School Principal

The Menta Education Group•Chicago, IL

2d•$75,000 - $108,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a School Principal at The Menta Education Group, you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction, studentâs social/emotional needs, safety, building procedures, and other building needs. REQUIRED: PEL with Principal Certification 6340 S. New England Ave. Chicago, IL 60638 8:00am-3:30pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar Direct Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract) About Menta Academy Midway Menta Academy Midway promotes independence in students by creating a learning environment that fosters individualization and planning. The program provides support for English and non-English speaking children with disabilities by focusing on the whole child in their native language. Collaborative and data-based problem-solving approaches are utilized to develop appropriate interventions and progress monitoring. The classrooms integrate evidence-based strategies from the Structured Teaching Model developed by Division TEACCH, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Physical structure, visual schedules, work systems, communication systems, and sensory supports are thoughtfully integrated to optimize student success. Midway serves students in grades K-12 and those transitioning from school to life ages 18-21. Disabilities served include autism, emotional disabilities, specific learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, other health impairments, traumatic brain injury, and multiple disabilities.

Requirements

PEL with Principal Certification is required
A strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education
A strong knowledge of the PBIS model
Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
Knowledge of Common Core Standards
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently

Nice To Haves

PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Support school-wide initiatives in special education
Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order
Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems