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Henderson County
School Principal
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A School Principal manages all operations within a school, providing leadership and management to teachers and other staff. Ensures that teaching staff have the resources they need to meet the state's curriculum requirements. May be required to attend parent consultations, taking parent suggestions and discussing the educational needs of individual students.
$125,597 / year median in Kentucky
+4% projected growth
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Organization Details
Organization Information Located on the southern bank of the Ohio River in NW Kentucky, Henderson County Schools is a Distinguished district serving 7100 preschool through 12th grade students in 1 preschool center, 8 elementaries, 2 middle schools, a high school, a career/technical center, and an alternative education center. The district pledges to provide rigid academic standards through a varied curriculum to meet student needs today while having a vision for tomorrow. To demonstrate this our district mission, vision and core values were developed to address our desire to excel as a national innovative leader in education. The district's population mirrors the diversity of the Henderson community. 60% qualify for free/reduced meals, 12% receive gifted services & 11% receive special education services. HCS employs over 1100 staff members who provide extraordinary educational opportunities for every student.
Organization Website http://www.henderson.kyschools.us
Organization Address 1805 Second St
Henderson, KY 42420
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Vacancy
Cox@Henderson.
Kyschools.us
ID 20262027 - 01334
Position Category School Principal Title School Principal DescriptionMUNIS CODE
1010 DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES
The principal has the responsibility of seeing that all employees under direct supervision fulfill their working obligations regarding time and efficiency to the best of their ability. This includes any employee who is paid an additional salary above his/her base as an extra-service increment. Shall under the supervision of the Superintendent be responsible for the general management and discipline of his/her school and for the care and use of the building, grounds, and all equipment. Shall be responsible for the management of all public funds handled in the school. The principal shall maintain an adequate internal accounting system and provide an annual financial report to the Board. Shall develop a comprehensive program of public relations. Shall be responsible to see that all unauthorized persons are restricted from school grounds during school days and all school functions. Shall be responsible for constant evaluat Comments To apply and see the full job description and posting, go to www.henderson.kyschools.us; then click on Employment to complete your online application. Henderson County Schools is an Equal Educational Opportunity Employer. Start Date 08/01/2026 Posted Date 08/05/2026 Vacancy Type Full-Time Grade Level P-5 Elementary Organization Henderson County Sub Organization(s) East Heights Elementary School Subject Area(s) None Contact(s) Jinger Carter (270) 831-5000 jinger.carter@henderson.kyschools.us Lisa Cox (270) 831-5000 Lisa.Cox@Henderson.
Kyschools.us