Principal, Education Administration

This is a K--6 charter school with a long history of academic success, strong student achievement, and a close-knit school community
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For years, WPA has been committed to providing students with a rigorous, engaging education while creating a school environment where students are known and supported, teachers are valued and developed, and families are active members of the school community.

Our North Salt Lake campus is an established and successful school with dedicated teachers, strong traditions, proven systems, and a community that cares deeply about our students.

As WPA continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and collaborative Principal to lead our North Salt Lake campus into its next chapter of success
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The North Salt Lake Principal will lead an established school with a strong foundation while working closely with the WPA leadership team as the organization expands to a second campus.

This is an opportunity for a school leader who understands that effective leadership involves both preserving the strengths of an established school and continually looking for ways to improve the experience and outcomes of students and staff
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The principal will work closely with teachers, staff, students, families, and the WPA leadership team to maintain the culture and academic expectations that have contributed to the school's success.

The Principal will also have the opportunity to collaborate with the leadership of the new Far West campus, helping ensure that the two campuses maintain a shared WPA identity, mission, and commitment to excellence.

Student achievement is central to the mission of Wasatch Peak Academy.

The Principal Will:

• Establish and maintain high expectations for student learning and achievement.
• Monitor academic progress and student growth through meaningful use of data.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and instructional specialists to improve instruction.
• Support implementation of WPA curriculum and instructional practices.
• Monitor the effectiveness of intervention and enrichment programs.
• Support MTSS systems and ensure students receive appropriate academic support.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful instructional feedback.
• Identify areas of academic strength and opportunities for improvement.
• Celebrate student and teacher success while maintaining a culture of continuous improvement.

WPA believes that excellent schools are built by excellent teachers.

The Principal Will:

• Develop strong, trusting relationships with teachers and staff.
• Support teachers in their professional growth.
• Provide clear expectations, meaningful feedback, and appropriate accountability.
• Work with instructional specialists and teacher leaders to identify professional development needs.
• Support new teachers through onboarding, mentoring, and coaching.
• Create opportunities for teachers to collaborate and share effective practices.
• Recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of staff.
• Foster a professional culture in which teachers feel supported, respected, and challenged to grow.

The Principal will maintain a school culture that is positive, respectful, structured, and focused on learning
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Responsibilities Include:

• Establishing clear and consistent expectations for student behavior.
• Supporting effective classroom management and sch

ool-wide discipline systems.

• Ensuring student behavior concerns are addressed fairly and appropriately.
• Building positive relationships with students and families.
• Supporting systems for attendance and student engagement.
• Ensuring students' academic, behavioral, and individual needs are appropr ately addressed.
• Working with teachers and support staff to develop interventions for students who need additional support.
• Maintaining a safe and welcoming school environment.

Strong family relationships are an important part of the WPA community.

The Principal Will:

• Build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Communicate clearly, consistently, and professionally.
• Be accessible and responsive to parent concerns.
• Help families understand the school's mission, expectations, and academic programs.
• Support school events and traditions that strengthen the school community.
• Represent Wasatch Peak Academy positively within the North Salt Lake community.
• Partner with parents to support student success.

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