Job Title:
GHS - Principal
Company: Goshen Community Schools
Location: Goshen, IN
Created: 2026-03-10
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
POSITION PURPOSE: Goshen Community Schools is seeking a highly qualified, licensed Principal to serve as an educational leader. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Attend training to be educated in understanding all processes, including ILT meetings, PLC meetings, MTSS meetings, and the evaluation system. Effectively evaluates staff, including all certified and classified staff members, through observations, feedback, and performance monitoring. Maintain and develop systems for a high school to function at a high level. Creates and implements operational systems and structures aligned to the district's vision and mission. Continuously analyzes data to formulate a strategic plan and monitor progress toward school-wide goals. Establishes and monitors systems to plan, implement, and monitor instruction. Schedules and attends parent meetings, as needed. Effectively supervises and evaluates the assistant principals and athletic director. Attends and supervises after-school events, as needed. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree Valid Indiana License - Building Administrator (or the ability to obtain one) Minimum of 3 years of successful building-level administrative experience required Demonstrated ability to increase student achievement results Experience coaching and supporting adults, cultivating their leadership potential, and improving their practice. Bi-lingual preferred QUALIFICATIONS: There are values and traits the applicant must demonstrate: Ability to bring a team of educators together to create a positive school environment Demonstrates reflection & continuous improvement of his/her own practice. Demonstrates strong communication skills. Leads adults to intended outcomes while managing the change process. Understands and embraces cultural diversity and responsiveness. Supports the implementation of standards-based curriculum. Builds capacity for in-depth data analysis to drive, inform, and adjust instruction and ensures there are interventions to meet diverse student needs. Creates and implements a shared vision for student success. Utilizes effective communication systems to engage all stakeholders. Inspires commitment to high levels of student achievement through creating a respectful and trusting learning community. Implements systems, routines, behaviors and a code of conduct that prioritizes learning. Engages family and community members in student learning. Maintains a high-performing staff team by recruiting and hiring individuals with skills that align with school needs. Ensures aligned professional development and leadership opportunities exist for all staff. WORK CALENDAR: 249 days per year; 40 hours per week SALARY: Administrative Contract -249 days Base Pay: $115,000 - $130,000 - Negotiated based on experience APPLICATION PROCESS: In order to be considered, all applicants must have completed their on-line application at CURRENT GCS EMPLOYEES CLICK HERE Please attach the following to your application: Letter of interest Up-to-date resume Reference Letter(s) Current Indiana Professional Educator's License For questions regarding this position please contact: Tracey Noe Central Office 613 E Purl St Goshen, IN 46526 574-533-8631 Ext: 12022 The Goshen Community School's Board of School Trustees is an equal opportunity employer. Selection of the applicant will be made without reference to race, color, creed, sex, age, handicap, or national origin. THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS IS: Until filled