Principal (Interim)

SCHOOL SNAPSHOT & OVERVIEW:

The Digital Arts & Technology Academy (DATA) has a student-centered, innovative, and collaborative culture focused on creativity, equity and SEL for students in grades 7-12. See our website for more details: www.datacharter.org.

We look forward to hearing from leaders who have a passion for education; enjoy building a strong, collaborative faculty; and a desire to inspire students. We are seeking those with experience and expertise.

WORK YEAR:

• 211 Days – Starting 7/20/26 

PAY & BENEFITS:

• Full-time, full year pay is $116,250 to $123,000 depending on experience.
• This position is full-time and eligible for the full benefits package.
• Insurances include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life, disability, and specialty insurances for employees and their families.
• DATA pays 80% of the insurance premiums.
• For the pension benefit, employees pay 10.7% of all earnings into their retirement account, and DATA also pays 18.15% on all pay earned toward the employee’s retirement account!

 JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES FOLLOWS.

INTERIM PRINCIPAL for 2026-27: Job Description

Digital Arts & Technology Academy

Exemption Status: Exempt                                                                          

Immediate Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer                                         

SUMMARY: Manages all resources at the school including personnel, time, equipment and materials. Also assists the CEO with the budget as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Incumbent must achieve the following outcomes with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Arrives on time consistently and is physically present consistently in order to fulfill essential functions and duties with continuity.
• Supervises the development, implementation and maintenance of school policies and procedures.
• Supervises the coordination and implementation of district instructional program and ancillary and operational support programs at the school level and assists in their development.
• Serves as instructional leader at the school.
• Monitors school activities and policies for adherence to all district, state and national regulations.
• Assesses appropriateness of school services and programs.
• Makes changes in programs, personnel, facilities, materials and equipment following district policies.
• Encourages staff, students and community contributions to the school development whenever appropriate.
• Evaluates the work of school staff following district procedures and provides reports as required and provides or cooperates in staff member recognition or problem remediation as requested or required.
• Designs in-service training and staff-development programs at the school and conducts school staff meetings.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of applicants for school-based positions.
• Establishes programs and communication procedures to encourage committee participation, student organizations, community support and extra-curricular activities.
• Develops and maintains student discipline procedures following established guidelines.
• Develops budget recommendations for the school and manages all funds allocated to or generated at the school site.
• Supervises the development and maintenance of a school environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Establishes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of students, staff, facilities and equipment.
• Supervises the preparation and maintenance of all records and reports as required at the school.
• Supervises the Assistant Principal(s) in the areas of curriculum, attendance, building and grounds, and discipline.

DUTIES: In addition to the essential functions of this job, the incumbent must perform the following duties:

• Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations.
• Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of DATA.
• Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information.
• Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations.
• Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly.
• Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals.
• Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility.
• Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: The minimum expectations for this job are as follows:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Knowledge of community, computer system, financial and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of district policies on immunization, medication, first aid, emergencies and child abuse/neglect.
• Three years of teaching experience.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE: The minimum requirements for this job are as follows:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or equivalent.
• Valid State Department of Education administrative licensure.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• The incumbent works with various staff members in a team environment including the administrative staff, State Department personnel, legal counsel, parents, students, advocates and others outside the district.
• Frequent interactions with people in person and on the phone will be necessary.
• Travel from location to location will be necessary.
• Duties are primarily performed in a normal school environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation:

• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies which requires bending, stooping and lifting.
• The employee must use hands and arms to manipulate objects.
• The employee must use keyboards, tools and other controls.
• The employee must sit and stand for long periods of time.
• The employee will escort students around campus.
• The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid.
• The employee must be able to move about assigned locations unaided during the work day.

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of incumbent.  It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of incumbent. This position description is designed to illustrate the minimum requirements of the job. The performance appraisal for this position will evaluate the incumbent’s ability to meet or exceed the minimum requirements of the job. Finalized and approved job descriptions for positions at the Digital Arts & Technology Academy are housed in the Business Office and are updated periodically. Copies are available on request.

Salary : $116,250 - $123,000