| Position Category | Administration |
| Position Type | Junior High Principal |
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| School District | Purcell Public Schools |
| City, State | Purcell, OK |
| Description | Purcell Public Schools, home of the Dragons, is a growing district located in the heart of Oklahoma. We pride ourselves on being "just the right size" to provide a high-quality, personalized education while offering robust extracurricular opportunities in STEM, Athletics, Fine Arts, and more. With a supportive community and a multimillion-dollar bond recently passed to improve facilities, Purcell is an excellent place for an innovative leader to thrive. Purcell Junior High (serving grades 6–8) is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Principal. The successful candidate will foster a safe, inclusive, and high-achieving learning environment. We are looking for an instructional leader who is passionate about middle-level education, data-driven decision-making, and building strong relationships with students, staff, and families. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation of district curriculum and state academic standards. Oversee student discipline, attendance, and safety protocols. Analyze student data to guide instruction and improve state testing performance. Manage the school budget and maintain effective communication with the district administration and the community. Foster a positive school culture centered on the "Dragon" spirit of excellence. |
| Required Qualifications | Education: Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or Administration. Certification: Valid Oklahoma Secondary Principal Certificate (or ability to obtain). Experience: Successful experience in classroom teaching; prior administrative experience preferred. Skills: Strong communication skills, proficiency in school management software, and a deep understanding of the social-emotional needs of junior high students. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Culture Builder: Demonstrated ability to foster a positive, inclusive school climate rooted in kindness, respect, and "Dragon Pride." Data-Informed: Proficiency in using data (e.g., OSTP results, local benchmarks) to identify learning gaps and lead Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Collaborative Partner: Ability to build strong, transparent relationships with parents, students, staff and local stakeholders. Visible Leader: A commitment to being "on the ground"—present in hallways, classrooms, and at extracurricular events (STEM, Fine Arts, Athletics). Adaptive Communicator: Strong digital literacy and experience using modern communication tools (social media, district apps) to engage families. |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Cover Letter |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Resume |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Transcripts |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Reference List |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Letter(s) of Reference |
| Include the following materials with your application: | Teaching/Administration Certification |
| Application Instructions | Apply online at www.purcellps.org. Send application materials to Jordan Simmons simmonsj@purcellps.org 405-442-0099. |
| Link | Purcell Public Schools |
| Contact Name | Dr. Sheli McAdoo |
| Contact Email | mcadoos@purcellps.org |