Principal - Discovery Academy

General Information

Willamette Education Service District is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hours per week) Principal - Discovery Academy position; bilingual Spanish preferred. Successful candidate will work as a member of the Discovery Academy, part of the Special Education Department and will follow a 260-day calendar. This position will be based at the Willamette ESD Discovery Academy in Salem, OR and will begin as soon as possible upon conclusion of the selection process.

Lead with Purpose at Discovery Academy – Principal Position

Are you passionate about transforming lives and shaping the future? Discovery Academy is seeking a visionary Principal to lead our unique school, which integrates academic excellence with cutting-edge therapeutic and pro-social recovery services for students overcoming addiction. Your leadership will empower students to earn their Oregon Diploma while supporting their journey toward lifelong recovery and personal growth.

We’re looking for someone with the skills and heart to build a school where equity is more than a buzzword - it’s the foundation. You’ll lead with unwavering commitment to reducing disparities, providing access to the best care and educational opportunities, and ensuring every student thrives.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, foster a positive, recovery-focused environment, and lead a dedicated team of educators, we’d love to hear from you!

Duties, Responsibilities & Qualifications
Please review the job description for specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position.

Salary and Benefits

• This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) administrative/non-represented position.
• Placement on the Willamette ESD administrative salary schedule, $109,489 - $133,210 will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, and prorated according to start date. Salary and benefits shown are based upon full-time employment (1.0 FTE) for the entire school year contract period.
• Willamette ESD supports payment for health, dental and vision insurance premiums for eligible employees. Employer-paid PERS, holidays, sick leave, and personal days are also provided to eligible employees. To view a summary of benefits, please click here.

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online at https://willamette.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
• Applicants must submit a completed application with a resume and a letter of introduction. Applications missing these items are considered incomplete and will not be considered.
• Copies of transcripts and license(s) must be uploaded to the application for all licensed positions. Successful applicants to Licensed positions will be required to provide official transcripts to Human Resources before completion of the hiring process.
• If you require assistance with the application or interview process due to a disability, please call Director of Human Resources at (503) 385-4752. Alternate formats are available upon request.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Director at 503-385-4752 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the ESD for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 or 711.

The Willamette Education Service District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214/215.