Interim Principal Lorain

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
10/31/2024

Location:
Constellation Schools LLC Interim Principal
Lorain, Ohio, United States
Constellation Schools is seeking experienced and highly motivated Principal in Lorain, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. ?We are seeking leaders who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement.

The Principal serves as the educational leader, responsible for managing the policies, regulations, and procedures to promote the educational development of each student and the professional development of each staff member.

The Principal shall be responsible for:

Operational Objectives:

• Effectively direct the school's educational program and maximize student learning experiences in a safe learning environment.

• Articulates the school's philosophy and mission and complies with all pertinent State of Ohio and Federal educational requirements, working to fulfill the mission of Constellation Community Schools.

• Establishes and maintains educational programs that foster academic excellence and character development.

• Establishes a framework for involving the entire school community in developing and supporting shared beliefs, values, mission and goals for the school and Constellation.

• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with: staff; parents; ODE; local elected and civic leaders; and the community at large.

• Develops and maintains a school atmosphere with high academic and behavioral expectations.

• Ensures maintenance of a safe, clean, orderly, positive and effective learning environment.

• Maintains school communication. Seeks assistance from LLC staff to improve performance.

• Implements Board policies and administrative regulations so as to provide an atmosphere in which students will succeed.

• Administers all Federal, State and Board adopted programs adhering to all eligibility, record keeping, reporting and confidentiality requirements.

• Oversees the appropriate delivery of all Title and Special Education Services in accordance with the applicable law.

• Insures the accuracy and timely submission of all reports, records and files relating to student, staff, operations, and activities. i. e. EMIS, and all other state federal and local reporting requirements.

• Creates and maintains an operating schedule that insures year round building access.

• Screens and selects school employees, completes all applicable routing paperwork and when necessary make the appropriate recommendations to the governing Board.

• Insures the success of all sponsor site visits.

• Manages the enrollment process.

• Attends all scheduled Board Meetings.

• Maintains the Parent/Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct. Handles student discipline in a fair, consistent manner in accordance with policies & Procedures.

• Communicates effectively with staff, students, parents/guardians, and outside agencies to better meet the needs of the students.

• Identifies programs and activities which facilitate the professional growth of school staff and enhance the quality of educational programs.

• Remains knowledgeable of Charter Schools/Public Schools legal issues.

• Communicates with LLC staff to inform and insure the school's web-site information is accurate and up to-date.

• Assists in the development of the school budget so as to insure the needs of the school can be met.

• Coordinates all grant efforts in the school.

• Evaluates data points to maximize student learning. Evaluates student progress.

• Partners with parents/guardians to ensure the academic success of their children.

• Welcomes parents/guardians and students each day with enthusiasm.

• Encourages parents/guardians to participate in their child's school experience.

• Encourages parents/guardians participation during parents/guardians conferences.

• Encourages parents/guardians satisfaction feedback via parents/guardians surveys.

• Provides parents/guardians of prospective students with information about and tours of the school.

• Fosters relationships with parents/guardians, encourages volunteerism.

• Encourages and maintains communications with community members. Participates in community events, connecting with community leaders.

• Works with Marketing Staff to ensure the Constellation brand is visible within the community.

• Attends meetings/activities and training with: students, parents/guardians, and staff, as and when required.

• Provides direction and assistance to teaching staff as it relates to curriculum development, and the evaluation and selection of classroom materials.

• Coordinates the establishment of all school committees and student enrichment activities and participates in system-wide Constellation committees.

• Supervises all school personnel, directly and/or indirectly.

• Orients new staff and provides information to ensure acclimation to school culture.

• Evaluates Teachers based on the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES). Coaches Teachers to assist them to reach their full potential.

• Handles personnel activities which includes, but is not limited to, approving payroll, handling on-the-job injuries, managing performance issues. Works collaboratively with LLC personnel to ensure personnel matters are appropriately handled.

• Must possess excellent communication skills.

• Problem solving skills: able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; able to gather and analyze information skillfully.

• Interpersonal Skills: able to maintain confidentiality, remain open to others' ideas and exhibit a willingness to try new things.

• Oral Communication: able to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills and conduct meetings.

• Written Communication: able to edit work for spelling and grammar, present numerical data effectively and able to read and interpret written information.

• Planning/organizing: able to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.

• Quality Control: able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality.

• Adaptability: able to adapt .