Middle School Principal

Share Salary Not Available Position range in Farmington MSA $86k - $115k Per Year Heights Middle School Principal Farmington Municipal Schools

Occupation:

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary

Location:

Farmington, NM - 87401 Positions available: 1 Job #: 2837

Source:

Farmington Municipal Schools

Posted:

04/23/2026

Web Site:

www.farmingtonschools.us

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education

• Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration.

Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Middle School Principal Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Schools, to provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of a Middle School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development. Essential Functions

• Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance and records as required by law.
• Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
• Coordinates with the central office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
• Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques.
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
• Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.

Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

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The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone. Additional Information Help for Additional Information. Opens a new window. Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of Middle school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to develop and implement projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile Certification/License:

• State Certification as required for position.
• Teaching Certification in related area (i.e., Middle School or subject area and grade level).
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. Education
• Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration. Experience
• Successful teaching experience at the Middle School level preferred.
• Successful administrative experience at the Middle School level preferred.

FLSA Status:

Exempt Visit the Employer site for more details Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window. Farmington Municipal Schools Social Links Connect with Farmington Municipal Schools Other Local Jobs from Farmington Municipal Schools Help for Other Local Jobs from. Opens a new window. Change to Grid view Pause Carousel Previous Slide Next Slide Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 Head Coach Cheer Farmington Municipal Schools Farmington, NM Coaches and Scouts Regular Education Institution - 1 day ago The Head Varsity Coach will supervise practice, contests, travel, equipment and other requirements related to the sport they are coaching. They are to ensure student safety and eligibility for participating in the sport.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibility and Authority Supervisors are the athletic director, and principal.

• Job Responsibilities
• Supervise students during practices and games including locker room, around the building, and gym area
• Ensure participants maintain acceptable standards of behavior and decorum.
• Assist in conducting and supervising practices throughout the sport season.

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• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the c school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs.

Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

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