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The Principal role at Lansingschools is an on-site position located in Lansing, MI.

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Principal

LansingschoolsLansing, MI1d ago

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are a Principal. Principals in the Lansing School District own their building's instruction, culture, and community engagement. Principals develop teachers through observations, professional development, and evaluation. They will also develop relationships with students and families, creating and supporting schoolwide behavior intervention systems. Principals work hand in hand with Executive Team members to ensure the success of their schools day in and day out.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate (if you don't currently have this but are working towards it or believe you're eligible for alternative certification, you may still apply)

Demonstrated success in teaching, instructional coaching, behavior intervention, and community engagement

Previous school administrative experience

At least three years of teaching experience

Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Teaching, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field

Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate

At least five years of successful teaching experience

At least three years of successful school leadership experience

Job Responsibilities: School Culture & Administration

Create a professional learning community that focuses on curriculum and instruction as the primary vehicle for improving student achievement and school culture

Establish school routines, procedures, and expectations that foster a safe and inclusive environment focused on outcomes and student growth

Support the implementation of research-based initiatives related to climate and culture & consistently evaluate the effectiveness of all initiatives

Develop a daily schedule that will provide for the efficient, effective, and safe operation of the school

Supervise and monitor the accuracy of student records including attendance and student learning

Organize and supervise all support service personnel for optimum school performance

Plan and supervise fire, tornado, and lockdown drills

Implement student code of conduct and maintain student discipline according to Board and state policies

Job Responsibilities: Data-Driven Instructional Leadership

Develop a vision of excellence for academic instruction that focuses on student learning and outcomes

Monitor the implementation of an integrated curriculum that meets the needs of all the students

Collaborate with other school and District leaders to provide targeted professional development that emphasizes student outcomes and is aligned with District goals

Conduct personnel evaluations, offer feedback, and provide support that facilitates staff and student growth through positive interactions

Use data to design individual staff and student achievement goals that are rigorous, realistic, and aligned to District priorities

Utilize student achievement and process data to interpret progress towards goals and drive decision making around curriculum and instruction

Job Responsibilities: Community Engagement

Maintain effective and positive relationships with parents, parent groups, school volunteers, and outside agencies

Respond promptly and professionally to common inquiries and complaints

Assess community expectations and perceptions of school performance

Communicate with community members through a variety of means (i.e., social media, newsletters, and meetings)

Recruit new and utilize existing community resources to support building programs and goals

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

We value internal mobility and list "Strong Internal Candidate" when considering an internal candidate before posting a job. We still encourage all candidates to apply.

Complete the attached online application at your earliest convenience. If selected, we will contact you to set up an interview. While we strive to provide prompt feedback, the high volume of applicants may limit our ability to do so. All of our jobs will be posted for at least 10 days (unless otherwise noted), but we will review applications on a rolling basis.

External candidates interested in multiple positions within the same department need only apply to one posting and can indicate other roles of interest in the final question. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications.

Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.

Thank you for your interest in joining our mission-driven team. We look forward to meeting you!

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).