Benton CSD High School Principal (Van Horne, IA)

Benton CSD High School Principal, Van Horne, IA 

Application deadline:  March 26
Application link: https://www.applitrack.com/benton/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration
District Website: https://www.benton.k12.ia.us/

About the district: Benton Community School District’s is located near the Cedar Rapids corridor. The district covers 342 square miles and includes the communities of Atkins, Blairstown, Elberon, Keystone, Newhall, Norway, Van Horne, and Watkins.

Benton Community staff at the middle and high school levels support students’ academic needs in a trusting environment where students feel physically and emotionally safe. Students enjoy a rigorous and relevant curriculum with personal Chromebooks at the high school level.

Position Purpose:

The High School Principal will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the high school, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for students. This role includes overseeing staff performance, continuous improvement efforts, and student achievement while fostering strong community engagement. The principal will collaborate with staff, parents, and district leadership to implement educational goals and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. As a key figure in a rural school district, the principal will serve as an advocate for students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration.
• Sixth year, doctorate, or other planned program in related field preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of successful teaching experience at the high school level, preferably in more than one grade level.
• Iowa administrator licensure
• Evaluator Approval

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful administrative experience at the high school level preferred.

For questions regarding the position, contact Trent Grundmeyer at tgrundmeyer@gmail.com or visit https://www.grundmeyerleadersearch.com/