants: Application packet should include: Complete QISD Application, Current Resume.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Till filled
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: [email protected], mail to Po Box 440 Questa, NM 87556
All Applications will be screened. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.