Elementary Principal FY'25-26 (Internal Only)

MLK Charter School Of Excellence•Springfield, MA

13h•$89,000 - $109,000

About The Position

The Principal oversees all aspects of the academic program from grades K-5, managing a comprehensive vision and strategy for meeting the unique needs of 360 students. The Principal provides leadership for our instructional team and creates a highly effective adult learning environment at the school.

Requirements

Maintains current knowledge of high-quality curriculum & instructional resources in respective content area(s)
Demonstrates reflective practices and a willingness to improve their own performance
Understands the role of formative & summative assessment data in planning for instruction for all students.
Successful experience coaching teachers to instructional excellence including knowledge of effective instructional practices and how to provide feedback, coaching, and professional development to teachers to improve the quality of instruction
Maintains high expectations & positive regard for all students and staff.
Collaborates with team members to create and maintain inclusive, supportive and responsive learning environments
Demonstrates an understanding and/or willingness to learn about and act on social issues that affect students (race, class, ability, status, etc.).
Demonstrates an asset-based, culturally affirming stance
Is aware of how one's own background and assumptions influence interactions and impacts how they develop, implement, and adjust curriculum/pedagogy
Driven by results and use of data
Thorough understanding of Common Core State Standards
Superior verbal and written communication is vital
Strong interpersonal skills
Superior managerial and diplomacy skills
Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, and the community
Extremely proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, or related software
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Track record of proven school leadership
Strong time management skills
Passionate about public education and MLKCSE’s mission and vision
Master’s Degree
5+ years of teaching experience
MA Administrator License
SEI Endorsement

Nice To Haves

3+ of leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a member of the school Leadership Team
Develops and monitors the overall vision for teaching and learning in collaboration with all stakeholders including administration, parents, and staff
Oversees all state testing and compliance
Facilitates report card process
Conducts classroom walk-throughs to assess/inform work and provide instructional feedback
Supervise and support instructional coaches to ensure vertical and horizontal articulation of content, skills, strategies, and assessments
Coordinates teacher professional development
Provides strong leadership in the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the teaching staff
Coordinates and facilitates meetings for teaching staff
Establishes clear lines of communication at all levels
Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel, as well as oversees the formal evaluation process
Prepares reports deemed necessary for the Executive Director and/or the Board and attends Board or Board Committee meetings as needed
Maintains and respects the confidentiality of staff and student information
Analyzes research in making recommendations for sound curriculum and assessment-related decisions
Interprets assessment results and provides recommendations for programs and services
Participates in all hiring processes for program teachers and staff
Ensures that each student receives high-quality instruction and the right amount of support, demand, voice, and choice so that students learn by doing
Ensures that support services are highly effective
Design professional development structure related to school-wide professional development themes and sessions
In alignment with the school’s three-year strategic plan, align the curriculum and continue to build deeper learning structures into each discipline so that students are producers of knowledge and meaningful products
In conjunction with the culture team, create a culture of inclusion, belonging, and achievement that permeates the school: classrooms, SEL programming, community meetings, etc.
Establishes quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by which our students’ academic progress can be evaluated
Reports to the Executive Director