Transformative School Leader - Elevate Student Outcomes

The School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County Fort Myers, FL seeks a Pool - Principal to provide instructional leadership and oversee school operations across district schools. The role emphasizes improving student outcomes, supporting teacher evaluations, coaching, and professional development, while ensuring a safe, inclusive school culture.

Responsibilities include policy development, daily school administration, student behavior management, family engagement, and collaboration with community partners to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Five years of demonstrated successful teaching experience.
• Three years of effective school leadership or administrative experience.
• Valid Florida School Principal or Educational Leadership certification.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certification may be considered.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered practices and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes, laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and current research-based best practices governing the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of student intellectual, emotional, and social development theory, techniques, and research associated with ensuring the success of diverse student populations.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and ability to lead within the terms of those agreements.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, and coordination of people and resources.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to seek input and facilitate collaborate processes through consensus building, conflict resolution, planning, and decision making.
• Ability to develop the instructional skills of teachers and staff through observation, feedback, and coaching.
• Ability to lead change with data-driven continuous improvement of student outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with a diverse group of district leadership, teachers, staff, students, and parents.
• Ability to think critically and strategically, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the school structure.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgement in the establishment, interpretation, application, and enforcement of all rules, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful and highly visible situations.
• Ability to effectively lead the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of curriculum, instructional programs and initiatives, and assessment practices.
• Assist with teacher evaluations, coaching, classroom observations, and professional development.
• Support the achievement of school goals by demonstrating a commitment to student learning as the top priority, and by fostering a school culture centered on continuous improvement and student outcomes.
• Assist in the development and administration of school policies and procedures.
• Support daily operation of the school including, but not limited to, student drop off/pick up, facility maintenance, food service, scheduling, attendance and classroom coverage, training drills, and classroom management.
• Assume full responsibility of the school when the Principal is absent.
• Oversee student behavior management and enforce the student code of conduct.
• Conduct investigations and administer appropriate disciplinary action.
• Collaborate with staff to address student social-emotional needs.
• Engage faculty in identifying and addressing student learning challenges to reduce and eliminate achievement gaps.
• Facilitate staff meetings, training, and collaborative planning.
• Help create and maintain a positive school climate that encourages student engagement and sets high expectations for academic growth for all students.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
• Represent the school at community events, meetings, and district functions.
• Collaborate with community agencies to support student and family needs.

Skills

Five years teaching experience

Three years leadership experience

Excellent communication skills

Data-driven improvement

Collaborative leadership

Independent judgement

Education

Master’s degree

Florida Principal/Educational Leadership certification

Specialist/Doctorate in Educational Leadership

Combination of education/experience/certification

Job description

The School District of Lee County Fort Myers, FL seeks a Pool - Principal to provide instructional leadership and oversee school operations across district schools. The role emphasizes improving student outcomes, supporting teacher evaluations, coaching, and professional development, while ensuring a safe, inclusive school culture.

Responsibilities include policy development, daily school administration, student behavior management, family engagement, and collaboration with community partners to