Vista Meadows Academy is hiring a full time School Leader for the 24/25 School Year. Position will start July 1st. 

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a wonderful staff and become an active member of a school family? Did you get your teaching degree because you truly believe that all children can succeed academically when given the proper tools and instruction?

Vista Meadows Academy is a 9-12 public school academy located on the beautiful campus of Vista Maria in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. The Academy was founded on the belief that all children can learn if provided a nurturing and stimulating environment where expectations are high and support is bountiful. Serving a smaller student population in the Detroit area provides support for student achievement by offering after school programs, college readiness assessments, free credit recovery opportunities, extensive summer opportunities and a safe and stimulating learning environment. At Vista Meadows Academy, students are inspired to be college bound and career ready by mastering the habits of scholarship, character, and leadership.

At Vista Meadows Academy, you will work with a team-oriented and dedicated staff and be provided regularly scheduled time for professional development, mentoring, and teacher collaboration. If you believe in making a positive difference in the lives of students, thrive in an environment where collaboration is a mainstay, flexibility is a must, and a positive, self-motivated attitude makes you a part of a unique family, then you need to apply today.

The Principal will:

1) Believe in and promote the vision and mission of the Academy.

2) Ensure the academic success and emotional welfare of all students.

3) Develop and promote a positive student and staff culture.

4) Promote and utilize restorative practices to foster positive relationships within the school

5) Develop strategic partnerships and programs for school-wide success.

6) Drive the enrollment and recruitment campaign for the school.

7) Direct new student enrollment, registration, and scheduling.

8) Administer district policies concerning academics, discipline, and attendance.

9) Maintain a clean, safe and inclusive school environment.

10) Develop and maintain a thriving parent advisory board.

11) Assist with planning and implementing school programs and events and promote positive public and school-community relations.

12) Use systems thinking to solve complex problems.

13) Motivate staff and students to reach ambitious targets.

14) Maintain a balanced school budget.

15) Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in administration, supervision, curriculum or related areas.
• Meet the State school administrator’s certification or continuing education requirement.
• Three years of successful teaching experience or related experience with students.
• Able to foster a student-centered learning environment.
• Demonstrate advanced organizational and communication skills with students, parents and staff.
• Possess a positive work history.
• Possess a solutions-oriented and innovative attitude.
• Able to manage multiple, complex projects at one time.
• Demonstrated success with meeting school enrollment targets. 

Salary: Commensurate with experience. 

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Medical, Vision, & Dental Plans

• 4% 401(k) company contribution 

• 3% 401(k) company match

• Life, ADD, STD, LTD 100% paid by the employer

• Voluntary Plans Available

If you are interested in learning more about Vista Meadows Academy, please visit our website at http://www.vistameadowspsa.com/