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District/Company:
Gates Chili Central School District
Location:
Rochester, NY
Position Description:
The Gates Chili Middle School Principal serves as the instructional and organizational leader of the school, responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment where all students and staff can thrive. As a member of the district leadership team and under the direction of the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent, the principal provides strategic leadership in advancing high-quality teaching and learning, developing staff capacity, strengthening school culture, and ensuring equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students. Through collaborative leadership, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement, the principal aligns building priorities, practices, and resources with the district's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Candidates selected for a first-round interview will be contacted by Human Resources. The date for first-round interviews will be January 6, 2027. Candidates invited back for a finalist "Day in the District" must be available January 12, 13 and 14, with all finalists being required to attend a finalist forum on the evening of January 14, 2027. More detailed information will be shared with finalists, if selected.
Qualifications:
Provides instructional and organizational leadership to ensure a high-quality educational experience and effective daily operations of the school.
Establishes and communicates a shared vision for student success, high expectations, and continuous school improvement aligned with district priorities.
Leads, supervises, supports, and evaluates faculty and staff, including Assistant Principals, while fostering professional growth, accountability, and leadership development.
Promotes high-quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices through classroom observations, meaningful feedback, professional learning, and collaboration.
Oversees building operations, including staffing, scheduling, budgets, facilities, resources, school activities, and the effective implementation of school programs and procedures.
Cultivates a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school environment that promotes positive relationships, student engagement, and a strong sense of belonging.
Collaborates with district leadership and fellow administrators to advance district initiatives, align building practices with strategic priorities, and support districtwide improvement.
Uses student learning data and other relevant evidence to identify needs, establish improvement priorities, monitor progress, and inform instructional and organizational decisions.
Leads the implementation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to address students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
Establishes and maintains consistent behavioral expectations and ensures effective implementation of the district's Code of Conduct and Support, restorative practices, and culturally responsive approaches.
Develops a collaborative professional culture that promotes shared leadership, collective responsibility, staff engagement, and continuous improvement.
Ensures effective building safety and emergency preparedness procedures, including required drills, crisis response planning, and collaboration with district personnel.
Establishes effective structures for faculty meetings, building leadership teams, committees, and collaborative decision-making.
Ensures effective office procedures, records management, reporting, and stewardship of school property and resources.
Fosters meaningful partnerships with families and community stakeholders through effective communication, engagement, and collaborative problem-solving.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, Board of Education policies, and district procedures.
Salary Range:
$110,000 annual starting salary (negotiable based on experience)
Application Deadline:
12/07/2026
Contact Information:
Tonya Dickerson tndickerson@gateschili.org
District/Company:
Gates Chili Central School District
Location:
Rochester, NY
Position Description:
The Gates Chili Middle School Principal serves as the instructional and organizational leader of the school, responsible for fostering a positive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment where all students and staff can thrive. As a member of the district leadership team and under the direction of the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent, the principal provides strategic leadership in advancing high-quality teaching and learning, developing staff capacity, strengthening school culture, and ensuring equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students. Through collaborative leadership, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement, the principal aligns building priorities, practices, and resources with the district's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Candidates selected for a first-round interview will be contacted by Human Resources. The date for first-round interviews will be January 6, 2027. Candidates invited back for a finalist "Day in the District" must be available January 12, 13 and 14, with all finalists being required to attend a finalist forum on the evening of January 14, 2027. More detailed information will be shared with finalists, if selected.
Qualifications:
Provides instructional and organizational leadership to ensure a high-quality educational experience and effective daily operations of the school.
Establishes and communicates a shared vision for student success, high expectations, and continuous school improvement aligned with district priorities.
Leads, supervises, supports, and evaluates faculty and staff, including Assistant Principals, while fostering professional growth, accountability, and leadership development.
Promotes high-quality curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices through classroom observations, meaningful feedback, professional learning, and collaboration.
Oversees building operations, including staffing, scheduling, budgets, facilities, resources, school activities, and the effective implementation of school programs and procedures.
Cultivates a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive school environment that promotes positive relationships, student engagement, and a strong sense of belonging.
Collaborates with district leadership and fellow administrators to advance district initiatives, align building practices with strategic priorities, and support districtwide improvement.
