SY 26-27 HPS LEADERSHIP CADRE POOL (CERTIFICATED)

JobID: 7015Position Type:ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFIEDDate Posted:1/30/2026Location:SUPERINTENDENT`S OFFICEDate Available:07/01/2026Closing Date:Continuous ReviewAdditional Information: Show/HidePool Information:Position FTE:1.0 FTEPosition Type:Administrative, ContractAnnualized Salary*:25/26 Building Administrator Rates25/26 Central Office Administrator RatesAssistant Principal $165,383 - $194,374*Principal: $189,077 - $218,662*Assistant Director: $153,358 - $169,279*Director: $171,977 - $189,830*Executive Director: $220,998*Cabinet Officers: $225,417*Contractual Start Date:07/01/2026* Note: Salaries and benefits are non-negotiable. Ranges are listed to reflect years of experience in similarly situated leadership positions; as demonstrated through the verification of experience process.This is a pool posting intended to garner applicants for a SY26-27 leadership cadre. Contracts will be extended to highly qualified, high-match candidates. This posting is also intended to be used in anticipation of vacancies yet to be identified for leadership roles in Highline, for the 2026-2027 school year. This posting will be updated on a rolling basis as specific vacancies are identified.For more information about our leadership hiring for this year, please visit our leadership webpage for a process overview!NOTE: Please note that while each position has minimum qualifications specified in their job description, all positions hired through this pool require the following:Master's degreeWashington State Teaching or Educational Staff Associate Certificate (Active or ability to obtain by contractual start date)Washington State Principal Certificate (Active or ability to obtain by contractual start date)Current Openings:PRINCIPAL - CHOICE Academy (Posted 4/1)Position Profile:Highline Public Schools is seeking a Principal to lead CHOICE Academy and supervise the Community-Based Services (CBS) and Realistic Transition Program (RTP) transition academies. This leader brings a deep anti-racist commitment and a clear understanding of how systemic barriers impact students in alternative education and transition settings. They champion CHOICE Academy's mission by cultivating a safe, structured, small learning community grounded in personalized attention, strong family partnership, alternate pathways to graduation and innovative scheduling that meets students where they are. With extensive expertise in special education, they ensure that all students experience belonging, access, and meaningful preparation for adulthood. Their leadership reflects both vision and execution: they translate big ideas into coherent systems, support staff through PLCs and professional learning, and design programming that blends classroom instruction with community-based experiences, vocational development, and life-skills learning.The ideal candidate is an authentic communicator and relationship-builder who listens deeply, engages families and community partners, and creates structures where student voice is central. They bring a learning stance to instructional leadership, guiding staff in project-based learning, mastery-based and standards-based grading, flexible scheduling, and personalized pathways that honor each student's strengths and goals. With empathy, presence, and emotional intelligence, they foster environments where students feel safe, seen, and supported, recognizing that social-emotional development is foundational to academic and life success. This leader thrives in multi-site supervision, maintaining coherence and quality across CHOICE, CBS, and RTP while honoring the unique purpose of each program. They demonstrate courage, consistency, and resilience, balancing transformational aspirations with the tactical systems needed to sustain high-quality alternative and transition education.Please note the following timeline:This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, April 15th at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through April 20th. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, April 28th.Closed Positions:PRINCIPAL - Shorewood Elementary School (Closed 4/1)This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, April 1st at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through April 6th. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, April 14th and Thursday, April 16th.PRINCIPAL - Gregory Heights Elementary School (Closed 4/1)This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, April 1st at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through April 6th. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for Thursday, April 16th and Friday, April 17th.PRINCIPAL - Chinook Middle School (Closed 3/25)This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, March 25th at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through March 30th. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for the week of April 13-24th.ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION - Student Learning (Closed 3/18)This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, March 18th at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through March 23rd. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, April 1st.DIRECTOR OF INCLUSION - Student Learning (Closed 3/18)This position will close to applicants on Wednesday, March 18th at 11:59pm PST. HR minimum qualification screening and district centralized screening will take place on a rolling basis through March 23rd. Interviews will be conducted in person and are tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, March 31stOUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.The Highline Strategic Plan is centered on Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to prioritize our work through 2026, identifying four bold goals:Culture of Belonging: A culture where all are welcome, valued, and safe.Innovative Learning: Academic experiences that engage, empower, and challenge every student.Bilingual & Biliterate: Multicultural skills that enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures.Future Ready: Students explore possibilities and develop mindsets that prepare them for a changing future.BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY: Eligible Highline Public School employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package. Check them out here!Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations as well as state laws on discrimination and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For the purposes of nondiscrimination, "neurodivergence" shall be defined as neurological differences including, but not limited to, autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Neurodivergent individuals may or may not identify as disabled. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, and Civil Rights Act (employees): Executive Director of Human Resources, 206.631.3008; Civil Rights Act (students) and Title IX: District Ombudsman, 206.631.3104, civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act: Health & Social Services Compliance Manager, 206.631.3011, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org; Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166.Attachment(s):Assist Dir Special Education 2026-03-02.pdfAssist Principal, All grade levels 2023-12-13.pdfDir Inclusion 2026-03-02.pdfPrincipal Elementary School 2023-12-13.pdfPrincipal High School 2023-12-13.pdfPrincipal Middle School 2023-12-13.pdfPrincipal Small High School 2023-12-13.pdf