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Principal - Secondary Appoquinimink School District Appoquinimink High School Summary: The Appoquinimink School District is seeking a highly effective Principal for Appoquinimink High School. As Principal, the successful candidate will provide leadership and administration, which will motivate instructional and supporting personnel to strive for superior performance so as to provide the best possible opportunities for student growth and development, both educationally and personally. Candidates must possess the skills essential for the role of an Instructional Leader including professional development, serving as a change agent and the ability to maintain a focus on effective instructional practices. Candidates must have at least five years of successful teaching plus at least three years of successful administrative experience at the secondary education level. The district seeks a proven leader with a strong understanding of teaching and learning as well as documented knowledge of and/or experience in: Creating and sustaining a vision for academic successEstablishing and sustaining a positive school cultureFacilitating academic, vocational, co-curricular, and extracurricular programs to actively engage students at all ability levelsBuilding relationships within all segments of the school community Developing and implementing a plan for school staffing including special programs Responsibilities and Duties: Initiate, design, and implement programs to meet specific needs of the school.Prepare and administer the school budget and supervise school finances.Work collaboratively with the community to interpret and explain school policies and programs.Coordinate and evaluate using State and/or District procedures the performance of the professional staff members and support staff.Design programs to improve the performance of the professional staff members and support staff.Select and evaluate professional and support staff for the school.Plan and execute procedures for obtaining and maintaining approved instructional materials and equipment.Implement a plan to create a positive school culture that is conducive to learning.Effectively use school personnel in the delivery of services to students.Work collaboratively with district office staff to implement district initiatives.Plan programs of study and schedules classes to meet individual needs.Implement and evaluate programs to meet student needs.Establish and manage programs to implement IDEA regulations (IEP's and 504's).Provide initiative and leadership for organizational improvements.Maintain staff and student records and provides appropriate documentation when asked.Assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Assistant Superintendent or District Office Administrators. Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with experience as a secondary school principal. The candidate must hold a State of Delaware Principal Certification.Master's degree in Educational Administration.Must have at least at least five years of successful teaching experience and three years of successful experience as an administrator (assistant principal or principal).Preference will be given to candidates who have completed a leadership development program.The candidates should have experience working with a diverse student and staff population.Candidates must demonstrate leadership strengths in curriculum and professional development, school based management and program innovation.Candidates must demonstrate leadership skills to coordinate the efforts of teachers, support staff, parents, and community agencies to maximize the personal and intellectual development of students and a strong knowledge and understanding of Appoquinimink School District's mission and philosophy.Excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills.Excellent writing skills.Knowledge of best practices.Demonstrated proficiency with technology.Demonstrated pursuit of continued professional growth.Knowledge and experience in implementing a standards base curriculum to improve all students' performance.Documented successful work history in all educational experiences.Knowledge of federal, state, and local education related regulations.Criminal background check, Tuberculin testing, and health verification. Application Procedure: For applicants to be considered, please complete the application on-line and include as part of your application the following information: Cover letterProfessional resume Please apply on our website . All requirements must be met and attached online before your application will be reviewed for consideration. Please do not send paper documentation. The salary will be determined by the successful candidate's experience in education, qualifications, and professional preparation. The successful candidate may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $6,000. To Apply: Closing date: 6/23/19 "AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER" Category: Education , Keywords: School Principal