WISHRAM SCHOOL DISTRICT - WISHRAM, WASHINGTON
Superintendent/Principal
Recruitment
The Wishram School Board seeks a superintendent/principal who is committed to student
success and educational excellence; promotes collaborative team building with a dedicated
staff; and believes in, and promotes the idea that, the small rural school environment
provides a unique and high quality education for students.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
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Is a tested successful leader and manager with the energy and willingness to oversee
the full scope of day to day operations of the district.
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Brings a collaborative spirit to the management of the district, the support of staff and
students, and the fostering of an environment focused on academic achievement.
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Creates and promotes a community of learners. Provides for the needs of all students
to allow every student to reach his/her maximum potential.
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Maintains a safe and productive learning environment for students and staff.
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Is fair and consistent in staff relations and the management of student behavior
and discipline.
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Builds and maintains positive board relationships and serves as the Board secretary.
Provides the Board with the information and data necessary to make informed
decisions. Ensures board policies and decisions are fairly and consistently implemented.
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Demonstrates experience with school budget and finance, operations, technology,
and facilities management.
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Demonstrates knowledge of Washington school law, academic standards, professional
development and evaluation systems.
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Actively participates in school and community events. Builds strong parent and
community support.
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Ensures that the district complies with all state and federal mandates, laws, policies
and regulations.
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Exhibits strong ethics and honesty
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Communicates in a thoughtful and positive manner.
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Values the rural small school environment and is committed to advancing the academic
achievement of students and the professional development of staff.
The Superintendent/Principal performs all the duties of the superintendent and principal for
the Wishram school district. The Superintendent/Principal also serves as the Board secretary.
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WISHRAM SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Candidates must hold or be eligible to hold a Washington State principal certificate with a
superintendent credential preferred. Candidates must have at least three years teaching or
administrative experience in K-12 education.
Wishram offers a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits and
membership in the Washington State Retirement System.
Our School and Community
Located in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge national scenic area, Wishram offers pre-K
through 12 grade education to 93 students. Operating on a single campus and with an
annual budget of $1.874 million, the district offers the many benefits of a small school
district as well as outstanding supplemental programs that draw on the talents of our staff
and the resources of surrounding communities. One such example is the partnership with
the Lyle School District to offer combined athletics.
The district also sponsors annual community activities such as a Cultural Exchange
celebrating the area’s Native American history, book fairs, open houses, and a
Halloween Carnival.
Wishram is a district in demand with student numbers increasing. Currently 20% of the
district’s students live outside Wishram’s boundaries and are enrolled by choice. Additional
families inquiring about registering their children are on a waitlist for enrollment. Although
a high poverty district, with over 90% of students eligible for free and reduced lunch,
Wishram’s student academic growth rates rank third in the region.
Wishram students benefit from a dedicated, highly qualified, and long-tenured staff.
The district employs 9 teachers and 11 classified staff members in addition to the
Superintendent/Principal.
Wishram offers the quality of life of a small community and the beauty and recreation
activities of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy
fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and windsurfing just minutes from the district. An
abundance of museums, vineyards, orchards, and cultural opportunities, restaurants,
and shopping venues are all available within an hour of the district.
The Portland/Vancouver metropolitan area is a picturesque 90 minute drive from Wishram.
Application Process
The Wishram Board of Directors has retained Educational Service District 112 to assist in
the superintendent/principal search process. For more information and an application
please visit the ESD 112 website at www.esd112.org/hropenings/.
A Completed Application Will Include:
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Letter of interest
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Completed Wishram School District superintendent/principal application form
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Resume
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Names and contact information of three professional references
5.
Unofficial transcripts or placement files
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A statement addressing experience/skills in educational leadership, student behavior
management, communication, fiscal and organizational management, board relations,
planning/vision, personnel administration and experience with Washington state’s
teacher evaluation system (TPEP).
Only completed applications received by the specified deadline of March 20, 2015 will
be referred for consideration. The Board of Directors reserves the right to review any
candidate until a superintendent/principal is selected.
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How to apply
Applications and inquiries
should be addressed to:
Educational Service District 112
Attn: Melissa Kreuder
2500 NE 65th Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98661
360.952.3328
E-mail:
[email protected]
Wishram School District recognizes the diversity
and worth of all individuals. Wishram School
District does not discriminate on the basis of
race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age,
honorably discharged veteran or military status,
families with children, sex, marital status, sexual
orientation including gender expression or
identity, or non-job related physical, sensory or
mental disabilities, or use of a trained guide dog
or service animal in any educational programs,
activities, or employment. All Wishram School
job offers are contingent on the satisfactory
completion of a criminal background check.
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