Position Type:
Leadership (Building Level)/Principal
Date Posted:
11/12/2026
Location:
Derby North Middle School
Date Available:
Closing Date:
01/18/2027
Interested candidates should submit their applications by midnight on January 18, 2027. Interviews will be held during the first part of February.
Salary: $125,000-$140,000; based on experience
Fringe Benefits: $840 Communication & $300 Travel Stipends
This position is on a 218 day calendar. Projected start/end dates for 2027-28 are July 13, 2026 - June 7, 2027.
All Job Descriptions are posted on our Job Description. JD #122
See the 2027 Benefit Guide for more information on health insurance, supplemental insurances, and other benefits our teachers are eligible for.
Middle School Principal
Job Description #122
Purpose: The Middle School Principal provides professional leadership in organizing, administering, supervising and evaluating a creative school program. To accomplish these tasks, the Middle School Principal works closely with the community, staff and administration of Derby Public Schools.
Responsible to: Superintendent
Salary: Annual Contract
Qualifications:
1. Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
2. Current Kansas State Building Administrator, District School Administrator or Building Leadership license on file in the Central Office.
3. Desire to continue career improvement.
Essential Functions:
1. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
a. Provide professional leadership in organizing, administering, supervising and evaluating a creative school program.
b. Establish an optimal learning environment within the school.
c. Ensure that all school programs and activities conform to district guidelines.
d. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
e. Work effectively with community organizations.
f. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
g. Responsible for building level special education administration.
h. Support the value of an education.
i. Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
j. Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.
2. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
a. Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
b. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
c. Occasionally requires stooping, bending and reaching.
d. Requires the ability to occasionally travel.
e. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.
f. Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
g. Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
General Responsibilities:
1. Develop a program for the evaluation and improvement of instruction to ensure maximum educational benefits for students.
2. Develop a functioning education philosophy consistent with the values of the community, teachers, school administration and Board of Education.
3. Develop a comprehensive curriculum and program of services in cooperation with teachers and central office staff.
4. Develop an atmosphere of respect, interest and enthusiasm within the school.
5. Communicate openly and effectively with students, community, staff and administration.
6. Supervise and provide for the general welfare of students during the school day, on school trips and during school activities.
7. Maintain effective programs to strengthen and monitor pupil discipline, attendance and individual progress.
8. Select and assign certified and classified personnel.
9. Delegate duties for effective staff utilization but assume final responsibility for the overall school program.
10. Encourage the professional growth of teachers by advanced training, experimentation and evaluation.
11. Administer district policies in the operation of the school.
12. Administer the school budget.
13. Supervise the maintenance of school records and file necessary reports.
14. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements of the various governmental agencies.
15. Plan and organize the school day and year to provide for efficient operation of the school.
16. Supervise the maintenance of a safe, clean, attractive and well-kept buildings and grounds.
17. Make effective use of consultants and specialists in program and staff development.
18. Work cooperatively with peers in sharing ideas, techniques and procedures for improvement of the learning environment.
19. Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
20. Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
21. Other duties as assigned by the superintendent or other administrative staff.
