Principal at s - Hammond, United States - Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter School

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter Schools is currently seeking Principal candidates
NWILCS LIGHTS THE WAY SO OUR SCHOLARS CAN LEAD THEIR LIVES.

We offer a K-12 education that equips scholars with the life-ready skills and academic proficiency they need to confidently pursue their future aspirations.

Our data-driven academic instruction is rigorous and responsive, prioritizing individual needs over grade-level constraints.

Across every campus and grade level, we partner with families to create a nurturing and consistent environment where our scholars can risk self-discovery and realize self-determination.

Looking for a courageous and mission-driven leader who will inspire all staff and scholars to see and realize their own brilliance and limitless potential.

If you are wondering if you should apply and if NWILCS is the place for you, we encourage you to take a chance, bring your questions, and learn more about us throughout the interview process.

What NWILCS Can Offer You:
A strong organizational culture, focused on our mission of preparing all scholars for four-year colleges, careers, and beyond
A community that is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization
An academic coach who provides consistent, relevant, and individualized feedback based on in-class observations
The opportunity to grow as a professional and advance to leadership roles in the organization such as grade level lead, instructional coach, culture dean, and other leadership opportunities
A school with a strong commitment to community and family engagement
Leadership teams that are supportive, reflective and seek out teacher voice and feedback

Responsibilities:
The Principal will lead all administrative and educational efforts within the assigned school.
This individual will be the strategic and tactical leader in the following areas:

• Day-to-day responsibility for the overall functioning of the school– ensuring quality instruction, safe and supportive environment, data driven instruction and the administration of all formative and summative assessments, implementation of required curricula, development of teacher capacity and growth, arts infusion implementation, restorative approach to student management.
• Management and development of leadership team
• Building and maintaining key parent, community, and board relations.
• Supervision of operations including ensuring full enrollment and recruitment of students, ensuring spending is in line with budget, hiring and firing staff as required.

Requirements:
A strong belief that all scholars can succeed.
M.Ed. or higher in School Administration, Curriculum and Instruction
An Indiana Dept. Of Ed. Teaching and Administrative license
3-5 years of urban teaching and leading
A proven track record of closing the achievement gap

Skills:
Proven leadership and management skills
Strong interpersonal skills with a natural tendency toward collaboration
Strong judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Creative, flexible and innovative team player
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

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