Principal Carrollton Middle School

Position Type:
Administration/Principal
Date Posted:
12/14/2023
Location:
Carrollton Middle School
Date Available:
January 22, 2024
Closing Date:
01/08/2024
District:
Carrollton Public Schools - website
CARROLLTON MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Administrative Position
2023-2024 School Year
POSITION: Middle School Principal
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Middle School principal serves as the chief administrator of the school in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum, safety, and building budgets in a manner that promotes student growth and development opportunities, both educationally and personally. This position will commence on January 22, 2024.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
COMPENSATION: Per the Carrollton Public Schools Administrative Contract. Years of experience will be considered when negotiating salary.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND OTHER CREDENTIALS:

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or Administration.
• Valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate.
• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate.
• Minimum of three (3) years of building administrator experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of exemplary secondary teaching experience.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues, central office, and school-based staff, students, parents, and community members.
• Must have experience working with at-risk students, their parents, and families and demonstrated evidence of cultural awareness, sensitivity, acceptance, and appreciation.
• Must have knowledge and experience in MiCIP, MTSS, and NWEA.
• Must have knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and pupil services.
• Must receive a satisfactory response to P.A. 189 letter. (Misconduct Law)
• Must satisfactorily pass:
  • Law enforcement background checks with fingerprinting
  • Personal and professional reference background check.
• Must possess or be willing to complete training in Restorative Justice Practices, CPI Certification, and Adult/Infant/CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Relate to Middle School students and display effective and innovative ideas for building relationships, creating a school culture that is conducive to student learning and staff development.
• Manage, supervise, and implement master schedules, programs of study, school improvement processes, best practices in instruction and assessment, and facilitate effective professional development.
• Use student data to provide leadership in curriculum development, student achievement, and instructional best practices.
• Monitor and evaluate teacher and staff performance (Danielson Model), as well as program effectiveness.
• Understand and comply with legal and regulatory standards: including State, Federal, and Special Education.
• Understand and maintain proper and accurate pupil accounting and financial accounting budgets and records.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of Middle School students and programming; possess the ability to create interventions to assist struggling students.
• Adhere to the board of education approved student handbook and district policies.
• Possess outstanding work ethic and high standards for work performance.
• Supervise and attend student extracurricular activities.
• Respect and keep confidential student, parent, and staff information.
• Possess high levels of proficiency in Google and Microsoft applications is preferred.
• Assure positive attitudes toward students, parents, staff, and visitors are cultivated and that effective skills in human relations are developed and practiced.
• Advocate for a child-centered approach to school and student management and extend that expectation to staff.
• Utilize restorative justice practices where appropriate and support school staff in building a positive culture where students and staff feel valued, welcomed, and supported to fulfill their academic and professional potential.
• Provide leadership and shared responsibility to establish a safe and orderly environment that is conducive to learning by all students.
• Assist in the promotion of student voice and utilization of resources to support youth in becoming active and engaged participants in their academic experience.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years of exemplary Middle School teaching experience.
• Education Specialist or Advanced Graduate Studies.

Please review the application requirements below carefully as you prepare your submission. Only complete applications will be considered.
A complete application form includes all current and prior employment experience in education and verifies you meet the minimum qualifications.
An updated resume highlighting your most significant accomplishments.
An updated cover letter specifically addressing:

• why you are seeking this position
• why you wish to join the Carrollton Public Schools staff
• What sets you apart as a candidate
• how you will work to ensure an equitable learning environment for all students.

Your most current educator certificates with all earned endorsements should be uploaded to ensure we can easily verify your credentials.
CLOSING DATE: January 8, 2024, 3:00 pm
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Carrollton Public School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination during any program, activity, service or in employment. For information, inquiries, or to file a complaint, contact the Superintendent of Carrollton Public Schools at PO Box 517, Carrollton, MI 48724. (989) 754-1475.