Middle School Principal - Vacancy ID: 230478

The Sheboygan Area School District is looking for a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Principal of Horace Mann Middle School, our largest middle school. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about fostering academic excellence, supporting student growth, and building a positive school culture for all learners.

 If you are eager to lead a team of dedicated educators, inspire students, partner with families, and champion high levels of learning for all, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity.

 IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

1.      Provide exceptional building leadership to achieve Horace Mann’s continuous improvement goals.

2.      Analyze data to enhance instruction and academic interventions.

3.      Ensure the implementation of an Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports (EMLSS) for academics and behavior.

4.      Provide leadership in the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning.

5.      Demonstrate courageous leadership, particularly when implementing a change process.

6.      Build positive relationships with students, staff, and the Horace Mann School Community.

7.      Provide a safe and orderly working environment for students, staff, and guests of Horace Mann Middle School.

8.      Being a proactive problem solver.

9.      Advocate for the students and staff of Horace Mann Middle School.

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION:

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING: Must be certified as a school administrator by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Master’s degree in educational administration earned through an accredited graduate program.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING: A minimum of five years of teaching experience at the secondary level. Will be trained in Professional Development Coaching within the first three years of employment. Must be knowledgeable in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), 21^st Century Skills, and an Equitable Multi-Level System of Supports (EMLSS) for academics and behavior.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

LEADERSHIP

1.      Assist in administering, organizing, and reporting of day-to-day and long-range planning with a focus on achieving Horace Mann’s academic goals.

2.      Provide leadership for 21^st Century Learning.

3.      Conduct research and make reports as directed by the Department of Student and Instructional Services or self-initiated.

4.      Ability to supervise a variety of curricular areas.

5.      Represent the school and/or the district on various committees.

6.      Ability to effectively use data to improve student learning.

7.      Make staffing decisions.

8.      Construct/develop a building master schedule.

STUDENT SUPERVISION

1.      Meet with students, parents, teachers, case managers, social workers, school psychologists, and counselors as necessary to discuss behavioral or academic problems.

2.      Coordinate behavioral management program.

3.      Consult with the building consultation team.

4.      Monitor student activity in building and on grounds before, during, and after school hours.

5.      Respond to emergency situations as needed.

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

1.      Prepare the instructional budget.

2.      Supervise and evaluate professional and classified staff using the District’s Professional Development and Growth Model.

3.      Be an advocate for the departments, professional and classified staff.

4.      Assist in the development, supervision, and evaluation of instructional programs.

5.      Coordinate the screening and interviewing of candidates for staff vacancies.

6.      Keep abreast of new topics and issues involving education. Relay information to teachers and staff as necessary.

7.      Attend professional workshops/conferences.

8.      Use student assessment and engagement data to set goals and seek interventions to improve academic achievement with a focus on the core academic skills and content while also making this a school improvement plan.

STUDENT ATTENDANCE

1.      Coordinate student attendance procedures.

2.      Develop strategies to assist parents/guardians in working with their child.

3.      Attend/facilitate weekly attendance meetings.

STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT

1.      Compile school profile information/in-service planning and evaluations.

2.      Attend monthly district-wide meetings, serving on committees that plan year-long activities.

3.      Work with the school administrative team to help implement and supervise the PLC process.

4.      Facilitate faculty meetings and address faculty concerns.

5.      Work with the site-based management team.

6.      Oversee the day-to-day management of the school.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS

1.      Address any concerns that parents or other community members may have regarding students, activities, and building safety.

2.      Represent the school by actively participating on various committees.

3.      Work effectively with Horace Mann’s diverse student body and parents.

CONTRACT PARAMETERS:

1. Twelve-month contract, includes non-workdays

2. Annual salary based upon experience.