Middle School Principal Jobs

INTRODUCTION

Lift for Life Academy, an independent K-12 charter school, is seeking a dynamic and passionate educator to lead its 7th and 8th Grades in Middle school. The middle school utilizes a collaborative team approach with a committed teaching staff. The successful candidate will be a person who is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning, understands the social and emotional needs of the students and families served, and embodies a commitment to both collaboration and innovation as the school’s instructional leader.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide effective instructional and curricular leadership to increase student achievement
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholder groups
• Promote and maintain a positive learning environment and school culture, including the principal’s ability to address student behaviors effectively in collaboration with the Middle School Dean of Students and other support staff.
• Knowledge and ability to effectively evaluate teaching staff, plan and facilitate professional development, and utilize data as part of decision making and planning.
• Provide consistent emphasis on and support for authentic student learning experience, i.e., inquiry, design, and problem-based learning.
• Foster a school culture that supports both student and staff success and promotes respect and appreciation for all students, staff and parents.
• Work collaboratively with other academy leaders to meet organizational goals in the areas of school improvement planning, allocation of academy resources, and stakeholder communications.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and/or Administration.
• Possession (or eligibility thereof) of a valid Secondary Missouri Administrative Certificate.
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices, including 4-years of successful teaching experience.
• Knowledge of effective instructional practices and performance-based evaluation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be committed to understanding the impact of poverty and its impact on learning and student development.
• At least 3 years of administrative/supervisory experience preferred
• Candidates may be asked to develop and present evidence of principal leadership in action as part of the interview process.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• The Academy offers a competitive salary commensurate with an applicant’s education and previous experience.
• All academy employees are part of the Public School Retirement System of the City of St. Louis (PSRSSTL) pension with the option to participate in a 403 (b) investment program through Corebridge.
• The Academy offers 100% employee-paid health, dental, and life insurance with the option to purchase spouse/dependent additions. Employees may purchase supplemental health and wellness insurance plans in partnership with AFLAC and additional life insurance is available through Lincoln.
• The Position of Middle School Principal is a 12-month position. Academy contracts begin August 1st of each academic year, but an exact start date as part of a leadership transition will be discussed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Equal Opportunity Employer