STEM Principal (Accepting Applications)

Riverside Elementary School District No. 2•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$100,000

About The Position

The STEM 2 Principal serves as the educational leader of the school, responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations and procedures of the Governing Board to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe, childcentered learning environment. The STEM 2 Principal will strive in setting and achieving the highest standards of excellence that meets and exceeds the AZ Common Core State Standards and the approved STEM 2 curricula. Achieving academic excellence requires that the STEM 2 School Principal work collaboratively in leading, guiding, nurturing and inspiring all members of the school staff as well as being able to communicate effectively with parents and members of the community. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extracurricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling and facilities operations.

Requirements

Completion of a Master’s Degree or higher in Education, Educational Administration, Curriculum & Instruction or a related field from an accredited college or university.
A valid Arizona Elementary and/or Secondary Teaching Certificate.
A valid Arizona Administrator’s Certificate for Principal
ASA Highly Qualified Evaluator Training I & II Certificate
A valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Possession of a valid Arizona Driver’s License
At least five (5) years of successful teaching experience, preferably in a STEM 2 related area.
A minimum of three (3) successful years of experience as a Principal or Assistant Principal.
Experience working with a diverse student, parent and community population.
Experience working with English Language Learning students.
Advanced training in Curriculum & Instruction, Technology Integration and Student Management.
Knowledge of STEM 2 integration throughout the curriculum.
Knowledge of STEM 2 Curriculum Unit Design, planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
Knowledge and experience promoting hands-on and project/problem-based learning.
Knowledge of principles and practices of leadership, management, supervision and training.
Thorough knowledge of the AZ Common Core State Standards.
Knowledge of school budget preparation.
Ability to be highly organize, set priorities, keep accurate records, take initiative, utilize exceptional time management skills and follow a wide variety of tasks through to completion.
Possess a high level of English proficiency, including grammar and spelling, for oral and written communications, report writing, preparation of written correspondence and developing and presenting professional development for staff.
Enthusiastic, flexible, outgoing personality with excellent “people” skills.
Possesses strong leadership traits with the ability to lead people and provide direction.
Ability to multi-task with a high degree of accuracy and prioritize appropriately.
Ability to exercise strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Ability to work with colleagues to develop and implement a team approach.
History of good health and consistent work habits, with minimal number of absences.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Use tact, courtesy and patience when dealing with people.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications and iVisions.
Ability to make decisions that support in the mission and vision of the district.
Ability to demonstrate high level of integrity, commitment and work ethic.
Ability to remain calm, flexible and work effectively under pressure.