404-2026 Certificated Guest (Substitute) Principal

Certificated Guest (Substitute) Principal

Washougal School District is seeking dynamic, visible, and dedicated Certificacted Guest (Substitute) Principals (K8) to provide seamless educational, instructional, and operational leadership across elementary, or middle school settings during administrator absences.

As a model of integrity and ethical behavior, the Guest Principal maintains a strong physical presence across all school environmentsclassrooms, hallways, common areas, lunchrooms, and grounds. This leader ensures continuous alignment with the District's Strategic Plan, fosters a safe and inclusive school culture, supports positive behavior systems, and maintains active, positive relationships with staff, students, families, and key community stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. School Culture & Community Engagement

• Maintain a visible, accessible presence throughout the school day (classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, arrival/dismissal, school grounds).
• Sustain a shared mission and vision focused on continuous improvement of teaching and learning across grade levels.
• Promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual safety for all students and staff.
• Partner authentically with families and the community, prioritizing engagement with historically underserved populations.

2. Instructional Leadership & Curriculum Alignment

• Support effective instruction using the Center for Educational Leadership (CEL 5D+) Instructional Framework.
• Maintain active support for key district initiatives, including Professional Learning Communities (PLC), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), Inclusionary Practices, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID).
• Assist staff in aligning curriculum, instruction, and assessment to Washington state standards and district goals across K8 learning contexts.

3. Operational & Resource Management

• Oversee day-to-day school operations, student behavior management, climate management, and facility safety.
• Support staff oversight and maintain positive, collaborative staff relationships.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree in Education (Required)
• Classroom Teaching Experience (Required)
• Washington Administrator Certificate eligibility (Required)
• First Aid / CPR Certification (Required)

Experience & Knowledge

• Preferred: Prior experience as a building administrator in a K8 public school setting.
• Experience with CEL 5D+ Instructional Framework preferred.
• Deep understanding of K8 curriculum, instructional strategies, interventions, Special Education functions, and Highly Capable programming.
• Understanding of child and adolescent physical, emotional, and intellectual development across the K8 spectrum.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology to support learning, including 1:1 student device environments.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution, high-stress situation management, and culturally responsive leadership.

Certificated & License Requirements

Valid Washington State Principal's, Program Administrator's, or Superintendent's Certificate, and a valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (Required)

SUBSTITUTE

Clearances

WSP/FBI Background Clearance

WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry

The Washougal School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Nondiscrimination Statement

The Washougal School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Title IX Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde (360) 954-3104
• ADA Compliance Officer: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021
• Section 504 Coordinator: Jill Zahm (360) 954-3021

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.