Middle School Principal

Friends Central School Corporation•Wynnewood, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Friends’ Central School is an independent, coeducational Quaker day school founded in 1845, serving approximately 880 students from Nursery through grade 12 across two campuses in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. The School’s curriculum supports students’ intellectual, spiritual, and ethical growth and is grounded in continuing revelation, reflection, integrity, and responsibility. The Middle School Principal is a 12-month employee who reports to the Associate Head of School and works in partnership with the Head of School. As a member of the senior administrative leadership team, the Principal is responsible for all aspects of the academic and student experience for grades 6 through 8. The role calls for a thoughtful, collaborative, and organized leader who understands middle school development and can inspire faculty, support families, and maintain a joyful, engaging learning environment. The Principal advances the Middle School program in alignment with the School’s mission and Quaker values, leads faculty development and program implementation, supports students’ academic and social-emotional growth, partners with families, and contributes to enrollment and retention efforts. Friends’ Central seeks candidates committed to an inclusive learning community and to addressing issues of diversity in keeping with its Philosophy of Inclusivity and Awareness.

Requirements

Master’s degree in an academic subject field or in education.
At least 5–7 years of experience as a teacher and leader at the middle school level.
Experience with faculty leadership, supervision, and mentorship.
Commitment to Quaker values and appreciation for Quaker education.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to collaborate with students, families, faculty, and administrators.
Excellent organizational and logistical skills, including a track record of managing complex daily operations, schedules, and school-wide events.
Strategic vision and a forward-thinking perspective to support Middle School growth in alignment with the School’s mission.
A thoughtful, reflective leadership style, with warmth, a sense of humor, and joy in working with all constituencies.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning community and addressing issues of diversity.

Responsibilities

Serve on the senior administrative team and work closely with the Head of School, Associate Head of School, and division leaders.
Articulate and advance a vision for the Middle School program grounded in Friends’ Central’s mission and Quaker values.
Foster a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment that honors student voice, promotes belonging, and encourages intellectual risk-taking.
Represent the Middle School experience to senior leadership and, when appropriate, the Board of Trustees.
Lead the development and implementation of the Middle School curriculum and program.
Observe, supervise, mentor, and evaluate faculty through classroom visits, feedback, and formal evaluation processes.
Support faculty development through professional development and collaborative learning opportunities.
Coordinate mentorship and onboarding for new Middle School faculty.
Coordinate and supervise Middle School faculty hiring in partnership with the Assistant Middle School Principal, Human Resources, and other administrators.
Oversee faculty staffing and manage departmental and classroom budgets within the Middle School.
Work with teachers, grade-level leaders, and the Student Success & Wellbeing department to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
Support grading and reporting practices that communicate student progress clearly and thoughtfully.
Communicate behavior expectations, guidelines, and community values to students in developmentally appropriate ways.
Maintain a visible presence in Middle School activities, community events, and daily school life.
Make decisions concerning student discipline and student programming.
Build and sustain trusting relationships with parents and caregivers through communication, meetings, and community gatherings.
Serve as a resource for families on the Middle School academic program, student development, and school culture.
Partner with families to support student growth, belonging, and community connection.
Support new families’ transition into the Middle School and Friends’ Central community.
Articulate the value and vision of the Middle School program to prospective families.
Collaborate with the Director of Enrollment Management and Admissions team on recruitment, interviews, and retention.
Review applicant materials.
Cultivate relationships with current and incoming families to support enrollment stability and long-term engagement.