Middle School Principal - 2026-2027

Middle School Principal - 2026-2027 Winchester Public Schools, Virginia Daniel Morgan Middle School - Winchester, Virginia Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in

Winchester Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5700044

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description SUMMARY:

Winchester Public Schools seeks an experienced, dynamic educator with outstanding professional and interpersonal skills to lead Daniel Morgan Middle School. The successful candidate will possess the experience and skills to lead the instructional team, engage the entire school community, and build a strong school culture.

QUALIFICATIONS

Possess a Virginia Postgraduate Professional license (or ability to attain) with an endorsement in educational administration. Minimum of three years of successful administrative experience at the school level with experience at the middle school level preferred. The position requires outstanding personal and professional characteristics; dynamic and proven leadership in a high achieving middle school school; ability to work effectively with school personnel and members of the community; superior writing and speaking skills; strong instructional knowledge and demonstrated leadership in the management of instructional programs; and a master at team development to achieve results.

LOCATION

: Winchester Public Schools is comprised of one high school, one middle school, one intermediate school, four elementary schools including a Pre-K program, and one alternative education program serving over 4,000 students, supported by approximately 725 full-time employees. Winchester is situated in the picturesque Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, 65 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. Its location, rich history, and diverse economic base make it an attractive community in which to live.

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience. Range is $113,300 - $174,480 based on the 2026-2027 salary scale. Additional $8,460 for earned Doctorate Degree.

WORKDAY:

Full time/12 months/260 Days

START DATE

July 1, 2026

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Sandy Shernick , Human Resources Coordinator 598 N. Kent St. Winchester, Virginia 22601

Phone:

540-667-4253

Email:

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