Elementary Principal

ReNEW Schools; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Elementary Principal to provide instructional leadership and manage day-to-day operations. The position requires a valid administrator license, strong ties to educational practices, and experience in diverse urban environments. This role aims to ensure a safe, impactful learning atmosphere while supporting both staff and students. Applications are welcomed until the position is filled.

Qualifications

• Experience in Title I programs and Special Education.
• Strong background in supervision and evaluation of school personnel.
• Significant evidence of instructional practices and management.

Responsibilities

• Encourage students to perform at their highest level.
• Manage and assign teaching staff effectively.
• Prepare the school budget and prioritize educational materials.

Skills

Instructional Leadership

Data Driven Decision Making

Experience in Urban Educational Environment

Culturally Diverse Education

Building Management

Education

Valid Indiana Administrators License

Tools

Instructional Systems Technologies

Job description

May 19, 2025

SCHOOL CITY OF EAST CHICAGO

2025-2026 School Year

POSITION: LincolnElementary Principal

REPORTS TO:Superintendent of Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provides instructional leadership to staff including: curriculum, review and implementation; and professional development.Responsible for day-to-day building administration and the safety and welfare of both students, staff and activities.Ensures a safe, pleasant and effective educational atmosphere, provides discipline as necessary and enforces school policy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·Valid Indiana Administrators License

·International Baccalaureate experience preferred

·Successful experience in elementary education

·Experience in Title I program/school

·Experience in Special Education program/school

·Experience in Urban educational environment

·Experience in building management and support services

·Significant evidence of instructional leadership

·Use of data driven decision making in classroom and at the building level

·Work in culturally/diverse educational environment

·Knowledge of instructional systems technologies

·Knowledge of exemplary instructional practices

·Experience in supervision/evaluation of school personnel

·Experience in a full service school

·Knowledge of current education/research based school and student initiatives

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Interacts with student in a constructive manner to encourage each individual to perform at their highest level.

2.Manages a building staff.

3.Assigns teachers to classrooms and students to classes.

4.Maintains relations with parents, parent groups, school volunteers and outside agencies.

5.Participates in district-wide activities, in-services, committees, as appropriate.

6.Implements policy and procedure changes for the Board, or the State and Federal level at the building level.Reports appropriately to staff and to community.

7.Prepares the School budget, works with budget manager on budgeting/purchasing.

8.Establishes priorities for educational materials to meet the needs of students and teachers with allowable anticipated funds.

9.Works with Central Office personnel to coordinate processes for the effective functioning of the school.

10. Maintains current information on legal/financial developments of educational legislative reforms.

11. Performs other related duties, as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school duties.

SALARY:

·Commensurate by Experience and Education

·Competitive package provided

START DATE: 2025-2026 School Year

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPENED until filled.

Please submit a letter of interest and credentials/resume to:

Director of Human Resources

School City of East Chicago

1401 E. 144^th Street

East Chicago, IN 46312

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