Assistant Principal (Behavior Focus)
Assistant Principal (Behavior Focus)
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Assistant Principal (with a Focus on Behavior)
We are seeking a dynamic Assistant School Leader with strong expertise in student behavior and school culture to support the academic cultural and operational excellence of our academy. A successful candidate will bring a proven track record in leading behavior systems supporting student discipline through proactive and restorative practices coaching staff in classroom management and experience in leading and implementing PBIS. The ideal candidate is a collaborative instructional leader who is equally passionate about building a positive school climate promoting student success developing staff capacity and engaging families and the community.
At Creative Montessori Academy we nurture each childs natural love of learning through the Montessori Method in a diverse studentcentered environment. Our mission is to prepare classrooms that foster curiosity independence and critical thinking guiding students to learn at their own pace and in their own style. Teachers and leaders are trained in Montessori philosophy and committed to delivering a rigorous handson curriculum that supports the development of the whole child.
Key Responsibilities:
School Development & Instructional Leadership:
- Lead initiatives to meet/exceed school goals implement school improvement plans and oversee instructional programming.
- Coordinate schedules policies and compliance with instructional time and state regulations.
- Maintain continuous communication with the School Leader and serve on all school committees.
Student Achievement:
- Use assessment data to inform instruction curriculum and professional development.
- Oversee student progress monitoring and instructional support systems aligned with state accountability goals.
School Culture & Student Behavior:
- Foster a safe inclusive learning environment grounded in PBIS and restorative practices.
- Lead KIP (Keep It Positive) implementation and threat assessment procedures.
- Coach staff on effective classroom management and consistent enforcement of the Code of Conduct.
- Strengthen relationships with students and families; promote student engagement and recognition programs.
People Systems & Resource Management:
- Recruit train coach and evaluate instructional and noninstructional staff.
- Assist in staff recruitment hiring onboarding and retention strategies.
- Conduct effective staff meetings and facilitate professional learning communities.
Operations & Compliance:
- Ensure safety health and compliance protocols are followed including drills building oversight and state reporting.
- Coordinate essential services such as food service transportation and special education supports.
- Monitor compliance with state authorizer and pupil accounting regulations.
Finance & Grants:
- Assist in budget planning and grant management to support school initiatives and compliance.
Student Recruitment & Community Engagement:
- Support student enrollment strategies and build positive relationships with community stakeholders.
- Represent the school in public communications events and university partnerships.
Additional Duties:
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent to advance the mission of the school.
Job Goal: To provide leadership to ensure the achievement of education business management school development parent engagement and involvement staff development customer service and accountability goals. To create excellent conditions for working and learning and to improve student achievement parent satisfaction and community support. This position will support and uphold the mission and vision of the environmental academy.
Essential Skills and Competencies: While we will consider a broad range of backgrounds the ideal candidate would have the following qualifications/experience:
Minimum Requirements:
- Current Michigan School Administrator certification or enrolled in an MDEapproved School Leader Preparation Program within 6 months leading to School Administrator certification within 3 years after start of employment per the certification and continuing education requirements as described in MCL 380.1246.
- Bachelors degree in Education or related field.
- Effective use of technology as a means of analyzing academic achievement data and as a tool to aid in communications with stakeholders.
- Exemplary work habits verified by reference check.
Desired Qualifications:
- Masters degree or additional coursework professional development relevant to coaching curriculum pedagogy or leadership strategies.
- Successful experience as a teacher.
- Previous experience in a school leadership role.
- Knowledge of and experience working with students from all backgrounds.
- Excellent verbal and written communication using proper grammar and vocabulary.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Choice Schools offers a full comprehensive benefits plan including health care a competitive 401(K) plan professional development and much more. View our benefits options here Location:12701 McCann St. Southgate MI 48195
Please contact with any questions.
Working for Choice Schools Associates
Creative Montessori Academy is part of the Choice Schools Community. As a comprehensive education service provider Choice Schools offers a studentcentered approach to tailored school operations support. Much like a superintendents office Choice Schools provides invaluable assistance in various crucial areas including instruction professional development curriculum human resources finance compliance communications and enrollment. By being a part of the Choice Schools Montessori Model Creative Montessori Academy is a vibrant community of learning comprised of multiple other outstanding Montessori schools within the state. The Montessori Model will provide you with the support and collaboration of a large district while serving at a tightknit community school in your area.
Choice Schools Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender sexual orientation national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Employment Type
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