Turnaround School Principal | Data-Driven Leader

Jobtailor; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced educational leader to serve as campus principal at a turnaround campus. You will report to the superintendent, guide instructional and operational systems, and drive student achievement and culture across the campus.

You will supervise staff, manage the budget, ensure compliance, and foster strong community relationships with families and local partners. This role requires a master’s degree and current principal certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, educational administration, educational leadership, or a related field.
• Current Principal Certification.
• Criminal history background check required.
• At least five years of successful teaching experience.
• At least five years of school administration experience.
• At least two years of experience in charter school operations.
• At least three years of experience leading at a turnaround school.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary or ongoing leadership to the identified campus.
• Report directly to the superintendent.
• Lead campus aligned with policies, mission, and educational model.
• Supervise staff and collaborate with district leaders to strengthen instruction, student achievement, staff performance, school culture, safety, and operations.
• Assess instructional, staffing, operational, safety, and cultural needs.
• Establish priorities and action plans with leadership.
• Maintain continuity of campus programs, communications, and services.
• Provide feedback and formal evaluations; coach and remediate as needed.
• Oversee budget, purchasing, staffing, student records, attendance, facilities, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with laws and district policies.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Supervision

Data-Driven Decision Making

Classroom Observation

Performance Evaluation

Budget Management

Compliance Monitoring

Crisis Management

Action Plan Development

Student Discipline Management

Effective Communication

Relationship Building

Coaching And Mentoring

Collaborative Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership

Current Principal Certification

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced educational leader to serve as campus principal at a turnaround campus. You will report to the superintendent, guide instructional and operational systems, and drive student achievement and culture across the campus.

You will supervise staff, manage the budget, ensure compliance, and foster strong community relationships with families and local partners. This role requires a master’s degree and current principal certification.