School Principal - School Leader

KIPP St. Louis Public Schools•St. Louis, MO

About The Position

School Principal - School Leader Position Overview The School Leader serves as the chief instructional and organizational leader of the school and is accountable for student achievement, school culture, staff development, and operational excellence. The School Leader sets a clear vision for academic success and ensures its execution through strong instructional leadership, adult development, and disciplined school systems. Reporting to the Chief Schools Officer, the School Leader leads the school leadership team and ensures regional priorities are implemented with fidelity while building a joyful, rigorous, and equitable learning environment where every student can thrive. Who we are: KIPP St. Louis is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in St. Louis city. As the largest charter school system in the city, we are driven and committed to our mission and vision. Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. KIPP St. Louis currently educates approximately 2,000 students and boasts hundreds of alumni. Today, our St. Louis network consists of three elementary schools, two middle schools, and a high school. What makes KIPP St. Louis unique? We believe that our educators are proving what's possible in urban education each and every day, by inspiring students, and helping them discover the joy of learning. KIPP schools support our educators to help students achieve academic excellence, building the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Together, we are raising the bar for every student, every day.

Requirements

2+ years of successful classroom teaching experience
Demonstrated impact on student outcomes and instructional practice
Experience supporting or leading adults
Ability to observe instruction and provide actionable feedback
Bachelor's Degree in education or related field
Data-informed decision-making skills
State teaching or administrative certification
Prior school leadership experience
Strong instructional leadership and coaching skills.
Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
Ability to analyze student data and drive instructional improvement.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage complex school systems.
Instructional leadership and school improvement strategies.
Adult learning and teacher development.
MTSS and school culture systems.
Data-driven instruction and assessment practices.

Nice To Haves

Leadership development program or fellowship experience
Experience leading schoolwide initiatives
Master's degree in education or related field

Responsibilities

Academic & Instructional Leadership Set and execute the instructional vision aligned to regional priorities.
Monitor student performance using internal and external assessments.
Ensure strong curriculum implementation across classrooms.
Supervise and develop Assistant School Leaders and Instructional Coaches.
Ensure teachers receive consistent coaching and feedback.
Talent & Adult Development Recruit, hire, and retain high-performing teachers and staff.
Supervise, evaluate, and develop school staff.
Build leadership capacity within the school leadership team.
Address underperformance and drive continuous improvement.
School Culture & Student Experience Establish and maintain strong school culture systems.
Monitor attendance, behavior, and student engagement.
Partner with families to build trust and strong school-community relationships.
Ensure safe and inclusive learning environments.
Operational Leadership Partner with the Manager of Operations to ensure reliable school systems.
Monitor enrollment, attendance, staffing, and school resources.
Ensure compliance with state, regional, and organizational policies.

Benefits

$0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
Employer Paid Short Term Disability.
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.
Retirement plan through PSSRSSL with an employer match up to 14% and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony, holiday party, and more!
Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer.
Ongoing professional development.
Generous time off: Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave
Paid parental leave for new families
Paid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break
Wellness days provided throughout the year