Principal Pool

Collier County Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in the United States seeks a principal to lead and supervise the educational program. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Educational Leadership, extensive teaching experience, and prior administrative roles. Responsibilities include monitoring curricula, assessing teaching methods, supervising staff, and managing the budget. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a commitment to student achievement and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years full-time school experience in certificated position.
• Two (2) full years in a school-based administrative position.
• Must have prior AP/Principal experience with evidence of 3 years of successful evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program.
• Monitor standardized curricula and assess teaching methods.
• Encourage parent involvement and oversee facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching experience

Administrative experience

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field

Florida Certification in Educational Leadership or School Principal

Job description

Position Purpose

To provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of the District in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Collier County School Board policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. The role of a principal is also to provide strategic direction in the school system. Principals monitor standardized curricula, assess teaching methods, program development and improvement, as well as professional staff development, monitor student achievement, encourage parent involvement, administer the budget, hire and evaluate staff and oversee facilities.

Education

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or related field
• Certificate/License Florida Certification in Educational Leadership or School Principal
• Successful school based administrative experience
• Minimum of seven (7) years full time school experience in certificated position with two (2) full years in a school-based administrative position or one (1) year in a school-based administrative position and one (1) year in a District administrative position

Experience

• Extensive successful teaching experience at the school level, preferably in more than one subject area and grade level.
• Must have prior AP/Principal experience with evidence of 3 years of successful evaluations within the last 5 years as an administrator
• Successful school based administrative experience

Candidates must complete and upload to their application the following documents:

• Completed or updated online administrative application
• Letter of Interest
• ResumeEvaluations from the last three (3) years (2021-2022, 2022-2023, 2023-2024 and/or current 2024-2025)
• Writing Sample (questions embedded in application can be uploaded to the application as a PDF form to allow for accuracy of information shared), note in the question box to refer to the uploaded document.
• Two (2) professional references within the last two (2) years (24 months) ~ written ~ one being from most recent supervisor with an original signature and date on letterhead

Review Process

Review the attached paper screening tool. All external applications will be screened for the principal pool using this rubric. All candidates will be notified if they are qualified for the principal pool and will remain qualified for three (3) years. Review attached HRMD guidelines for insight into the principal pool process.

Alma Tello, 377-0344, [e-mail], is able to answer any questions you may have regarding the application process.

FLSA: Exempt