Principal - Muskegon Area Career Tech Center

MUSKEGON AREA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

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JOB TITLE:                Principal – Muskegon Area Career Tech Center

CLASSIFICATION:    Administrative

REPORTS TO:           Director of CTE

SUPERVISES:           Professional teaching staff, paraprofessionals, and student services staff.

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION:

 The Principal supervises the Muskegon Area Career Tech Center's day-to-day program operations, evaluates staff performance, and oversees staff and program development. The CTC Principal is the instructional leader for all Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs offered at the CTC and ensures the delivery of competency-based instruction and learning.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
All candidates must apply online at www.muskegonisd.org/jobs/.

TERMS:
This position is a 260 total paid days position offering single subscriber medical, dental, and vision benefits. Dental, vision, and life insurance are paid by the district at no cost to the employee. Vacation, personal business days, holidays and sick time paid. Retirement through the Office of Retirement Services (Pension Plus or Defined Contribution).

SALARY RANGE:
This position is on the nonunion, salary scale W, $104,115.34-$137,100.18 per year.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.    Supervise and evaluate professional staff, paraprofessionals, and clerical staff assigned to the Muskegon Area Career Tech Center.

2.    Participate in staff interviews and hiring procedures.

3.    Provide leadership in meeting the needs of diverse educators and student populations in CTE programs.

4.    Lead the implementation of a school-wide MTSS framework focused on academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports. Oversees the student discipline process in conjunction with the CTC Dean of Students.

5.    Oversees curriculum development and staff professional learning with the CTC Curriculum and Instruction coordinator.

6.    Monitor budgets and ensure that established financial procedures are followed.

7.    Assume responsibility for collecting and reporting data for the Muskegon Area Career Tech Center CTEIS pupil accounting process.

8.    Ensure that all programming is conducted according to applicable State and Federal laws, rules, regulations, etc. Oversee student leadership opportunities for all CTC programs to ensure they meet the requirements for state-approved CTE programs.

9.    Build relationships of trust, respect, and productive interactions with staff, students, and other groups served by the Career Tech Center. Ensure that the Industry Advisory Committee members are active within the CTC programs and provide relevant guidance to all CTC programs.

10.  Promote and support WBL experiences (such as internships, apprenticeships, and industry mentorships) across programs.

11.  Oversees the marketing of CTE programs and achievements to parents, districts, and the community to foster awareness, support, and student recruitment.

12.  Provide leadership to the building leadership team and other committees to guide strategic planning work and monitor progress toward goals.

13.  Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities assigned by the Director of CTE.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1.    No physical or mental restrictions that would, with reasonable accommodation, prevent performance of the essential job functions and responsibilities.

2.    Possession of a Master's degree in Educational Leadership (Vocational Education preferred).

3.    Possession of a Michigan teaching certificate.

4.    Approval and/or ability to obtain approval as a Vocational Administrator through the Michigan Department of Education Office of Career & Technical Education.

5.    Experience facilitating adult professional learning and working in collaborative, continuous improvement models for school buildings.

6.    Is proficient in using technology for instruction, student management, and assessment.

7.    Skilled in administrative and supervisory techniques, fiscal management, curriculum development, and evaluation.

8.    Strong planning/organizational skills, and both verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1.    A minimum of three years of successful teaching (CTE experience preferred).

2.    Demonstrated leadership in education programs, implemented instruction and curriculum best practices, and built-level administration in nontraditional educational settings (CTE preferred).

3.    Experience working in a culturally diverse environment with a deep understanding of the implications of the work.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES: A MAISD Administrative employee skillfully demonstrates . . .

Understanding the Organization

• Keeping up with policies, practices and trends
• Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators, integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions

Making Complex Decisions

• Considers all relevant factors and uncovers root causes to difficult problems
• Understands internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations and needs, and can prioritize the use of resources in an equitable manner
• Considers cultural and ethical factors in the decision making process

Taking Initiative

• Readily takes action on challenges
• Identifies and seizes new opportunities

Building Collaborative Relationships

• Gains the confidence and trust of others easily

Being Authentic

• Provides affirmation, recognition and celebrates success
• Keeps confidences and builds trust 

Directs Work

• Provides clear expectations and appropriate feedback
• Encourages diverse thinking to promote and nurture innovation
• Intervenes as needed to remove obstacles

Communicates Effectively

• Attentively listens to others
• Articulates messages in a way that is broadly understandable
• Adjusts communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders

NOTABLE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 Some light lifting and general mobility around the campus area are frequently necessary.

TYPICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

 Work is performed in a school office, classroom environment and in other MAISD buildings. Most work is performed at the Muskegon Area Career Tech Center campus.

EVALUATION:

 Employees in this classification are evaluated according to current Board policy.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT:

 Advancement would be possible within the Muskegon Intermediate School District. 

TRAVEL EXPECTATIONS:

Some travel may be expected both locally and within the state.

PAY STRUCTURE: 

This position is on Grade W of the MAISD salary scales.

It is the policy of the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District that no staff member, candidate for employment, program participant, or recipient of services shall experience discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity) disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively "Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries related to issues of discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to the Director for Special Education at (231) 767-7249. All other discrimination inquiries or requests for special accommodations to participate in a program, event, or activity should be directed to the Associate Superintendent for Human Services at (231) 767-7213.