Turnaround K-12 School Principal

ACCEL Schools•Virtual Preparatory Academy of Florida, FL

About The Position

The Principal serves as the instructional and administrative leader of VPA Florida – responsible for the development, implementation and achievement of the school’s academic vision, student advancement and daily operations. The Principal will ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures involving professional development, teacher quality assessment, curriculum and pedagogical advancement. Eligibility: Open to residents of Florida

Requirements

Master's degree in Education or related discipline is required
Current valid Principal license
Turnaround experience
Three or more years of experience working in an online school in an instructional leadership role
Two or more years of experience in successful school administration/instructional leadership in an online school setting
Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards
Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks
Experience in coaching teachers to improve their instructional planning, instructional practice, and classroom culture
Ability to meet educational standards as applicable
Ability to work well under pressure as well as effectively prioritize and execute tasks to meet deadlines consistently
Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

an advanced degree in education/educational leadership strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture as well as School Report Card/Accountability goals
Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum
Complete ongoing review of weekly lesson plans
Implement frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs
Assume responsibility for student outcomes as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing
Serve as the instructional leader in the building by facilitating a growth-focused professional environment
Develop and/or modify the school’s cultural programming and school-wide PBIS process with an emphasis on personal and academic growth
Lead Data Driven Instructional efforts, teaching and supporting staff in using data to monitor program effectiveness and adjust instructional programming
Plan all phases of summer educational opportunities and before and after/supplemental programs as applicable
Ensure effective implementation of instructional program across grade bands
Monitor teacher performance metrics (pass rates, teaching time, student contacts, etc...) and ensure teacher accountability for meeting set expectations
Work with the operations team to coordinate audits, and ensure compliance to state and sponsor/authorizer regulations
Work with the IT team to coordinate school technology efforts and make recommendations for improvement
Work with the Student Services to ensure support staff understand instructional model and teachers understand and appropriately utilize available student supports
Assist with updating parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks
Effectively communicate the school’s mission and vision and solicit input from parents and families about school performance, areas for improvement, and their needs
Engage and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications, involving parents, wherever possible in the life of the school
Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards
Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school’s philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
Coordinate special projects, such as peer mentoring, service learning and community involvement
Conduct home visits as needed
Respond to parent concerns and work collaboratively with parents
Address student disciplinary situations and implement school code of conduct and suspension/expulsion procedures
Other duties as assigned