Principal - Drop out Prevention High School

Educational Empowerment Group•Cleveland, OH

87d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Principal at a Drop out Prevention High School. The Principal is responsible for executing the vision and mission of the Academy, providing instructional leadership, supervising staff and programs, managing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a safe and positive learning environment. The role involves significant interaction with students, staff, parents, the Board of Directors, and the Management Company.

Requirements

Principal license preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Education or other related discipline
Demonstrated successful teaching experience preferred in an urban education setting
Minimum of three years demonstrated successful leadership in an administrative position
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Computer literacy
Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks
Demonstrated ability to exhibit strong interpersonal skills with students, parents and community
Ability to meet established deadlines

Nice To Haves

Principal license
Demonstrated successful teaching experience in an urban education setting

Responsibilities

Pursue the vision and execute the mission of the Academy.
Provide instructional leadership and direction to staff.
Supervise and observe all instructional programs and practices, including coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
Hire, evaluate, and terminate staff as needed.
Serve as liaison to the Board of Directors, providing formal and informal reports.
Establish and promote high standards and expectations for student academic performance and behavior.
Manage, evaluate, and supervise effective procedures for the operation of the Academy, including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, discipline, building maintenance, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.
Ensure compliance with all laws, board policies, and civil regulations.
Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs.
Evaluate lesson plans and observe classes to encourage the use of 21st Century instructional strategies.
Supervise effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards.
Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages student responsibility and high staff/student morale.
File all required reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance, and discipline.
Establish a professional rapport with students and staff.
Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards.
Notify immediately the Management Company and appropriate personnel/agencies of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or students under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
Keep the Management Company advised of employees not meeting their contractual agreement.
Keep staff informed and seek ideas for improvement.
Conduct meetings as necessary for the proper functioning of the Academy.
Establish and maintain an effective inventory system for school supplies, materials, and equipment.
Establish procedures for attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities.
Assume responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, employees, and visitors.
Develop clearly understood procedures and provide regular drills for emergencies and disasters.
Maintain a master schedule to be posted for all teachers.
Establish schedules and procedures for the supervision of students in non-classroom areas.
Maintain visibility with students, teachers, parents, and the Board.
Communicate regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice.
Use effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community.
Use excellent written and oral English skills.
Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as requested.
Maintain accurate records.
Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by the Management Company or the Board of Directors.