Principal

Macon County Schools • Franklin, NC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

The Principal of Bartram Academy serves as the instructional leader and visionary for a specialized learning environment designed to meet diverse student needs through innovative and flexible approaches. This leader fosters a student-centered culture focused on engagement, accountability, and personalized pathways to success, including credit recovery, accelerated learning, and non-traditional educational models. The principal works collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners to ensure students are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. This position supports the mission of Macon County Schools by removing barriers to student success and creating meaningful opportunities for achievement, graduation, and post-secondary readiness.

Requirements

• Educational Leadership Certification as required by the State of North Carolina
• Master’s degree or higher
• Minimum five (5) years of successful teaching experience required
• Previous school administrator experience (principal or assistant principal) required
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse and at-risk student populations
• Completion of required background check and district-required trainings

Nice To Haves

• Experience with alternative education, credit recovery, or non-traditional programs preferred
• Ability to analyze data and implement strategies to improve student outcomes

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of flexible, standards-aligned curriculum and instructional practices
• Establish a supportive, structured, and student-centered school culture
• Supervise and evaluate staff in accordance with district and state guidelines
• Use data to monitor student progress, attendance, behavior, and credit attainment
• Develop and implement individualized and alternative learning pathways for students
• Oversee MTSS processes with a focus on intervention, re-engagement, and student success
• Facilitate collaboration among staff to support non-traditional instructional models
• Develop, implement, and monitor the School Improvement Plan
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and community agencies
• Ensure compliance with all school, district, state, and federal policies and regulations
• Manage school operations including scheduling, discipline, safety, and program coordination
• Support credit recovery, alternative scheduling, and flexible programming options
• Promote student accountability, engagement, and positive behavioral expectations
• Lead change initiatives focused on continuous improvement and student outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

What This Job Offers

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