PRINCIPAL-PIONEER MIDDLE

SCHOOL PROFILE

Pioneer Middle School is a consistently high-performing "A" school celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026. It has a strong tradition of academic excellence, strong character development, and meaningful student engagement. The school has consistently ranked at or near the top in overall school performance points among Broward County middle schools, focusing on helping every student achieve academic growth.

Pioneer offers a well-rounded educational experience with a variety of enriching electives, including art, chorus, peer counseling, Spanish, robotics, speech and debate, and a woodshop program. The school's championship-caliber band program has earned recognition at both the district and state levels, while its athletic teams have achieved county championships in cross country and girls flag football, fostering school pride, teamwork, and leadership.

Pioneer provides rigorous academic pathways that prepare students for success in high school and beyond, offering high school credit through courses like Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Spanish 1 and 2, and Foundations of Web Design. Comprehensive services for Exceptional Student Education and English for Speakers of Other Languages students ensure equitable access to high-quality instruction and individualized support. Pioneer fosters an inclusive environment where all learners can thrive academically and socially, supported by strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and local businesses.

SCHOOL DATA

Additional information about Pioneer Middle School may be found on the school's website: WEBSITE.

POSITION GOAL

To provide the leadership and management necessary to administer and supervise all programs, policies, and activities of the school to ensure high quality educational experiences and services for the students in a safe and enriching environment.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure high quality educational experiences and services for students in a safe and enriching environment.
• Administer and supervise all programs, policies, and activities of the school.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• An earned master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum of five (5) years of public school experience, including a minimum of three (3) years of required experience as a Principal or Assistant School Principal.
• Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Centers: Hold or be eligible for Florida Certification in School Principal; have certification in any area of ESE, and at least two (2) of the five (5) years of public school experience must be in ESE.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Significant experience in leading and managing educational programs and staff.
• Experience in implementing and evaluating educational strategies and programs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and community members.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Link To Job Description: Job Description. The Job Code for this position is: B-002.

COMPETENCIES

• Strategic planning and implementation.
• Collaboration and team building.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and decision-making.
• Student-centered approach.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Florida Certification in School Principal or Professional School Principal.
• Exceptional Student Education (ESE) certification.

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Location preference: Broward County, Florida.
• Additional information: The Principal Interview Process includes a 15-minute presentation and a 15-minute question and answer session.