Principal

Allentown School District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district is seeking an experienced Principal to provide a clear vision for learning and ensure a safe and secure environment for all students. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders, including families and communities. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in educational leadership and a valid PA certification, alongside at least five years of public education experience. Experience in urban settings and technology utilization is a plus.

Qualifications

• Five or more years experience in public education.
• Skillful in using technology for school administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of a standards-based curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide a clear vision for learning for all students.
• Ensure a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Cultivate relationships with families and communities.

Skills

Technology utilization for school administration

Turning around underperforming schools

Knowledge of standards-based curriculum

Education

Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field

Valid PA Certification as an Elementary Principal

Job description

• 1. Master’s degree with a major in educational leadership, educational supervision, or a related field.
• 2. Valid and active PA Certification as an Elementary Principal;
• 3. Five (5) or more years experience in public education, including secondary or elementary school instruction.
• 4. Skillfully utilize technology and software programs typically used in school administration.
• 5. Demonstrated success in turning around low performing schools and/or underperforming students. Experience in urban schools preferred.
• 6. Demonstrated knowledge of a standards-based curriculum required in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• 7. Experience in Urban Administration preferred.
• 8. Satisfactory work record & criminal/child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 114, and 151).
• 9. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 10. Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendent may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Summary

Principals provide a clear vision for learning for all students; ensure a safe, secure and orderly learning environment; and cultivate strong relationships with, and acts in service to, diverse stakeholders, including families and communities.