Elementary Principal; K-4

Summary

The mission of CWC Kansas City is to provide an excellent public education focused on developing and demonstrating understanding while building connections within the school community.

The K-4 Elementary Principal at Citizens of the World Kansas City is responsible for providing visionary leadership to ensure a safe and high-achieving school environment. The Principal leads school operations, instructional programs, behavior management systems, and staff development while fostering a collaborative and high-expectations culture aligned with CWC Kansas City’s mission and values.

This role reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for student performance, staff development, school climate, behavior management, curriculum implementation, and family engagement. For more information on Citizens of the World Charter Schools – Kansas City, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

School Leadership

• Establish and communicate a clear vision for academic success and school culture.

• Develop a positive school culture that reflects the core values of the school.
• Ensure all K-4 students and staff receive the necessary resources and support to meet academic and social-emotional learning goals.
• Collaborate closely with the executive director and middle school principal to develop a framework for the future of CWCKC.

Safe and Orderly Schools

• Establish school-wide rules and procedures for student behavior in classrooms and common areas.
• Implement a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for student behavior that includes proactive intervention strategies.
• Observe and provide feedback to staff on student supervision and behavior management.
• Develop and monitor emotional regulation, self-discipline, and responsibility programs aligned with Conscious Discipline.
• Ensure consistent enforcement of school discipline policies that align with restorative practices and trauma-informed approaches.

Supervision and Structures

• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide timely, actionable feedback to teachers.
• Implement behavioral monitoring systems to track student trends and intervene early with high-risk students.
• Establish and manage staff and student recognition programs to foster a culture of achievement and respect.

Curriculum & Instruction

• In collaboration with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, define essential content and skills all students must master and ensure teachers prioritize them.
• Protect and maximize instructional time for student learning.
• Ensure all teachers plan and deliver high-quality instruction.
• Provide structured support to new and developing teachers to enhance instructional effectiveness.

• Develop a data-driven assessment system that tracks student growth in real time.
• Work with teachers to set challenging, measurable achievement goals at both the school and individual student levels.
• Regularly analyze student performance data and adjust strategies to close achievement gaps.

Teacher Growth & Evaluation

• Perform regular classroom walk-throughs to provide coaching and feedback.
• Lead professional development (PD) sessions to strengthen teacher competencies.
• Address staff strengths and areas for improvement using performance data.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Develop multiple channels of communication to keep families informed and involved.
• Establish structures for family and community participation in school decision-making.
• Create and maintain strong relationships with community organizations that support student success.

• Work to ensure CWC Kansas City remains fully enrolled by actively engaging prospective families.

Collegiality & Professionalism

• Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous learning among staff.
• Implement shared decision-making structures that allow teachers to contribute to school policies.
• Ensure ongoing, meaningful professional development for faculty and staff.
• Uphold high standards of integrity, dignity, and professionalism in all interactions.

The ideal K-4 Elementary Principal will have:

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Valid Missouri Teacher and Principal…