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Principal - MTS Secondary - MPLS - Minnesota Transitions Charter School
Posted on 2024-03-15 4:26:35 PM
Listing expires 2024-05-14 12:00:00 AM
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Date of Availability: 07/01/2024
Date Closing: 04/01/2024
Date of Availability: July 1, 2024
POSITION: PRINCIPAL/DIRECTOR (FTE 1.0)
LOCATION: MTS SECONDARY
REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT
Purpose: To provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program and goals of the school. To promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable laws. To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as professional staff development.
Job Summary:
Directs development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Directs development and promotion of a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
Directs ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
Directs coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
Responsible for the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of employee agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
Directs evaluating teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
Directs the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Teaching or related field
Master’s degree in Education preferred but not required
MN Principal License preferred but not required
Experience in educational program development and/or administration
Skill in planning, organizing and writing evaluations in a multi-disciplinary team within timeline constraints
Good human relation skills, team player and professional demeanor
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Three years principal experience preffered
Contract Hours:
206 day contract/year, typical work schedule is M-F during the student school year along with additional, semi-flexible scheduling on non-student contact days.
Compensation:
Salary based on candidates qualifications.
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About Minnesota Transitions Charter School:
Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTS) is a unique collaboration of charter schools that help each learner make the transition from classroom to post-secondary/career and meet the responsibilities of a changing future. We were one of the nation’s early leaders in charter school development. Charter schools offer the chance for parents to choose the best education possible for their family. Special education and EL services are provided wherever needed in all of our programs. MTS offers a learning environment emphasizing small classes as well as strong career training and academic preparation. We offer a traditional High School with many career options, Middle School and Elementary School as well as a Virtual High School, Connections Academy (a virtual K-12 program), Banaadir Academy which has a focus on serving Somali students and P.E.A.S.E. (Peers Enjoying A Sober Education) Academy, High School which serves students in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Learn more at www.mtcs.org
Minnesota Transitions Charter School (MTCS) does not discriminate in employment or in any of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, disability, sexual orientation, age or genetic information.
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