Townsend Street School (K4-8) is actively recruiting experienced and dynamic candidates for the Principal position.

Townsend Street School serves students in grades K4 through 8th grade in Milwaukee’s proud Sherman Park neighborhood. At Townsend Street School we provide engaging instruction to educate all students to their highest level of academic potential. We will teach them the skills and knowledge to become capable, creative, and responsible members of the community. Our instructors create learning environments that help students achieve success. All teachers utilize a standards-based approach to teaching. Students in Grades 7–8 benefit from a middle school approach with multiple instructors in different academic areas. Our school community works to provide small class sizes in K5–Grade 3 through the AGR program. Strong and dedicated business partners support our overall program.

A current resume and three (3) signed letters of recommendation less than one (1) year old must be attached to the completed application (NO COMPUTER SIGNATURES). Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree.

13T 220-days

Salary Range: $88,356-127,498

Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 11:59 pm. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

A current resume and three (3) signed letters of recommendation less than one (1) year old must be attached to the completed application. Non MPS employees must submit official transcripts confirming a Bachelor’s Degree and a Master’s Degree.

If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

Please note: If you are selected for an interview for the position for the Principal, you will need to prepare a 5-7 minute power point presentation that outlines the following:

• Education/Experience
• Definition of a Culturally responsive school leader
• Leadership Style
• Vision for the School

Eligible candidates must have:

• A Master’s Degree in education with an emphasis in Administrative Leadership or Curriculum and Instruction
• A Valid Wisconsin Principal, #51 license: NOTE: Applicants that do not currently hold this license or have not completed a certification program awarding this license, may still qualify for the position if they enroll in and complete a certification program awarding the #51 Principal License within 2 years. Until you complete the certification program, the District will request the license on your behalf upon appointment to the position for a maximum of two years.
• Five (5) years of professional education experience as a tenured, licensed teacher in a K-12 setting
• Two (2) years of successful school administrative/supervisory experience in a K-12 setting

Candiates with the following experience, skills, or additional certificatons encouraged to apply:

• Experience developing school budgets, internal accounts, assessments, discretionary funds, and grants.
• Experience in grant writing and securing additional resources for the school and a proven ability to leverage resources to maximum benefit.
• Familiarity with implementing strategic supports for the needs of students with disabilities including a clear understanding of Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) best practices, rules, regulations and policies.
• Must be Educator Effectiveness certified or able to secure certification within 60 days of hire (position requirement).
• Experience in implementing with fidelity the Educator Effectiveness System and being highly accurate with teacher observation and feedback to ensure effective teaching in each classroom.

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That’s why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

• Values the expertise of teachers, staff, and parents and uses these resources to enhance the success of the school.
• Leads teachers in developing and delivering effective Common Core curriculum and assessments in literacy and math.
• Demonstrates the ability to impact student outcomes through analyzing data to inform instruction that will enhance the school’s student achievement.
• Delegates authority and responsibility clearly and appropriately; assesses expertise of self and others; determines tasks to be assigned and recognizes tasks that need outside assistance.
• Leads the school by consistently building high performance teams, delegating responsibility, creating opportunities for professional development to foster individual growth in instructional practices, and implementing the school vision.
• Develops and creates effective integrated services throughout the full school day, such as supervision strategies, and extended day, such as health, educational, recreational, and social activities for students and parents.
• Manages school resources and facilities effectively, uses knowledge of policies and procedures to make sound decisions, and ensures the efficient operation of the school; proactively maintains an attractive, clean, safe, and inspiring physical space for learning.
• Creates and maintains a school environment that focuses on an atmosphere of caring and respect, emphasizes high academic expectations, and maintains discipline and order for all students.
• Implements a proven system for discipline that is research-based with built-in incentives and rewards to boost self-esteem and good citizenship and a strong record of enforcing the student code of discipline.
• Demonstrates visionary and innovative leadership by setting high expectations for students and staff, including the ability to motivate, build teams, and encourage and increase parent involvement.
• Works effectively with a broad range of students, faculty, parents, alumni, and community members; establishes strong ties and develops a sense of shared ownership among the school partners and stakeholders.
• Motivates and supports students, teachers, staff and parents with compassion and fairness.
• Embraces working collaboratively and constructively with staff, students, families and
• stakeholders.
• Collaborates with families and community members, responds to diverse community interests and needs and uses community resources.
• Requests and responds to parent and community feedback in a timely manner; is accessible to parents, staff and community.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.