Data-Driven Elementary Principal

Alabama State Department of Education; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alabama State Department of Education in Montgomery, AL seeks a Principal to serve as instructional and administrative leader, guiding data-driven instruction and collaboration with staff and the community.

The ideal candidate holds a current Alabama teaching certificate, a master’s degree with an endorsement in Educational Administration (K-12), and demonstrates strong communication and leadership skills to foster high expectations and professional learning communities.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama Teacher's Certification.
• Master's Degree or higher with an endorsement in Educational Administration K-12.
• Administrative or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the instructional and administrative leader of the school.
• Analyze data sources to make data-driven decisions for instruction.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and the community to ensure a high-quality educational program.
• Formulate and accomplish the school's mission.
• Provide leadership for high expectations for staff and students.
• Motivate and lead PLCs focused on teacher development.
• Support the use of technology to prepare students for the 21st century.
• Maintain a safe, orderly environment that facilitates learning.
• Foster school-related activities that strengthen relations with students, families, and community.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree with Educational Administration (K-12)

Current Alabama Teacher's Certification

Job description

The Alabama State Department of Education in Montgomery, AL seeks a Principal to serve as instructional and administrative leader, guiding data-driven instruction and collaboration with staff and the community.

The ideal candidate holds a current Alabama teaching certificate, a master’s degree with an endorsement in Educational Administration (K-12), and demonstrates strong communication and leadership skills to foster high expectations and professional learning communities.