Principal, Virtual Landmark Academy

Title: Principal, Virtual Landmark Academy

Location: Kimball, MI

Job Description:

Summary/Objective
The Principal of the Virtual Landmark Academy shall be responsible for the operation of the school within the framework of the existing policies of Summit Management Consulting.

Essential Functions

• Effectively communicate the Academy’s goals to the teaching and building staff
• Serves as an instructional leader
• Provide ongoing professional development for staff and demonstrates a commitment to sound research-based instructional practices.
• Leads the improvement of student achievement by utilizing the components of the Summit Management Consulting model.
• Leads ongoing instruction for all staff members about the components of the Summit Management Consulting model.
• Monitors lesson plans to ensure that they reflect the district pacing calendars.
• Plans and facilitates professional development to increase staff knowledge about effective instruction.
• Regularly observes teachers, providing specific feedback about their performance, and gives suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Fosters a positive school climate by assessing, planning, and communicating with the school community.
• Manages personnel effectively through appropriate delegation, planning and evaluation.  Fosters an environment where staff and faculty work cooperatively together.
• Manages monetary items, staff projections and staff allocations in compliance with district policies.
• Promotes an environment where Administrator and staff are accessible.
• Promotes a positive tone for collaborative school/community relations by articulating the mission, seeking community support, and fostering rapport while demonstrating an awareness of cultural activities.
• Provides leadership in professional growth through active participation, professional conduct and dissemination of ideas that foster mutual respect between the District and the larger community.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position involves direct supervision of the Virtual Landmark Academy staff.

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Discretion
• Collaboration Skills
• Ethical Conduct
• Public Speaking
• Organizational Skills
• Strong Leadership Skills
• Performance Management

Work Environment
The work environment for this position is a school setting that requires sitting, standing, walking, bending and the use of standard office equipment.

 
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree required with appropriate experience in a leadership role, master’s degree preferred.  Appropriate teaching certification and administrator certification required.

 
Physical Demands
This position involves walking, sitting, standing, bending and at times lifting up to 30 pounds.

 
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