Head of School - Palos Hills, United States - Koraes Elementary School

Description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The major responsibility of the Head of School is to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of Koraes Elementary School.

In keeping with the school's mission, the Head of School fosters the traditions, relationships, and practices that determine the school's climate and culture.

This includes directing and overseeing curriculum and instruction, programs and activities of students, faculty and staff for grades preschool through grade eight, and to meet the educational standards required by the school and the school's accrediting agencies.

The Head of School must be professional and approachable in appearance and manner, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to mentor, teach, counsel and motivate those within their scope of influence is critical.

Other characteristics include a focus on servant leadership, the ability to cast vision, and be a team-builder who creates a stable, effective work environment.

The Head of School must understand the culture of today's elementary students and families, being fully aware of what is relevant to them.

Valued characteristics for the Head of School are a wise and discerning spirit, with the ability and willingness to listen, have compassion for others, display confidence and hold true to impeccable integrity.

The administrator must exercise discretion and sensitivity in handling confidential internal and external matters, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy and trust.

In addition, the ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with the community-at-large, including faculty and staff, board members, parents, KPTA, volunteers and others is crucial to the success of this role.

The Head of School oversees all school administration, works with the School Board and staff to implement board policies, reports to the board on all key areas, and represents the school to internal and external constituents.

Maintains a positive and ongoing relationship with the Koraes Parent Teacher Association (KPTA).

In order to assess instructional practices, the leader will manage faculty, staff, and student selection, and develop and monitor the school's resources.

Orthodox Christian and Hellenistic Identity

The employee must be a Christian with an authentic and a mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional conduct and personal lifestyle.

The employee is committed to incorporating these qualities and standards in carrying out the calling to Christian education so that he/she

Promotes and facilitates an environment which fosters the Hellenistic and Orthodox Christian identity of the school

Promotes parent/guardian partnerships in order to advance the mission of the school and the ministry of Orthodox Christian education.

Encourages students, school families and faculty members to celebrate liturgies, and the feasts of the liturgical year

Interviews and recommends and hires staff of Christian faith

Oversee reregistration process including re-enrollment for families and students of the Orthodox Christian faith

Conduct new student screenings and family interviews, discerning appropriate fit for enrollment at Koraes Elementary School

Curriculum and Instruction Leading to Academic Excellence

Ensures a dynamic and multifaceted educational day devoted to furthering Orthodox Christianity and Hellenic language and culture through educational achievement

Upholds the academic and ethical standards of the school

Ensures all students learn to their fullest potential, using data to inform decision-making

Assists faculty in utilizing effective learning strategies that integrate technology

Acts as the instructional leader of the school by recruiting, hiring, supervising, evaluating, and providing quality professional development for highly qualified, certified staff members to improve student learning

Fosters professionalism, collegiality, and ethical conduct in the faculty

Provides for the professional development of the faculty

Stimulates and participates in the dialog about teaching and learning at the school

Supervises the selection of curricula, class schedules, assessments, graduation requirements, and all aspects of the school's academic program

Optimizes the physical learning environment and technology in all instructional areas

Works with Greek Department Head to ensure alignment of curriculum

Works closely with the parish priest to ensure the religion curriculum is aligned within a scope and sequence

Student Life

Organizes student activities and extracurricular opportunities

Administers the school's discipline policies and standards of conduct

Supervises the school's support systems, such social and emotional supports, academic support, before- and after-school programs,health and wellness, etc.

Oversees the school safety programs including building security, emergency procedures, transportation regulations, tornado and fire drills, etc.

Promotes a healthy student culture in and out of school

Optimizes all-school gatherings including assemblies, sporting events, performances, etc.

Provides for social and emotional learning and ethical teachings in keeping with the mission of our Christian Orthodox school

Reports student progress to parents on a timely and helpful basis

Business, Finance and Building Operations

Understands and supervises the business functions of the school, including budgeting; monitoring and reporting income, maintenance of appropriate records; and assisting the parish treasurer and/or school board member

Oversees all employment and human relations matters, such as contracts, salaries, benefits, job assignments, job orientation, performance evaluation, retentions and dismissals, personnel records, employee handbooks, etc.

