Russell-Tyler-Ruthton (RTR) Public Schools is seeking a (6-12) Secondary Principal with a current MN license in Professional Administrative Principal K-12; or the ability to obtain this licensure. The RTR School District is a rural southwest MN school district with approximate enrollment of 660 students; encompassing the communities of Russell, Tyler, and Ruthton. The RTR School District just opened a new (PreK – 12) facility in Tyler, MN in September 2021. See District Webpage: rtrschools.org.
Successful Secondary Principal Candidate must be able to meet the following needs of the District:
· Execute the school’s vision, mission, and strategic goals to support success for all students.
· Drive instructional improvements by implementing proven student growth strategies.
· Facilitate the design and implementation of rigorous, standards-based instruction.
· Drive decision making with data, always be transparent, and then motivate staff to improve.
· Provide strong and collaborative leadership with an honest, transparent, and inclusive style.
· Demonstrate commitment to high academic, social-emotional, and whole child development.
· Establish and maintain a safe and nurturing environment for students, staff, and families.
· Adhere to all Federal/State education mandates and regulations such as IDEA, 504, and Title IX.
· Comply with all local, state, and federal laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
· Enforce guidelines and policies for staff and students to maintain proper discipline and conduct.
· Engage effectively with District Office on personnel, equipment, supplies, and budgets.
· Promote a positive school climate to encourage leadership and to actively engage in learning.
· Advocate for family and community engagement in support of all school initiatives.
· Demonstrate high of level communication skills with ability to foster strong relationships.
· Demonstrate knowledge of technology for instruction, management, and communication.
· Demonstrate success as an educational leader with proven ability to raise achievement scores.