Administrative Principal

Impact Christian Schools•Baraboo, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

St. John’s Lutheran School of Baraboo is seeking an Administrative Principal to support, improve, and enhance the administrative structure and the academic improvement of St. John’s Lutheran School. This is a full-time, salaried position that includes a competitive benefits package. St. John’s Lutheran School provides a structured, disciplined, and supportive learning environment where students grow in knowledge, character, and faith. We intentionally foster and espouse the values and teachings of Jesus Christ in daily instruction, relationships, and school culture. Our staff is known for being welcoming, collaborative, and supportive of one another as we work together in service to our students and families. St. John’s is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS); however, WELS membership is not a requirement for this position.

Requirements

Applicable bachelor’s degree or higher
Training and experience in school administration
Submission to and support of the mission statement of St. John’s Lutheran Church and the ministry statement of St. John’s Lutheran School.

Responsibilities

Prepare and revise policies, procedures, and handbooks for parents & faculty/staff. Collaborate with the Principal and submit for approval to the necessary governing board.
Develop, seek approval for, and implement an enrollment and registration process.
Ensure that records are regularly updated and maintained in accordance with all rules and regulations of state and local government, WELS, WELSSA and any other applicable governing or oversight body.
Ensure St. John’s is compliant with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Assist in identifying, acquiring and recommending for implementation research-based curricula and instructional materials to improve and enhance the academic program of St. John’s.
Develop and implement school-wide observation and assessment tools and procedures, including standardized testing.
Ensure students and families are served with beneficial programs such as Title services, safety, and health programs.
Serve as Wisconsin Parental Choice Program Designee.
Advocate and promote professional development for teachers and staff.
Identify cases of special needs in children, implement IEP’s where possible, and refer parents to programs in cases where St. John’s is not able to adequately meet the special needs of children.
Assist in promoting excellence in instruction throughout the school through classroom observation & instructional coaching.
Assist in overseeing the master calendar of school events.
Work with appropriate lay leadership of St. John’s to produce an annual school budget.
Ensure that the school is adequately staffed by developing and implementing an interview and hiring process for non-called and/or part-time staff.
Developing and keeping up-to-date job descriptions for all non-called staff positions in the school.
Ensure custodial and facility needs are adequately met.
Ensure all facility, safety, and food safety standards are met and necessary protocols are in place.
Oversee procedures for drop-off & pick-up, parent sign-in/out, and staff time sheets.