High School Leadership: Student Achievement Catalyst

TrulyHired; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Public Schools seeks an experienced Principal to lead a designated high school, guiding a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The role focuses on student achievement, staff development, and effective resource management to promote a safe, supportive learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree, Virginia administrative licensure, and at least three years as a teacher with secondary experience, plus administrative leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master's degree and be eligible for a Virginia Postgraduate Professional License in administration and supervision.
• Must possess at least three years of successful experience as a teacher with some experience at the secondary school level.
• Three years administrative experience at the secondary school level preferred.
• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the current issues, principles, and practices in public secondary school education and the ability to apply them to the needs of a school.
• Must possess knowledge and effective skills in curriculum development, instructional practices, and interpretation of test data.
• Must possess the ability to assist with administering and managing the operation of a secondary school.
• Must possess the ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Lead by establishing a culture for continuous improvement.
• Foster a shared vision of teaching and learning that leads to student academic progress.
• Develop, advocate, and sustain a rigorous, positive, and safe school climate for all stakeholders.
• Manage human resources including staff selection, induction, evaluation and retention.
• Oversee the school's organization, operation, and use of resources.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices and engage in professional development.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Instructional practices

Data interpretation

Staff supervision

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree in education

Virginia Postgraduate Professional License in administration and supervision

Job description

Newport News Public Schools seeks an experienced Principal to lead a designated high school, guiding a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The role focuses on student achievement, staff development, and effective resource management to promote a safe, supportive learning environment.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree, Virginia administrative licensure, and at least three years as a teacher with secondary experience, plus administrative leadership experience.