Principal (Ralph C. Starkey High School)

State of Ohio • Circleville, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal leads Ralph C. Starkey High School at Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility. The role champions educational equity, evidence-based instructional practices, and high academic standards to support student success. The Principal supervises instructional programs and staff, uses performance data to improve outcomes, oversees school scheduling and budgeting, coordinates curriculum and testing, and ensures accurate records and compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The position also communicates with Central Office Education staff and leads staff meetings.

New Department of Youth Services employees must complete six weeks of paid, mandatory pre-service training. Week 1 and weeks 5–6 take place at the facility; weeks 2–4 take place at the DYS Training Academy in Orient, Ohio, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Travel, lodging, and meals are provided for the academy portion. The final candidate must undergo pre-employment drug screening and criminal background checks, including BCI and FBI, Ohio Department of Public Safety, and Ohio Department of Taxation checks.

Requirements

• Current appropriate type of Supervisory/Administrative Certificate as required and issued by the Ohio Department of Education.
• Two years of experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity in an academic or vocational education program.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate instructional programs to ensure alignment with state standards and innovative teaching methods.
• Directly supervise, mentor, and evaluate teachers and support staff, providing targeted feedback and professional development opportunities.
• Analyze school-wide performance data to identify achievement gaps, target interventions, and improve student outcomes.
• Oversee development of the master schedule and manage the school budget in line with student needs and district goals.
• Coordinate curriculum planning, testing, guidance, and class scheduling.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal policies, including special education mandates and district guidelines.
• Prepare monthly educational reports and educational audits.
• Assist in developing and implementing school procedures.
• Ensure implementation of school district policies and procedures, Ohio Department of Education rules and regulations, the Ohio Revised Code, the Ohio Administrative Code, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Maintain clear and open communication with Central Office Education staff regarding education processes, needs, and concerns.
• Conduct staff meetings and provide motivation, guidance, and counseling to staff.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed