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High School Principal

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Position Title: High School Principal
Status: Full-Time 1.0
School Name: Moose Lake Community School
School Website: https://www.mooselake.k12.mn.us/
Opening Date: March 21, 2025
Closing Date: April 11, 2025
Location: Moose Lake, MN
Duty Days: 210 days per year
Anticipated Date of Employment: July 1, 2025

Moose Lake Community School is seeking an innovative and student-centered High School Principal to lead our 7-12 learning community. The ideal candidate will be an instructional leader who fosters academic excellence, cultivates a positive and inclusive school culture, and collaborates with students, staff, and families to ensure student success. The Principal will be responsible for managing daily school operations, overseeing curriculum and instruction, supporting teacher development, and maintaining a safe and effective learning environment.

Reports To: Superintendent
Compensation: $95,000 or more, based on experience, plus benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Moose Lake Community School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit the School Pro K12 application portal HERE

Or apply directly HERE

Administrative Licensure Requirement

Candidates must currently hold or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota K-12 Principal License as a condition of employment.

Eligibility Considerations
Candidates may not be eligible for licensure in Minnesota if they:

  • Lack the necessary educational qualifications, such as a master’s degree or higher in educational administration, leadership, or a related field.
  • Have not completed a state-approved administrative licensure program or its equivalent.
  • Do not meet Minnesota’s required years of teaching or educational leadership experience.
  • Have unresolved licensure issues in other states, including disciplinary actions or revocations.
  • Are unable to pass required background checks or provide the necessary documentation for licensure application.
  • Do not meet the reciprocity requirements if they are licensed in another state.

Applicants are encouraged to review their eligibility status or contact the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) for guidance before applying.

Application Deadline

To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received prior to 11:59 p.m. on April 11, 2025.

Lead Search Consultant

Dr. Eric Skanson, Lead Search Consultant for Moose Lake Community School’s Superintendent of Schools search, is available to answer questions and provide additional information about the position. Contact Dr. Skanson at [email protected] or call/text at 320.492.3462.

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Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Lake of the Woods School’s main office is located in Baudette, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 420 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://lakeofthewoodsschool.org/

City Website:   https://www.ci.baudette.mn.us/

https://williamsminnesota.com/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Lake of the Woods School Board seeks a superintendent with strong leadership skills in:

  • Ethical & Accountable Leadership: Demonstrates integrity and delegates effectively, ensuring clear accountability.
  • Strategic Financial Stewardship: Experienced in school finance, optimizing resources for fiscal responsibility.
  • Successful Resource Development: Proven ability in fundraising and grant acquisition to support district goals.
  • Effective Policy & Operations: Implements clear procedures that translate board policy into efficient practices.
  • Data-Driven Student Improvement: Utilizes data and resources to enhance student achievement and test scores.
  • Visible & Collaborative Governance: Accessible leader, working cooperatively with the board and community.

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $110,000 – $140,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. Additional benefits available may include: Health/Life/LTD insurance, among other benefits.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on March 31, 2025, and must include the completed online application.

Contact Lee Warne at 507-828-2468 ([email protected]) with questions.  Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Lake of the Woods School is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.

Superintendent

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NOTE:  this is a 0.6 FTE Superintendent position

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Hill City School District’s main office is located in Hill City, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 270 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.isd002.org/page/3075/

City Website:    https://www.hillcity-mn.com/ 

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Hill City School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Has proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
  • Has experience in school finance
  • Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Has experience in school district management practices

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT:  A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 12, 2024

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 2024, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Hill City School District Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).

Please contact with any questions:  Lee Warne, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected]  or 507-828-2468.

Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Hill City School District is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.