LaFayette Central School District is seeking a highly qualified, experienced leader for the position of Principal (PreK-8) of the Onondaga Nation School. The search process will be conducted over the next few months, with an anticipated announcement by the end of April and starting date of July 1, 2024.
Onondaga Nation Leaders will be involved in the development of the leadership profile and selection of the successful candidate. Parents, staff, and community members will also assist the school district and Onondaga Nation leaders with the selection process and interview of final candidates.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Board of Education of the LaFayette Central School District is seeking candidates with the intelligence, experience, leadership and knowledge for its next Principal of the Onondaga Nation School.
- Capacity to collaborate with community leaders
- Commitment to interdisciplinary teaching
- Strong instructional leadership
- Ability to put our students at the center of all that happens in the school
ABOUT THE POSITION 
The LaFayette Central Board of Education will offer a probationary school principal position with a salary range of $95,000-$115,000 and benefits commensurate with the preparation, qualifications, experience, and educational leadership record of the successful candidate.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Candidates should submit the following by March 29, 2024 or until position is filled.
- Letter of application
- Current resume
- Apply on www.olasjobs.org
- Three letters of recommendation
- Copies of New York State Certification
ONONDAGA NATION SCHOOL
Onondaga Nation School, in the LaFayette Central School District, educates students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade. Located just south of the city of Syracuse, ONS has approximately 122 students, 38 Instructional Staff, a Native American Liaison, School Counselor, Social Worker and School Psychologist.
The school began as the Onondaga Indian School circa 1850. In an agreement with New York State, the school started in a one-room schoolhouse then relocated in 1910 to a two-story house next door. In 1940, New York State erected the current brick structure. A 1995 renovation/addition incorporated designs and symbols of the Haudenosaunee culture including the Wampum Belts, Tree of Peace and Turtle Island. The renovation design has won several New York State architectural awards.
In 1954, the LaFayette School District entered into a contract with New York State to continue the students’ education by having them attend the LaFayette Jr/Sr High School. Before that time, students who wanted to further their education attended various secondary schools throughout the region.
The Onondaga Nation School’s academic program utilizes a standards-based approach designed to foster strong academic skills, self-esteem, social competence, and problem-solving abilities within an inclusive environment. In 1972, the curriculum was expanded to include the teaching of the Onondaga Language and Culture in grades PK-11. Onondaga culture is also observed in the student’s ability to attend traditional Longhouse ceremonies. One of only three such schools in New York State, the Onondaga Nation School is a source of great pride for the LaFayette Central School District and, as such, requires a school leader with exceptional skills and attributes.
STUDENT ENROLLMENT
PreK – 8th grade 122 students
2023-2024 Budget
Onondaga Nation School Fund – $5,971,097
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Contact Jeremy Belfield, Superintendent of Schools – 315-677-9728 – jbelfield@lafayetteschools.org