School Leader

Greenspire School•Traverse City, MI

26d

About The Position

Greenspire School, located in Traverse City, is currently hiring a High School Principal for the upcoming school year possibly Interim Principal for current school leader for the right fit! The Greenspire School offers a unique educational program for high school students based on purposeful connections between individuals, communities, and the environment for grades 6th - 12th. Under the direction of the Head of School, the Teacher will plan and deliver course instruction for high school students. Additionally, the Teacher will collaborate with other instructors to design project-based learning units that connect to multiple disciplines and/or real-world issues. The High School Principal is the instructional, cultural, and operational leader of The Greenspire School’s high school program. The Principal ensures safe, inclusive, and mission-aligned learning experiences; leads staff and program implementation (including project-based and place-based learning); builds strong family partnerships; and ensures smooth day-to-day operations and compliance across the annual cycle.

Requirements

Successful experience in school leadership and instructional coaching; experience in project-based learning and/or place-based education strongly preferred.
Ability to lead inclusive, restorative, and relationship-centered culture aligned to Greenspire values.
Strong operational management skills (scheduling, supervision systems, events, and communications).
Clear written and verbal communication skills for staff, families, and community audiences.

Responsibilities

Lead restorative discipline and SEL-aligned student support; manage student discipline processes and conflict resolution.
Coordinate culture and climate monitoring and student leadership structures (e.g., Affirmation Council) as applicable.
Ensure supervision coverage (early hour, lunch, common areas) and support crisis readiness in coordination with the Superintendent and safety team.
Lead high school program planning aligned to Greenspire’s mission, vision, and environmental education focus.
Support high-quality project-based learning implementation in partnership with lead teachers and program leads.
Oversee master schedule inputs and counseling coordination; review programs and make adjustments based on student needs and data.
Monitor academic progress and attendance; lead bi-weekly attendance intervention cycles with relevant staff.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain high-quality staff in collaboration with district HR and the Superintendent.
Conduct teacher observations and provide coaching; hold staff reflection and goal-setting meetings.
Address staff concerns, performance development plans (PDPs), and ensure supportive, consistent supervision.
Coordinate professional development, including annual trainings (e.g., CPI) and PD week planning with district leadership.
Maintain clear, timely communication with students, families, staff, and the community.
Produce and distribute the weekly “Sturgeon Splash” update; coordinate website updates and key school communications.
Plan and execute orientation events, open house, and other community-facing activities that support belonging and enrollment.
Support tours and enrollment monitoring with student ambassadors and relevant staff.
Coordinate substitute teacher systems and daily operational routines; ensure efficient communication and coverage.
Lead planning and execution of major school events (including senior/graduation events) in coordination with staff and student leaders.
Coordinate building readiness projects in Quarter 0 (e.g., classroom moves, beautification, and scheduling).
Serve as IEP district representation when needed and coordinate with special education staff to ensure compliance and student support.
Complete school-level compliance tasks across the year (e.g., grade storage, PowerSchool rollover tasks, handbook and guide updates, drill submissions, emergency plan updates).
Prepare monthly reporting as requested (including contributions to the Superintendent’s Board report and school improvement updates).
Quarter 0 (pre-year): building readiness, staffing, schedule set-up, handbooks/guides, safety plan updates, orientations, and PD week planning.
Quarters 1–2: establish routines, attendance interventions, instructional monitoring, staff observations, and enrollment season preparation.
Quarters 3–4: sustain culture and instruction, support senior/graduation milestones, end-of- year data and reflections, and program review.