Principal - Elementary

Job Summary

The Elementary Principal is the instructional and operational leader of the school, responsible for creating a positive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and student growth.

The Principal provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the instructional program, ensures adherence to district goals and policies, and fosters strong relationships among students, staff, families, and the community.

Please see attached job description for a detail list of the essential functions for this position.

Salary & Benefits

Administrative Salary Schedule, 210 Days

Starting $90,339 Annual Salary

$5,000 Hiring Bonus*

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Employees shall be subject to the co-payment of health care costs equal to the difference between the premium cost and the annual cost limitation imposed on public employers.

• Per Article 13(G) of the Congress Master Contract, "A one-time new hire signing ("bonus") may be provided to individuals newly hired and assigned to an administrator position represented by Congress." The hiring bonus shall be distributed to eligible administrators (new district employees only) based on available and sustainable funds and payable in accordance with District policy and guidelines.

Education

Master's degree, specialist or advanced degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field is required. Candidates must possess the required certification credits mandated by the Michigan State Board of Education. Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate preferred. State of Michigan School Administrator Certification Required (see note below).

• NOTE: Pursuant to MCL 380.1246 subsection (3), a person employed as a school administrator, after January 4, 2010, will have six months to enroll in a program leading to certification as a school administrator and three years to meet certification requirements. Per the School Administrator Certification Code, a person employed as a school administrator, whose primary responsibility is to administer instructional programs, must hold a valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate or work under a valid School Administrator Permit. Administrators not possessing a School Administrator Certificate at time of hire must obtain an annual School Administrator permit and demonstrate progress toward certification.

Experience

Five years successful certified teaching experience preferred. Experience at the appropriate level is desirable (elementary or secondary based on current vacancy/potential placement). Three years of successful administrative experience preferred.

An online application is required for all positions. In addition, all applicants must submit the following:

• Signed cover letter
• Current resume
• Copy of transcripts
• Three signed professional letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months preferred)

These documents must be scanned and uploaded through the online application process.

• Early application is encouraged as positions may close when filled. **