Principal

Richard Milburn Academy•Kissimmee, FL

About The Position

JOB PURPOSE: To carry out the mission of the organization by directing and managing the instructional program and supervising general day to day operations for the assigned school. To provide leadership which will result in an instructional program that meets the needs of all students while operating at a high academic level.

Requirements

A master’s or higher degree awarded by an acceptable institution, and completion of the Florida Educational Leadership Core Curriculum preferred.
A valid professional certificate covering educational leadership, administration, or administration and supervision and documentation of successful performance of the duties of the school principalship preferred.
Demonstration of successful performance of the competencies of the school principalship standards, documented by the Florida district school superintendent based on a performance appraisal system approved by the district school board and the Department.
A combination of at least ten (10) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher and as a supervisor.
A proven ability to relate to a variety of constituencies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated leadership and management ability.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Corporate Board may deem appropriate.

Responsibilities

Instructional Management
Monitor the instructional program by reviewing instructional objectives and teacher lesson plans, and by ensuring adequate learning materials, and instructional resources.
Visit classrooms and observe teaching methods on a regular basis, conferencing with staff, and carefully analyzing assessment data related to student academic performance.
Provide educational leadership focused on improving student performance and program effectiveness.
Work closely with Governing Board, State Director and staff to plan, implement, and evaluate the curriculum on a systematic basis. Ensure implementation of high performance program offerings that maximize student opportunities and meet the requirements leading to a high school diploma.
Develop and implement a plan to ensure integration of technology throughout the curriculum to improve student, staff, and administrative productivity.
Develop and implement appropriate plan for curriculum/instruction staff development in a timely and effective manner.
School/Organizational Climate
Carry out the RMA mission, philosophy, and vision.
Recruit students to maintain required student enrollment levels.
Project a supportive professional image to assist in establishing and maintaining an environment conducive to creating a positive teaching and learning experience.
Maintain a positive rapport with all stakeholders demonstrating skill in positive conflict resolution.
Develop activities that recognize and honor students, staff, and community volunteers for their service and accomplishments.
Communicate performance goals and objectives to all stakeholders.
Establish behavior objectives, ensuring compliance with student code of conduct, and enforce established consequences that ensure a safe operation of a continuous supportive learning environment for all students and staff.
Monitor student attendance and devise and implement strategies that improve student attendance.
Provide leadership to all aspects of the school and the RMA programs.
Personnel Management & Internal Communications
Maintain regular and effective communication with RMA of FL, Inc. management staff and work closely with the Educational Service Provider (ESP) to develop teamwork approach for increased efficiency and to insure compliance in all areas.
Maintain approved staff levels by recruiting, selecting, compensating, orienting, training, and managing employees in compliance with state, federal, and organization EEO and Fair Labor Standards Act.
Ensure all employee paperwork and personnel management reports are processed accurately and timely.
Regularly communicate and ensure staff compliance with all policies and procedures.
Define and communicate expectations for staff (i.e. routine procedures, classroom management, instructional strategies, and communication with the public, and individual contributions to positive staff morale.)
Observe and document job performance, provide development supervision, and conduct performance evaluation conferences with staff members.
Monitor progress, encourage, and mentor teachers and staff.