Principal

Job Title: Principal

Reports To: Executive Director

Supervises: Teachers

Supports: Elementary school at Brooklyn Park All Departments

Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt, 40 hrs wk, 8:00-4:00, M-F, 12 months

Position Summary:

Direct and manage instructional programs. Provide leadership to ensure high standards of instructional service. Assist the Executive Director in overall administration and leadership of the school. Works closely with staff and parents in an effort to create a successful experience for students at Spero. The primary contact for instructional leadership and any questions/concerns.In the absence of the Executive Director, is appointed Acting School Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Education or a closely related field
• A valid Principal’s license or in the state of Minnesotaor enrollment in an accredited, state approved administrative licensure program. Other administrative license will be considered.
• Three years K-8 teaching experience
• Special Education License preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Management

• Focused on the overall delivery of education to students. While a professional in this position will work closely with teachers and other staff members in developing plans and curriculum, there is typically not any staff supervision required.
• Performs a variety of administrative duties to assist the Executive Director in managing the school; assumes the duties of the Executive Director in the absence and as assigned.
• Provides instructional leadership to the school. Participates in development and evaluation of educational programs.
• Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
• Participate in school leadership meetings and training to improve administrative skills; maintains current knowledge of the district’s adopted curriculum.
• Monitor instructional and managerial processes to ensure that program activities are related to program outcomes and use findings to take corrective actions.
• Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate

School/Organizational Climate

• Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Provide direction to a variety of faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participates in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations; provides recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate
• Provide instructional resources and materials to support teaching staff in accomplishing instructional goals.
• Provide for two-way communication with the leadership team, staff, students, parents, and community.
• Communicate and promote expectations for high-level performance to staff.
• Recognize excellence and achievement.
• Ensure the effective and quick resolution of conflicts.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management

• Works with the Executive Director to establish a safe and secure learning environment for students.
• Comply with district policies and state and federal laws and regulations affecting the schools.
• Develop campus budgets based on documented program needs, estimated enrollment, personnel, and other fiscal needs. Keep programs within budget limits. Maintain fiscal control. Accurately report fiscal information.

Student Management

• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students.
• Develops and administers disciplinary procedures in accordance with district policies and state laws that results in positive student behavior and enhances the school climate; receives referrals and confers with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, and law enforcement; responds to and resolves parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints; serves on discipline or expulsion panels as assigned.
• Monitors and organizes attendance functions; prepares letters, calls parents, and attends meetings as needed, regarding absent or tardy students; provides leadership for attendance improvement efforts
• Participates as needed in Individual Educational Plan meetings and Team Meetings.
• Conduct conferences about student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.
• Regularly consult the campus-level committee about planning, operation, supervision, and evaluation of campus education program. Include students and community representatives when appropriate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Thorough understanding of school operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coordinate campus support operations
• Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Ability to coordinate campus functions
• Ability to implement policy and procedure
• Ability to interpret data
• Ability to lead, supervise and oversee the planning and/or instruction to the day to day operations in the school building
• Ability to lead, supervise and oversee the planning and/or instruction to the day to day operations in the school building
• Model inclusive values, ethics, choices, and moral leadership that supports the mission of the school
• Demonstrate the ability to balance complex community demands in the best interest of all learners.
• Help others grow and develop as caring, informed individuals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Code of Ethics for Minnesota School Administrators.

This position description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change, so too, may the essential functions of this position.

Spero Academy is committed to supporting those who have served in the armed forces. We recognize the valuable skills, experience, and dedication that veterans bring to the workforce. As such, veterans will be given priority consideration for employment opportunities within our company. We are proud to honor their service and offer meaningful career opportunities.

Spero Academy embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports persons of all identities, abilities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Spero Academy will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation please contact our Human Resources Coordinator at

Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at . You can also find our district application at .

Please Send resume and district application to:

Human Resources Spero Academy

2701 California Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

or

hr@spero.academy

EOE/AA