HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Qualifications:

● Master’s degree in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership, or related field

● Valid State of Michigan Administrative Certificate (ES) (or eligibility to obtain)

● Valid State of Michigan Teaching certificate

● Minimum of three years of successful secondary school administrative experience (preferred)

● Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience

● Understanding of International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (preferred)

● Successful experience with building level leadership and/or committees

● Understanding of diverse learners and experience with MTSS and progress monitoring

● Experience building course schedules and co-curricular activities

● Proven leadership ability in building relationships with all stakeholders, inspiring teachers around a common vision,

and achieving transformative goals for students, families, staff, and administration

● Experience in supervisory responsibilities, which include budgetary oversight, supporting professional development

for assigned staff, evaluating, addressing complaints, and resolving problems

● Proven commitment to continuous improvement, using relevant data, and providing/receiving feedback

● Ability to lead faculty, staff, and students through the implementation of curricular and programmatic objectives

● Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of systems that support special education and Section 504

● Evidence of instructional leadership and fostering a positive and innovative teaching and learning environment

● Effective listening, verbal, and written communication skills with diverse stakeholder groups

● Strong commitment to equity, social justice, and inclusion in all practices

● Knowledge of and experience in Restorative Practices

● Demonstrates collaborative leadership, including well-organized, creative thinker, and flexible team player with

excellent administrative skills

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience

Start Date: July 1, 2024

Contract: 260 contract days

Contact: Interested applicants should apply online at: www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp

Deadline: Until filled

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Professional development assistance

School type:

• Public school

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI 49506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person