Principal – High School

Memspa; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Memspa in New Buffalo Area Schools seeks a Principal to lead administration and operations, fostering a positive learning environment and driving student success through staff development and stakeholder communication.

The role emphasizes student discipline, attendance, curriculum support, intervention, enrichment, and school safety, contributing to academic excellence and responsible citizenship.

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Administrator Certificate (or eligibility for certification).
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of secondary (9-12) curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices.
• Experience in student discipline and behavior management.
• Prior administrative experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enforce school rules, policies, and procedures consistently.
• Investigate student misconduct and ensure due process.
• Support positive behavior interventions and restorative practices.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and staff on student needs.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA and Section 504 in meetings as needed.
• Participate in MTSS/PBIS implementation and school improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Curriculum knowledge

Student discipline

Education

Michigan Administrator Certificate

Michigan Teaching Certificate

Tools

5D/Pivot

Skyward

PowerSchool

Schoology

G Suite

Raptor

Job description

Deadline: August 30, 2026
District/Organization: New Buffalo Area Schools
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: $100K – $120K

School Highlights:

• National Blue Ribbon Award winner in 2020
• New Buffalo Area Schools is one of the Best Places to Teach in Michigan by Niche.com:
• Positive Admin and Peer support
• Relevant Technology: Ipads, google based school, Promethean boards in each classroom with Tech support in house
• Plentiful professional development provided
• Social Worker & Guidance Counselor on each campus
• Security Resource Officer on each campus
• Lake Life onLake Michiganhttps://www.harborcountry.org/

Job Summary:

The Principal plays a vital leadership role in supporting the staff in the overall administration and operation of the school. This position plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and productive learning environment, ensuring student success, promoting staff development, and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders. The Principal will primarily focus on student discipline, attendance, curriculum support, student intervention, staff/student enrichment and school safety, contributing to a culture of academic excellence and responsible citizenship.

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Administrator Certificate (or eligibility for certification), valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
• High Level of skills in leadership and communication
• Knowledge ofsecondary (9-12) curriculum, assessment, and instructional practices
• Experience in student discipline and behavior management
• Prior administrative experience is preferred

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Experience with these applications, preferred: 5D/Pivot, Skyward, Powerschool, Schoology, Bloomz, Apple (Macbook) products, Google Suite, IXL, AlbertIO, Planboo.edu, Raptor, AdvanceED, Munetrix, Red Rover, Apptegy

• Administer and enforce school rules, policies, and procedures consistently and fairly, as outlined in the student handbook.
• Conduct investigations into student misconduct, administer appropriate disciplinary actions and ensure due process is followed.
• Implement and support positive behavior intervention and restorative justice practices.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and other support staff to address student behavioral and social-emotional needs.
• Understand and ensure compliance with federal and state special education laws (IDEA) and Section 504.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as needed to ensure appropriate accommodations and services are provided.

Instructional Support:

• Observe classroom instruction, provide constructive feedback to teachers, and participate in teacher evaluation processes
• Manage teachers, enforce professional expectations, solve issues using Building Committee teams
• Analyze student performance data to identify trends, inform instructional decisions, and support school improvement initiatives.
• Support the professional growth of teachers and staff through mentorship, coaching, and identifying professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with staff to identify student needs and implement effective interventions.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of professional development for teachers.
• Assists with MTSS/PBIS implementation process.
• Address and resolve chronic attendance and truancy issues through collaboration and proactive intervention.
• Participate as an active member of the School Improvement Committee

Leadership and Planning:

• Assist in developing and implementing school-wide goals, policies, and initiatives.
• Actively shares in the school’s decision-making and school improvement processes.
• Contribute to planning for school events, staff needs, and operational logistics to ensure smooth functioning. Actively participate in academic, athletic, and co-curricular events to support and advocate for students.
• Contribute to scheduling, staff assignments, and other school operational activities.
• Assists in the selection, interviewing, and recommendation of hire for new staff.

Supervision:

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the school, including scheduling, facility management, and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure a safe, secure, and orderly school environment for all students and staff.

Communication & Community Engagement:

• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, staff, and community members to ensure a cohesive and supportive environment.
• Address parent concerns and inquiries with professionalism and a problem-solving approach.
• Represent the school at various meetings, events, and community functions as assigned by the Superintendent.
• Foster positive relationships with all stakeholders to support the school’s mission and objectives.