Principal: Holistic Education & Community Leader

Kaplan International; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohana Institute Principal at Kaplan leads a holistic school environment, fostering individualized instruction and a warm, inclusive culture for students, teachers, and families. This leader partners with the Board, Kakua, Makua, and Director of Operations to drive mission-aligned initiatives.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, instructional oversight, and strong community engagement, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, policy, events, and staff development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in educational leadership.
• State principal certification.
• Experience and expertise in classroom teaching and leadership roles.
• Strong background in individualized instruction and holistic education approaches.

Responsibilities

• Foster individualized learning and belonging for all students.
• Communicate a clear direction aligned with Ohana's mission and values.
• Encourage innovation in teaching and problem-solving.
• Oversee individualized instruction strategies to meet student needs.
• Conduct classroom walkthroughs and teacher observations to evaluate staff performance.
• Guide teachers in creating personalized learning paths.
• Build strong partnerships among families, teachers, and the school.
• Monitor student arrival and departure.
• Develop school schedules balancing attendance with holidays.
• Lead school events and assemblies.
• Provide PD opportunities.
• Manage PD and recertification documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Digital Literacy

Education

Master's degree or higher in educational leadership

State principal certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Ohana Institute Principal at Kaplan leads a holistic school environment, fostering individualized instruction and a warm, inclusive culture for students, teachers, and families. This leader partners with the Board, Kakua, Makua, and Director of Operations to drive mission-aligned initiatives.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, instructional oversight, and strong community engagement, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, policy, events, and staff development.