Uses student learning data and other relevant evidence to identify needs, establish improvement priorities, monitor progress, and inform instructional and organizational decisions.
Leads the implementation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) to address students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.
Establishes and maintains consistent behavioral expectations and ensures effective implementation of the district's Code of Conduct and Support, restorative practices, and culturally responsive approaches.
Develops a collaborative professional culture that promotes shared leadership, collective responsibility, staff engagement, and continuous improvement.
Ensures effective building safety and emergency preparedness procedures, including required drills, crisis response planning, and collaboration with district personnel.
Establishes effective structures for faculty meetings, building leadership teams, committees, and collaborative decision-making.
Ensures effective office procedures, records management, reporting, and stewardship of school property and resources.
Fosters meaningful partnerships with families and community stakeholders through effective communication, engagement, and collaborative problem-solving.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, Board of Education policies, and district procedures.
Salary Range:
$110,000 annual starting salary (negotiable based on experience)
Application Deadline:
12/07/2026
Contact Information:
Tonya Dickerson tndickerson@gateschili.org
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Who's Hiring
- Mastery Schools10
- Prince William County Public Schools8
- Columbus City Schools6
- Allentown School District5
- Gwinnett County Public Schools5
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school principal jobs.
- Master's degree in educational leadership, administration, or a related field
- Valid state principal or administrator license or certification
- Five or more years of classroom teaching experience
- Experience leading school improvement or turnaround initiatives
- Proficiency with student information systems and data analysis tools
- Knowledge of federal and state education compliance requirements including IDEA and Title I
Tips for Your School Principal Job Search
Tailor your resume to district priorities
School districts use applicant tracking systems that scan for terms like data-driven instruction, MTSS, and professional learning communities. Pull language directly from each job posting and weave it into your resume's experience bullets to pass initial screening.
Highlight measurable student outcome gains
Hiring committees want proof your leadership moved the needle. Quantify improvements in graduation rates, attendance, disciplinary incidents, or state assessment scores from schools you've led or coached, even if the gains were modest and hard-won.
Get your administrator licensure verified early
Most states require a principal license or certificate before you can be hired, and verification can take weeks. Confirm your credential is active, transferable across state lines if you're relocating, and listed correctly on your application materials.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school principal openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience level and specialization and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prepare a leadership philosophy statement
Many school principal applications require a written leadership philosophy before the interview stage. Draft a concise statement that connects your instructional vision to community engagement and equitable outcomes, then adapt it for each district's stated values.
Negotiate start date and onboarding support
Principal offers often include flexibility on start date, professional development budgets, and administrative staffing. Ask specifically about budget authority, existing team structure, and whether the district provides a mentorship cohort for incoming principals.
School Principal Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school principals?
The companies hiring the most school principals right now include Mastery Schools, Prince William County Public Schools, and Columbus City Schools, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban public school districts consistently post the highest volume of openings throughout the hiring cycle.
How many school principal jobs are remote?
About 3% of school principal openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the inherently on-site nature of school leadership roles. The small remote share tends to cluster in district-level curriculum director positions, online charter school administration, and educational consulting roles that carry a principal title.
How do you become a school principal?
Start by earning a master's degree in educational leadership or administration, then obtain your state's principal licensure or certification, which typically requires a supervised internship in a school building. Build several years of teaching experience alongside leadership roles such as department chair, instructional coach, or assistant principal to demonstrate readiness for a full building-leadership position.
Can you get hired as a school principal with little administrative experience?
Yes, some districts hire first-time principals from the teacher-leader pipeline, particularly in hard-to-staff schools or through grow-your-own principal residency programs. Strengthening your candidacy means documenting informal leadership such as leading school improvement teams, mentoring new teachers, or managing a school-wide initiative, alongside your required licensure and graduate degree.
What does the school principal interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a screening interview conducted by a district HR representative, followed by a panel interview with central office administrators, teachers, and sometimes parent or community representatives. Finalists are often asked to deliver a mock staff meeting, respond to a school scenario in writing, or complete a formal walk-through of the school building before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to school principal jobs?
You can find and apply to school principal jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your license, experience level, and preferred district type, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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