Are you a passionate leader with a heart for education? Do you have the vision to inspire students and staff alike? The South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is seeking a passionate, experienced, and visionary leader to serve as K-12 principal. This 10-month, full-time position with excellent benefits is located in Aberdeen, SD. The job requires a valid South Dakota teaching license and a master’s degree in educational administration.
Job Highlights
Supervise all day-to-day educational activities for students enrolled at the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.
Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs.
Monitor student progress and follow up with parents and teachers as needed.
Monitor report cards.
Schedule parent-teacher conferences.
Conduct monthly faculty meetings.
Provide supervision and evaluation for various staff and substitute staff.
Conduct various staff evaluations following established timelines and format.
Approve leave requests and arrange for substitutes.
Preferred knowledge of:
School administration experience.
Knowledge of special education procedures and law preferred.
Teaching experience with endorsement in visual impairment and special education preferred.
Posting Date:
01/15/2025 Closing Date:
Open Until Filled First Consideration Date:
02/10/2025 Advertised Salary:
Depends on experience Duration of the Term:
10 months Appointment Percent:
100 Work Hours:
8-5 Typical Hours Worked Per Week:
Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status:
No Scope of Search:
External (includes Internal) This position requires travel and a valid driver's license. Department Description and Cultural Expectations:
Working with the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity employer. Contact Information: Working Conditions: Cognitive Requirements Physical Requirements: Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Climbing Stairs, Fine Finger Manipulation, Grasping, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time. Sensory Requirements: Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses). Documents Needed to Apply: Resume Cover Letter Reference List The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Notice to all applicants:
If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted. South Dakota Board of Regents 306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200 Pierre, SD 57501 605-773-3455
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01/15/2025 Closing Date:
Open Until Filled First Consideration Date:
02/10/2025 Advertised Salary:
Depends on experience Duration of the Term:
10 months Appointment Percent:
100 Work Hours:
8-5 Typical Hours Worked Per Week:
Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status:
No Scope of Search:
External (includes Internal) This position requires travel and a valid driver's license. Department Description and Cultural Expectations:
Working with the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an Equal Opportunity employer. Contact Information: Working Conditions: Cognitive Requirements Physical Requirements: Bending, Stooping, Twisting, Climbing Stairs, Fine Finger Manipulation, Grasping, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sitting for sustained periods of time, Standing for sustained periods of time. Sensory Requirements: Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses). Documents Needed to Apply: Resume Cover Letter Reference List The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Notice to all applicants:
If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted. South Dakota Board of Regents 306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200 Pierre, SD 57501 605-773-3455
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