Oversees the maintenance and cleaning of the building and grounds in conjunction with the church office and parish council representative

Collaborates plans and execution of repairs, and building projects

Explore and apply for grants as appropriate

Complete the necessary portals for state reporting

Responsible for the annual accreditation requirements

Mission and Planning

Works with the School Board to oversee the growth of the school

Assists the Board with follow through on both short and long-term goals

Ensures adherence to the school's Strategic Plan

Works with the KPTA to oversee fundraising and where funds are to be distributed

Serves as chief spokesperson for the school, assuring proper representation of the school and the Board to the community

The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not restrict the administration's right to assign or reassign other reasonable duties, responsibilities, or expectations to this job at any time, with or without advance notice.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be a Christian and live a lifestyle that demonstrates such practice

Must have a current Professional Educator License with a Principal or General Administrative Endorsement in the State of Illinois

Leadership experience at the elementary school level

Knowledge of school administrative processes and educational regulations

Hands-on experience with Google and education management systems

Previous leadership/coaching experience involving working with teachers and staff

Ability to project positive images to students, staff members, parents, the parish community, the School Board, and the parish council

Demonstrates a record of dynamic leadership that includes partnering with staff and parents

Maintain attention to detail

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Experience in crisis management

Ability to coach and inspire

Essential Skills and Abilities

Collaborate with the Director of Instructional Services in order to evaluate development and administration of elementary curriculum and instruction

Professional written and verbal communication skills

Strong teacher recruitment, development and evaluation skills

Knowledge of the Danielson Framework for Teaching

Exceptional leadership skills

Creative problem-solver

Ability to create and maintain Christlike partnerships with all constituents

Working knowledge of NWEA MAP assessment and Schoolwide Inc.

Experience / Knowledge

An advanced degree in education or a related field, and at least five (5) years of successful experience in an educational setting are required.

Leadership experience at the elementary school level is required.

A minimum of three (3) years experience as an administrator preferred.

Experience working with students with special needs

Knowledge and experience building the capacity of teacher teams

Experience using data to develop priorities and action planning

Experience leading adults toward a common goal

Physical Demands

Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position

Must be able to maintain a stationary position for the majority of the work day.

Must be able to traverse campus

Must be able to use computers, appropriate software, and other audio-visual equipment

Must be able to position oneself to work with children

Must be able to communicate with others

Specific vision abilities required in this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

The employee must be able to discern low volume sounds

Must be able to assist children for health and safety reasons

Will be expected to work evenings and some weekends as required by the school's event supervision calendar


WORK SCHEDULE
This is a full time, 12-month position with regular daily hours of 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Additional evening and occasional weekend hours are to be expected to attend scheduled and unscheduled meetings, student activities, school programs, etc.

This position begins July 1, 2024. The administrator does not work during school breaks or scheduled school days off. Vacation time for the Administrator is set by his/her contract. The School Board will be offering a multi-year contract upon evaluation of the first year.


Starting salary range:
$75,000-$85,000, based on demonstrated experience and qualifications.


Benefits:
Family dental insurance

Family health insurance

Family vision insurance

Professional Development reimbursement as approved by the School Board

Access to an onsite administrative mentor

Answers to and is evaluated by the School Board annually.

Application Process

All documentation will be sent to

Succinctly state your philosophy why a faith-based education is important for families and students in the 21st century.

Succinctly, but specifically, tell us which people, what books, what schools, what podcasts, etc. influence your educational philosophy?

Letter of intent

Current resume

Three references with relationship to applicant


Job Type:
Full-time


Pay:
$76, $85,500.00 per year


Benefits:
Dental insurance

Health insurance

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance


Grade levels:
Elementary school

Middle school

Pre-Kindergarten


Schedule:
Monday to Friday


School type:
Private school

Religious school


Ability to Relocate:

Palos Hills, IL 60465:
Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location:
In person

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