Principal, REACH Academy Charter School

Job Title: Middle School Principal

Middle School Principal Job Description

The successful candidate will provide the leadership and management necessary to administer

and supervise all programs, policies and activities of REACH Academy Charter Middle School

and to ensure high quality educational experiences and services for the scholars in a safe and

enriching environment. The successful candidate will also model the mission of REACH

Academy Charter Middle School.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and characteristics of REACH

Academy Charter Middle School.

Knowledge of and ability to implement rules and procedures for programs, services and

discipline.

Knowledge of and ability to use word processing, database and spreadsheet applications.

Knowledge of current educational trends and research.

Skill in human interaction and conflict resolution.

Ability to read, interpret, follow and enforce the Code of Ethics, Board of Trustees

policies and other state and federal laws.

Ability to use effective interview techniques, coaching procedures and evaluation

procedures.

Ability to use effective public speaking skills, group dynamics and interaction and

problem-solving skills.

Ability to maintain a sensitivity to multicultural issues.

Ability to perceive the impact of a decision on other components of the organization.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to plan, organize and prioritize activities related to assignment.

Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making.

Ability to tolerate highly stressful situations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Advocates for the scholars, staff, and school, (e.g. responsive to parents and community,

creates a welcoming climate and culture, markets school programs, promotes and

emphasizes support for parental involvement) for the purpose of encouraging and

promoting community involvement and outreach.

Composes a wide variety of materials (e.g. quantity reports, scholar activities,

correspondence, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written

reference and/or conveying information.

Delegates responsibility for a variety of administrative functions to other personnel for

the purpose of managing the workload more efficiently.

Directs curriculum and instruction on campus (e.g. enforces grade level standards,

provides opportunities for enrichment and intervention, encourages differentiated

instruction for all scholars, creates and supports learning communities, sets high

expectations, educational leader, continuous improvement mindset) for the purpose of

increasing scholar achievement.

Evaluates assigned personnel for the purpose of ensuring that standards are achieved,

compliance with job descriptions is obtained, and performance is maximized.

Facilitates communication (oral and written) between personnel, scholars and/or parents

for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems and/or resolving conflicts.

Implements policies, procedures and/or processes for the purpose of providing direction

and/or complying with mandated requirements.

Instructional Leader for the Middle School Location (e.g. responsible for scholar

achievement, focused conversations with teachers, daily classroom visits, shares and

models effective teaching strategies, confronts classroom mediocrity, has high

expectations, provides structure, strong disciplinarian, creates and maintains positive

school climate (orderly), drive to move school forward, and includes all staff in the team

effort in promoting scholar achievement)

Model for all staff (e.g. develops personal growth plans for self and all staff, ensures

quality staff development at school site, creates and supports learning communities, uses

and models use of technology, models behaviors of a lifelong learner) for the purpose of

creating an environment where staff and scholars are successful.

Presents information (e.g. budget overviews, accounting processes, distribution formulas,

school improvement plan, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining

feedback and ensuring adherence to established internal controls.

Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their

work activities.

Promotes use of assessment data (e.g. monitors scholars progress, conducts and uses

assessment data to guide instruction, uses academic support systems) for the purpose of

increasing scholar achievement.

Represents the school within community forums for the purpose of maintaining ongoing

community support for educational goals and/or assisting with issues related to school

environment.

Perform other duties assigned by the Head of School.

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree from an accredited educational institution required;

Valid SBL/SDL from New York State preferred;

Valid New York State teaching certification or valid teaching certification from other

state is required;

Minimum of five (5) years successful classroom teaching experience required;

Minimum of 3 years as either a principal or assistant principal in a middle school setting

or equivalent role is required;

Satisfactory NYS fingerprinting background check

SALARY

$110,000 -$130,000 based upon experience