Turnaround Principal - Elementary School Leader

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City Schools is seeking a Turnaround Principal to provide leadership and administration that motivates instructional and support staff to achieve superior student growth and development. The role demands urgency in closing achievement gaps and accountability for results.

The successful candidate will guide instructional leadership, operations, family/community engagement and professional development, aligning people, time and resources to improve outcomes for all students in a busy

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Educational Administration/Leadership.
• Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in Educational Leadership.
• Minimum teaching experience and leadership roles as described.

Responsibilities

• Lead turnaround initiatives to raise student achievement and staff performance.
• Support curriculum alignment and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Develop professional development and coaching for teachers and leaders.
• Oversee operations, budget, staffing, and compliance with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Coaching adults

Educational administration

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Educational Administration/Leadership

Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in School Administration/Educational Leadership

3+ years teaching experience

2-3 years as Assistant Principal or 1 year as Principal with coaching experience

Background check suitability required

Job description

Birmingham City Schools is seeking a Turnaround Principal to provide leadership and administration that motivates instructional and support staff to achieve superior student growth and development. The role demands urgency in closing achievement gaps and accountability for results.

The successful candidate will guide instructional leadership, operations, family/community engagement and professional development, aligning people, time and resources to improve outcomes for all students in a busy