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Principal at Academy of Arts & Technology – Marion, Ohio

ACCEL Schools is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal at Academy of Arts & Technology in Marion, Ohio, dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. The Principal will lead a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement.

The Principal serves as the instructional and administrative leader of the campus, responsible for the development, implementation and achievement of the school’s academic vision, student advancement and daily operations. The Principal will ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures involving professional development, teacher quality assessment, curriculum and pedagogical advancement.

The Principal shall be responsible for:

• Leading the strategic instructional design and practice, including: implementing an integrated curriculum; directing instructional coaching and evaluation; systematic use of assessment data to guide instruction; and maximizing impact of the blended learning model (where available).
• Develop, implement and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on best practices for student learning and development.
• Deliver consistently high levels of achievement and learning for all students through rigorous and engaging programs and classroom instruction.
• Work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture as well as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals.
• Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum, review lesson plans weekly, and conduct frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs.
• Assume responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing.
• Serve as the instructional leader in the building by facilitating a growth-focused professional environment.
• Develop and/or modify the school’s cultural programming and school-wide PBIS process with an emphasis on appropriate class conduct and behavior.
• Work with staff to plan and coordinate teacher-based teams, staff in-service days, data days, etc.
• Develop and implement consistent professional development for teachers, ensuring regular instructional training aligns with research-based methodologies.
• Implement behavior management practices that ensure consistent norms of orderly, respectful behavior, motivating students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcement.
• Facilitate and direct the charter school’s special education program and ensure program participants are achieving at high levels.
• Coordinate all phases of summer educational opportunities and before/after school programs as applicable.
• Establish a strong school community culture by maintaining positive, cooperative and mutually supportive relationships with faculty, staff, parents, students, and all other school stakeholders.
• Provide skillful and collaborative leadership of all teachers, staff, and school leaders, including supervision, coaching, and performance management oversight.
• Lead the charter school’s teacher evaluation program and ensure teachers meet professional goals and implement best practices.
• Evaluate teachers as per the Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES).
• Oversee the professional development program to ensure a strong, collaborative professional community and regular training opportunities.
• Create a student support system that addresses students’ academic and behavioral needs holistically and involves parents, teachers, and staff.

• Manage the school’s daily operations, including facilities management; information/instructional technologies; food services; student data management systems; academic assessment tools; office management; budget and fiscal controls; and student recruitment and retention.
• With support from the Home Office/Operations Team, oversee compliance, budget, procurement,…