Principal
Lansing, MI
Lewton Spanish Immersion Magnet School (PreK-8) – LASA School Administrator /
LASA Principal Standard (40 hours/week - 45 weeks/year) /
On-site
In pursuit of this mission, we are a Principal for Lewton. Principals in the Lansing School District oversee and own all aspects of their school including instruction, culture, budget, policy, and community engagement. A Principal develops teachers through observations, professional development, and evaluation while also owning all student outcomes at the end of each year. They will develop relationships with students and families, creating and leading schoolwide behavior intervention systems. Principals in Lansing also own their school's budget, so they are able to make adjustments as needed throughout the year to best meet the needs of their building and families. Principals lead all of our schools forward and own all aspects of their school community.
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, budget management, policy implementation, and community engagement
- Previous school administrative experience
- Commitment to the Lansing School District mission and vision
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
- Spanish language fluency
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
- Prepare and implement school budget in cooperation and consultation with key stakeholders
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
$102,500 - $108,650 a year
