Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Principal at Meadowlark Elementary School starting the 2025-2026 school year.  This position has a 215 day contract with competitive salary and benefits. Candidates must hold a valid Administrator's Certificate. Position is open until filled. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  The administrator will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Nebraska authority.  In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of the Kearney Public Schools, all administrators shall meet the following employment criteria:

1. Master’s Degree in Education is required. Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a K-6 Principal endorsement.
2. Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting preferred.
3. Knowledge of curriculum development, technology, supervision of staff, staff evaluation, discipline policies, school laws, management of staff and students, planning, and community relations.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)

1. Provides direction for Assistant Principal, staff and students.
2. Provides leadership by implementing and supervising an effective instructional program.
3. Establishes building goals and objectives, curriculum development, staff in-service and annual budget.
4. Supervises the development of the master schedule; conducts staff evaluations.
5. Monitors and makes recommendations to B&G for improvement and up-keep of facilities and grounds.
6. Projects future educational needs and expectations.
7. Establishes and maintains effective oral and written communication.
8. Plans and provides for personal needs of students and staff.
9. Serves on school-based, community-based, and district-wide committees.
10. Implements building goals and objectives, district policies, staff selection, training and evaluation.
11. Modifies instruction to meet student needs with assistance from appropriate directors and supervisors.
12. Conducts marketing of education programs.
13. Counsels staff, students, and parents.
14. Provides appropriate and safe environment for learning.
15. Serves as a positive school representative when working with the media.
16. Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:             Never       Occasional        Frequent      Constant

                                                                 0%             1-32%              33-66%           67%+                                       

1. Standing                                                                                      X                     
2. Walking                                                                                       X
3. Sitting                                                                                          X
4. Bending/Stooping                                                   X
5. Reaching/Pushing/Pulling                                                              X
6. Climbing                                                                X
7. Driving                                                                  X
8. Physical Tasks
9. Lifting    50 lbs. Max                                               X
10. Carrying    200 Ft.
11. Manual Dexterity Tasks:   Sedentary     Light     Medium     Heavy     Very Heavy

         Specifically:  Writing, computer, carrying equipment, tables & chairs, etc.

 

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory)

-Excellent oral and written communication skills.

-Demonstrates stress management and interpersonal skills

-Demonstrates leadership and works well on various teams.

-Works well with children and adults.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:: Heated/air conditioned offices & buildings; all weather conditions.

 

This position is subject to a veterans' preference.

 

You may attach your Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation.

 

Or you may have your Credential file sent to Kearney Public Schools Human Resource office at 320 W 24th St, Kearney NE 68845 or emailed to dbosard@kearneycats.com. We will scan and attached them to your application file.

 

If you have previously applied through the KPS School Recruiter/TalentEd Recruit & Hire website, log in, click the "Apply for this Position" button. Applicant information will pre-fill from previous application. Changes or updates can be made to this information before it is submitted and you receive a new confirmation number.

 

To be considered for this position, you must click the "Apply for this Position" button and continue through the pages until you submit the application and receive a confirmation number.
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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION 

The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination.  This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.

 

The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

 

Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 –

Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources

Kearney Public Schools

320 West 24th Street

Kearney, NE  68845

308-698-8011

melherrmann@kearneycats.com

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