Principal​/Head of School

Duties

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of School/Principal to lead Excel Prep. The ideal candidate will embody our mission and values, providing strategic leadership to enhance our programs and create a nurturing, academically focused environment for neurodiverse students.

Key Responsibilities:

* Leadership & Vision

* Develop and articulate a strategic vision for the school

* Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in instructional methodologies

* Program Development

* Oversee the implementation and evaluation of academic and clinical programs

* Ensure alignment with best practices in education and behavioral science

* Staff Management

* Recruit, train, and mentor a diverse team of educators and therapists

* Promote professional development opportunities and a collaborative work environment

* Community Engagement

* Build strong relationships with families, community partners, and stakeholders

* Advocate for neurodiverse learners within the community and educational systems

* Administration & Compliance

* Manage school operations, budgets, and regulatory compliance

* Utilize data-driven decision-making to improve student outcomes

Qualifications

* Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field (Doctorate preferred)

* Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in educational settings

* Strong understanding of neurodiversity, ABA principles, and instructional design

* Proven track record in program development and staff management

Salary/Benefits

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

* 401(k)

* Dental insurance

* Health insurance

* Life insurance

* Paid time off

* Retirement plan

* Vision insurance

Additional Notes

The ideal candidate is:

* Punctual and dependable

* Values parent communication

* Computer savvy - comfortable with google, with learning technologies,

* Creative and flexible - open to learning how to teach students with learning differences

* Can develop, instruct, and model instructional best practices within student plans

* Understands the importance of ongoing data collection and analysis

* Collaborative in communication, planning, and writing

Behavior Expectations Related to the Role:
Aligned to mission. This role is best suited for individuals who believe that children have potential beyond a diagnosis. This role is best for an innovative individual who can galvanize and build momentum with staff in the most transparent way. This role is for someone who has a command of written language and verbal language. This role is for someone who understands that formal communication requires a presence and will present Excel Prep auditorily, visually, and nonverbally professionally well and consistently to parents and stakeholders.

Behavior expectations for staff at Excel Prep are integral to expectations, daily execution, and fulfillment. This is important in supporting Communication, Participation, Responsiveness, and Decision Making needed and cultivate leadership at every level. Within CPR+D, each individual staff person is expected to operate within their scope of licensure and practice and continuously foster a workplace culture connected to the mission and organization success.

How to Apply

Please email resume with cover letter to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Email Address


School District

www.excelprepschools.org

Position Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

5/6/2026

Start Date

N/A

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