Principal - MySchool@Kent

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Principal - MySchool@Kent

Kent ISD

Full time, 260 day year-round position

Non-Union Professional, Grade 8

Broad Statement of Responsibilities :

Provides leadership, vision, direction, coordination, supervision, and support for MySchool@Kent. Leads learning in the areas of diverse learners, creating a safe environment for all learners, hybrid and online learning, and student mental wellness.

Provides excellent customer service and communication to all stakeholders including local schools who send students to Kent ISD Secondary Programs.

Assists the Assistant Superintendent of Career and Talent Development in administrative and supervisory functions related to Kent ISD Secondary Programs.

Job Qualifications :

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate
• Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience at the secondary level strongly preferred
• Valid Michigan school administrator certificate, or commitment to enroll in an approved program with six months and obtain administrator certification within three years
• Graduate degree in a relevant field of study strongly preferred
• School administrator experience preferred
• Ability to effectively implement Online / Blended / Hybrid Digital Learning Models
• Demonstrated commitment to Digital Learning, Competency Based Learning, and technology integration
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of standards-based education
• Collaborative leadership and teambuilding skills
• Demonstrated competencies in staff supervision and evaluation
• Evidence of positive community relationship skills
• Commitment to fostering and maintaining partnerships and community support
• Commitment to the inclusion and achievement of all students
• Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to successfully complete tasks as assigned
• Builds consensus and shared decision making
• Ability to effectively develop and administer the program budget
• Demonstrates high level of technology skills
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, social justice, and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities
• Possess deep knowledge of and experience with digital learning, credit recovery, and at-risk learners. Has the ability to provide professional learning and expertise to constituent districts in these areas
• Demonstrates the ability to examine the impact of education inequities in student achievement outcomes as it aligns with race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status.

Essential Duties :

• Oversight and responsibility for all aspects of MySchool@Kent
• Provides the day-to-day leadership and supervision of Kent ISD’s MySchool@Kent program, including summer school
• Provides leadership and coordination of the school’s academic program in collaboration with staff
• Ensures frequent and effective communications to MySchool@Kent stakeholders
• Leads MySchool@Kent in areas of diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion to create an equitable and welcoming learning experience for all students
• Represents Kent ISD in hybrid and online learning related matters at the local, state and / or national level
• Takes direction and collaborates with Assistant Superintendent of Career and Talent Development in areas of staffing, financial management and program development / prioritization
• Monitors budgets, seeks funds, supervises professional and classified staff and provides opportunities for continuous learning to improve training and consultative skills
• Participates in local, regional, state and national meetings as assigned
• Provides leadership and advocacy in areas of quality hybrid and online learning as requested by the Assistant Superintendent of Career and Talent Development
• Provides quality professional learning and expertise to constituent districts in these areas
• Supports the development of technological applications to enhance the Secondary Programs at Kent ISD
• Gathers and analyzes data to determine trends in credit recovery, online learning, and other digital learning opportunities
• Oversees the Kent ISD Summer School Program
• Functions as the MySchool@Kent Administrator supporting students in need of embedded credit from other Kent ISD Secondary Programs
• Supports periodic program supervision in other Secondary Programs, such as KCTC or KIH, when necessary
• Performs other tasks assigned by the Assistant Superintendent of Career and Talent Development

Career Readiness Leadership Preferences :

• Stays current in best practices in digital and online learning.
• Strategic / Visionary Leader that aligns Digital Learning best practices within the programs
• Data-driven leader with experience and capacity in leveraging data decisively to lead with collaboration and experience in technology solutions to establish goals and guide department vision
• Awareness of Educational Innovation Strategies and can build those strategies into our programs
• Facilitate, Provide, and Guide Stakeholder Opportunities and Leadership Experiences in Successful Collaboration providing Innovative Services, Strategies, and Programs in Digital Learning.
• Sound Leader Skilled in Servant Leadership with a focus on obstacle mitigation providing critical opportunities for team growth / achievement

Salary : Professional Salary Schedule, Grade 8. $106,802 minimum starting salary, commensurate with experience and credentials.

Benefits : Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and vacation days;

State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF / SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.

The Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is : Dave Rodgers, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.

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