Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is seeking dynamic school leaders who are committed to educating today's students to succeed in tomorrow's world. BCPS is the sixth largest public school system in the United States, the second largest in the state of Florida and the largest fully accredited K-12 and adult school district in the nation.
SCHOOL PROFILE
Pioneer Middle School is a consistently high-performing "A" school that proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2026. Pioneer has built a 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, reflecting its unwavering commitment to student success. Since 2020, Pioneer has increased its overall school performance by more than 90 points, including an impressive 40-point gain in acceleration, demonstrating the school's focus on helping every student achieve academic growth.
Pioneer offers a well-rounded educational experience that extends far beyond the classroom. Students have access to a wide variety of enriching electives, including art, chorus, peer counseling, Spanish, robotics, speech and debate, and a woodshop program that provides hands-on, career-connected learning opportunities. 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 also provides students with rigorous academic pathways that prepare them for success in high school and beyond. Students have the opportunity to earn high school credit through courses such as Algebra, Geometry, Biology, Spanish 1 and Spanish 2, and Foundations of Web Design. These accelerated learning opportunities allow students to challenge themselves academically while developing the critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for future success.
Pioneer is deeply committed to ensuring that every student feels welcomed, valued, and supported. The school provides comprehensive services for Exceptional Student Education and English for Speakers of Other Languages students, ensuring equitable access to high-quality instruction and individualized support. Through a culture grounded in respect, inclusion, and high expectations, Pioneer fosters an environment where all learners can thrive both academically and socially.
At the heart of Pioneer's success is its strong partnership with families, community organizations, local businesses, and the City of Cooper City. The school believes that student achievement is strengthened through meaningful collaboration and actively encourages parent involvement through volunteer opportunities, school events, advisory groups, and ongoing communication. Community partners enrich the educational experience by supporting student programs, recognizing academic achievement, sponsoring events, and providing real-world learning opportunities. The City of Cooper City has long been a valued partner, working alongside the school to support athletics, student activities, community celebrations, and initiatives that strengthen the connection between the school and the surrounding community.
SCHOOL DATA
Additional information about the 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
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- An earned master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Technical College Director may substitute Advanced Vocational Certificate.
- A minimum of five (5) years of public school experience is required, which includes a minimum of three (3) years of required experience as a Principal or Assistant School Principal, as outlined in School Board Policy 4002.14.
- Principals - Hold or be eligible for Florida Certification in School Principal or Professional School Principal; however when deemed necessary and in the best interest of students of the school an individual who holds a certificate in Educational Leadership, Administration or Administration & Supervision may be recommended for appointment The Superintendent shall recommend that a principal in his/her first year of employment as a principal in the District participate in the Office of Talent Development’s Principal Program. To be eligible for principal positions, applicants who do not have principal experience must be a participant in or have completed Broward’s Principal Preparation Program or a similar leadership training program in another district/state.
- Principals – Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Centers – Hold or be eligible for Florida Certification in School Principal; however, when deemed necessary and in the best interest of students of the school an individual who holds a certificate in Educational Leadership, Administration or Administration & Supervision may be recommended for appointment. The Superintendent shall recommend that a principal in his/her first year of employment as a principal in the District participate in the Office of Talent Development’s Principal Program. An applicant shall have certification in any area of ESE and shall have completed a minimum of five (5) years of public school experience. At least two (2) of the five (5) years of public school experience must be in ESE. Three (3) of the five (5) years shall be successful experience as a Principal or Assistant Principal. To be eligible for ESE center principal positions, applicants who do not have principal experience must be a participant in or have completed Broward’s Principal Preparation Program or a similar leadership training program in another district/state.
NOTE: Please access the Job Description website to review the complete minimum qualifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION
To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: B-002
SKILLS
COMPETENCIES
CERTIFICATIONS
LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR
Advertisement Window: 07/13/2026 - 07/16/2026
Classification: Exempt
Salary Range:
Category PFPCAT D ~
Pay for Performance: $115,000.00 - $148,000.00 /
Grandfathered: ENTER RANGE
Note: Current SBBC Principals will remain on the current salary schedule. Newly hired and newly appointed employees will be placed on the Pay for Performance Salary Schedule.
School Website: SCHOOL WEBSITE
PRINCIPAL INTERVIEW PROCESS:
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA PRINCIPAL INTERVIEW PROCESS:
Applicants who are selected for an interview will be required to complete both parts of the interview process as outlined below.
PART ONE – PRESENTATION (15 minutes)
Please create a 15-minute PowerPoint presentation (6-8 slides maximum) reflecting your impact over the last two years as a school leader and how your leadership experiences will serve the school to which you are applying. Your presentation should be an introduction of you, your current leadership actions, your interpretation of the data, and your potential impact on the school(s) for which you are applying as school principal.
Audio/Visual equipment will not be available for your use. Therefore, please email a copy of your completed presentation to the Human Resources Administrator on the date/time requested when you receive your confirmation email. Before you present your PowerPoint, you will have up to 2 minutes to introduce yourself.
PART TWO – QUESTION & ANSWER (15 minutes)
After your presentation, the panel will ask you four questions. You will have an opportunity to answer each question related to your most recent leadership experiences and potential impact on the school(s) for which you are applying.
At the end of the interview, you will have an additional 2 minutes to share any information you feel necessary.
The above times will be strictly enforced. Please plan/prepare accordingly.