Principal

ACCEL Schools is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal at Barber Preparatory Academy in Highland Park, Michigan dedicated to providing a superior education for all students.

The Principal serves as the instructional and administrative leader of the ACCEL Schools campus – responsible for the development, implementation and achievement of the school’s academic vision, student advancement and daily operations.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide instructional leadership, including implementing an integrated curriculum, directing instructional coaching and evaluation, and using assessment data to guide instruction
• Develop, implement and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes
• Deliver consistently high levels of achievement and learning for all students through rigorous and engaging programs and classroom instruction
• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture
• Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum, review lesson plans weekly, and conduct frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs
• Assume responsibility for student achievement 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
• Work with staff to plan and coordinate teacher-based teams, staff in-service days, data days, etc.
• Develop and implement consistent professional development for teachers
• Implement behavior management practices that ensure consistent norms of orderly, respectful behavior
• Facilitate and direct the Charter School’s Special Education program
• Coordinate all phases of summer educational opportunities and before/after school programs

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for improving educational opportunities for all students
• Demonstrated experience raising student achievement among a diverse group of learners
• Knowledge of/experience with innovative school designs and instructional models
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong, experienced manager with excellent leadership and team building skills
• Ability to translate critical feedback into effective outcomes
• Familiarity with the developmental, behavioral, social, and academic needs of students

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related discipline required; an advanced degree in education/educational leadership strongly preferred
• Current valid Principal license
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a full-time teaching role
• Two or more years of experience in successful school administration/instructional leadership in an urban setting
• Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining a rigorous academic program
• Experience in public education accountability, compliance, and related legal requirements
• Experience in coaching teachers to improve their instructional planning, instructional practice, and classroom culture
• Knowledge of State Standards and Common Core Standards

Benefits:

• Life benefits – time & peace of mind
• Paid time off
• Retirement contributions
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child)
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations
• Health benefits – stay well & thrive
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance
• Career benefits – keep growing
• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools