School Principal

Deep Roots Charter School•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Principal oversees school performance and instruction, making structural, budgetary and personnel decisions that promote the vision and instructional best practices of Deep Roots Charter School (DRCS). As a member of the senior team, the School Principal will play a pivotal role in leading a high-performing community of teachers and administrators and in enhancing a participatory, student-centered and rigorously outcomes-driven culture. The Principal reports to the CEO.

Requirements

Commitment to DRCS mission and belief that all students can learn
Superior grasp of effective instructional and behavioral methods and strategies for educating elementary students
Strong process, people, and project management skills with the proven ability to train, supervise, and coach professional staff in order to foster a cooperative team environment
Intellectual agility, a commitment to maintaining rigorous standards, and a demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute on multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly-changing environment
Ability to leverage computer software programs and other technology that will support the learning environment
Ability to communicate effectively with parents
Demonstrated professionalism and responsibility, and a strong work ethic
A positive, high-energy attitude, and a drive for personal excellence
Flexible attitude, ability to work with urgency
Strong problem solving and strategic thinking skills
Demonstrate with awareness of the ongoing implications of racism and privilege and the threat these implications pose to our mission.
Willingness and desire to participate in unexpected projects
Ability to lead the Leadership Team in the day-to-day operations of DRCS
Master's Degree or Doctorate in Education Administration or related field
Three-five years of demonstrated classroom experience, preferably in an urban setting
Two years of demonstrated success supervising or leading a team
Must have a PA state Principal Certificate

Nice To Haves

Understanding of public education and charter schools is desirable

Responsibilities

Work to dramatically improve student achievement by leading and developing the academic
Supervise instructional methods, evaluate lesson plans, and coach teachers to ensure effective instructional strategies
Implement effective internal and external assessment systems and use data to inform
Serve on the School Oversight committee of the board to ensure curricular and instructional alignment, grades K-8 (at full capacity)
Build a team of high-quality faculty and staff for DRCS, managing recruitment, professional development, evaluation, supervision, retention, and dismissal.
Drive and support implementation of DRCS's vision and guiding principles to ensure a positive, achievement-focused school culture among teachers, staff and students
Lead, supervise, and develop a high-functioning team of educators and personnel who are focused on driving superior academic performance and fostering personal responsibility, including Assistant Principals of Instruction, Culture, and Specialized Services.
Create, manage, and evaluate operational processes to ensure consistency with the school's values and goals
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations for education standards/requirements
Ensure effective collection and analysis of student performance data to identify struggling students, curriculum shortfalls, and teacher quality issues
Conduct informal and formal evaluations for teachers and other school staff members
Develop partnerships with families, ensuring a network of support and accountability for students' academic and behavioral performance.
Oversee the school's "Best of Philly" after-school program, ensuring it provides students with rigorous enrichment opportunities in academics, fine arts, leadership, community service, and
Additional duties as assigned