Principal - Lugo-McGinness Academy (2026-27 School Year)

Charlottesville City Schools • Charlottesville, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lugo-McGinness Academy is a small, non-traditional academic program that serves Charlottesville City Schools students in grades 8-12. Students may self-select or be referred for admission to the program. The Principal is responsible for providing leadership for the staff and students of the program in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Lugo-McGinness Academy and administering the program in accordance with school board policies and administrative regulations.

Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in School Administration or a related field, teaching experience, and a Virginia administrative license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous administrative experience in the area of alternative education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall program, including student achievement, school climate, instruction, and personnel supervision
• Support students’ social and emotional needs through the implementation of school-wide trauma-informed best practices
• Support and guide School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports across the program
• Collaborate with the Charlottesville High School and Charlottesville Middle School administrative teams to identify students in need of alternative program support
• Collaborate with the school counselors to review transcripts and develop a plan for graduation
• Lead program teams in creating individual plans created to meet student needs and progress, and monitor student success
• Provide guidance and leadership in curriculum review and design to include equity of content for students
• Organize professional learning for staff that supports program goals, including trauma-informed practices and social-emotional learning
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the program by monitoring student progress, behavior data, and student achievement
• Collaborate with outside agencies that provide interventions and support for students enrolled in the program
• Attend meetings and training needed to maintain and upgrade leadership abilities
• Practice necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, division policy, and administration regulations
• Promote literacy and reading throughout the program for the purpose of enhancing the literacy of the students enrolled in the program
• Participate with division committees and professional learning to increase strategies for instructional practices in education, such as instructional technology
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal