Principal- Gene L Klida Utica Academy for International Studies

JOB DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Executive Administrator of Schools, the Principal of the Gene L. Klida Utica Academy for International Studies (UAIS) serves as the instructional/educational leader, responsible for student learning, personnel management, scheduling, emergency procedures, facility operations and is accountable to meet and exceed goals as established by the District. This is a 44-week administrative position.

Reports To: Executive Administrator of Schools

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Administration from an accredited institution with a major in Education Administration, or its equivalent preferred.
• State of Michigan administrative certification required.
• State of Michigan teacher certification preferred.
• Worked successfully for a period of at least (5) years in the educational field. International baccalaureate program experience preferred.
• Educational leadership experience preferred.
• Possess strong understanding of International Baccalaureate curriculum, pedagogy and philosophy.
• Demonstrated record of improved student achievement.
• A deep understanding of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to problem solve, critically think and resolve community issues.
• Ability to positively influence and support a diverse student population and school community.

 Responsibilities:

• Ensure excellence through equity and access for all students.
• Lead, support and supervise the implementation of the International Baccalaureate curriculum in coordination with required state standards, standards for college and career readiness and district curriculum.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning aligned to IB philosophy, including inquiry-based and concept-driven instruction.
• Oversee IB programme implementation and ensure adherence to IB standards during authorization and evaluation cycles.
• Lead and support the use of digital learning tools including a learning management system, student information system, grade book and collaboration services.
• Lead and support the development of digital content and the use of assessment tools to measure student learning.
• Lead the use of real-time data about student learning to drive educational decisions
• Provide leadership in the development of the school improvement plan, aligning the plan with the District’s vision, mission initiatives and district improvement plan.
• Supervise the instructional program and evaluate the performance of teachers.
• Lead and supervise the implementation of research based instructional strategies for all grade levels including but not limited to sub-group populations.
• Implement in-depth and on-going professional development to support instructional strategies.
• Monitor and assess the performance of the students through data analysis.
• Align resources with goals and priorities.
• Master Scheduling for the IB progamme with staffing responsibilities to be completed prior to summer recess.
• Monitor the revenue and expenditures of the individual school.
• Attend, lead, supervise and participate in school and district activities including but not limited to graduation, extracurricular activities and conferences.
• Communicate regularly with all stakeholders using a variety of media.
• Effectively lead, positively influence and support a culturally diverse educational community.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for all stakeholders.
• Foster a professional community of teachers and staff to promote each student’s academic success and well-being.
• Perform such other duties as assigned.

SALARY RANGE:  $110,579.00 - $141,275.00  

Method: Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uticak12.org. Please scan your letter of application, resume, transcripts, credentials, letters of recommendation, and certificates and upload to your online application. Any questions may be directed via phone at 586.797.1130.

NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of the Utica Community Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, nation origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination by this educational agency.

Salary : $110,579 - $141,275