Assistant Principal Special Education
About The Position
As an Assistant Principal at The Menta Education Group, you will support school-wide initiatives that focus on teacher development, implementation of PBIS, and Common Core Standards. Menta Academy Galesburg is seeking an Assistant Principal to support school leadership and direction, drive change to improve academic and behavioral achievement, lead by building high performing teams, and promote student success by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning. This role involves creating and maintaining a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order. The Assistant Principal will also encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff to improve student learning and academic achievement, and confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems.
Requirements
- Illinois PEL Special Education Teacher Certification (LBS1)
- Leadership experience
- A strong knowledge of the PBIS model
- Knowledge of Common Core Standards
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
- Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently
Nice To Haves
- IL PEL with Administrator/Principal Certification
- Illinois PEL with Principal Certification K-12 or General Administrative Certification or a strong desire to obtain certification
Responsibilities
- Assist lead administrator with school leadership and direction
- Support school-wide initiatives in special education
- Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
- Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
- Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
- Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order
- Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
- Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
