High School Associate Principal
High School Associate Principal
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High School Associate Principal
The Environmental Charter School is seeking highly dedicated and experienced High School Associate Principal.
The Environmental Charter school has a mission grounded in environmental education sustainability and social justice. We are seeking a visionary community-centered Associate Principal to join our high school leadership team. Successful candidates must be progressive minded and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration candidates should have at least 3 years of teaching experience a principals certification a demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of learning needs and a whatever it takes attitude to ensure that all students succeed at a high level.
OUR PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION
As the world changes and becomes increasingly more complex global citizens will need to be equipped with skills that allow them to be flexible thinkers creative problem solvers and effective leaders. ECS offers a program that develops students into critical thinkers thoughtful innovators and well-rounded scholars. We provide students the tools and educational foundation to become tomorrows global citizen and we strive to teach students how their choices impact the world around them. By using environmental content as a lens for instruction ECS provides students a context in which to explore ideas and observations to practice inquiry and to actively problem solve. Throughout their academic career at ECS students build core skills across all disciplines and then actively apply these skills to support the impact of learning.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Catalyst: As a charter school we are innovators in public education. We are a passionate and progressive group of educators who work to develop individuals into global thinkers with diverse perspectives
Character: We are dedicated to making the world a better place socially and environmentally for future generations. We engage students in character development through educational experiences that evaluate the impact of individual choices and that are born from collective discussion and the investigation of diverse perspectives.
Collaboration: We value collaboration with our community and recognize the power of systems thinking. We believe that respectful transparent and reflective dialogue among our constituents (students families faculty neighbors and regional partners) is necessary for elevating educational experiences for all learners.
Commitment: We are a dedicated community of passionate leaders who are committed to defining ecological literacy in an educational setting. Our educational model endorses an interdisciplinary view of complex environmental systems.
WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL
The Environmental Charter Schools faculty and staff are passionate talented and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed-and continually refined-to ensure that goal. Our work is student centered constantly improving and reflective. ECSs progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores long waiting list (nearly 200 students in kindergarten alone!) and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh serve as a model in environmentally focused education.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Associate Principal plays a vital role in supporting the schools academic excellence equity-driven culture and environmental mission. In this senior leadership position you will collaborate with the Principal to guide instruction mentor school leaders and cultivate strong relationships with families and community partners to ensure that all students thrive.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Mission-Aligned Leadership
The Environmental Charter School is seeking highly dedicated and experienced High School Associate Principal.
The Environmental Charter school has a mission grounded in environmental education sustainability and social justice. We are seeking a visionary community-centered Associate Principal to join our high school leadership team. Successful candidates must be progressive minded and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration candidates should have at least 3 years of teaching experience a principals certification a demonstrated track record of success in developing and implementing strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of learning needs and a whatever it takes attitude to ensure that all students succeed at a high level.
OUR PHILOSOPHY AND MISSION
As the world changes and becomes increasingly more complex global citizens will need to be equipped with skills that allow them to be flexible thinkers creative problem solvers and effective leaders. ECS offers a program that develops students into critical thinkers thoughtful innovators and well-rounded scholars. We provide students the tools and educational foundation to become tomorrows global citizen and we strive to teach students how their choices impact the world around them. By using environmental content as a lens for instruction ECS provides students a context in which to explore ideas and observations to practice inquiry and to actively problem solve. Throughout their academic career at ECS students build core skills across all disciplines and then actively apply these skills to support the impact of learning.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Catalyst: As a charter school we are innovators in public education. We are a passionate and progressive group of educators who work to develop individuals into global thinkers with diverse perspectives
Character: We are dedicated to making the world a better place socially and environmentally for future generations. We engage students in character development through educational experiences that evaluate the impact of individual choices and that are born from collective discussion and the investigation of diverse perspectives.
Collaboration: We value collaboration with our community and recognize the power of systems thinking. We believe that respectful transparent and reflective dialogue among our constituents (students families faculty neighbors and regional partners) is necessary for elevating educational experiences for all learners.
Commitment: We are a dedicated community of passionate leaders who are committed to defining ecological literacy in an educational setting. Our educational model endorses an interdisciplinary view of complex environmental systems.
WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL
The Environmental Charter Schools faculty and staff are passionate talented and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed-and continually refined-to ensure that goal. Our work is student centered constantly improving and reflective. ECSs progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores long waiting list (nearly 200 students in kindergarten alone!) and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh serve as a model in environmentally focused education.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Associate Principal plays a vital role in supporting the schools academic excellence equity-driven culture and environmental mission. In this senior leadership position you will collaborate with the Principal to guide instruction mentor school leaders and cultivate strong relationships with families and community partners to ensure that all students thrive.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Mission-Aligned Leadership
- Model and promote a values-driven collaborative organizational culture where students and staff are valued for their contributions and supported in their development
- Support the advancement of the schools environmental education vision and urban sustainability focus.
- Promote interdisciplinary project-based learning that connects students to their communities and the natural built and social environment.
- Work with the Principal and all staff to ensure that environmental justice civic engagement and community stewardship are woven into the schools academic and extracurricular programs
Community & Family Engagement
- Build authentic trust-based relationships with families community organizations and local environmental partners.
- Serve as a support to external partners and initiatives that provide experiential learning internships service projects and environmental programming.
- Assist in organizing and participating in community events public forums and service learning opportunities that reflect the schools mission and student voice.
Instructional Leadership
- Serve as a coach and mentor to teachers related to their instructional goals to foster a culture of growth and innovation with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Promote and support inquiry-based experiential and outdoor learning that aligns with environmental themes and academic standards.
- Assist teachers to use data to monitor achievement and equity and support strategies to close opportunity gaps.
Student Culture & Support
- Foster a safe inclusive school climate that supports students academic and social-emotional development.
- Oversee or support student discipline systems with a focus on restorative practice and equity.
- Collaborate with the principal counselors advisors and student support teams to ensure every student is seen supported and challenged.
Operational Leadership
- Assist in managing daily school operations including scheduling resource allocation staffing and compliance.
- Provide leadership and support in the supervision and evaluation of instructional staff and other personnel as assigned.
- Lead and/or support key school-wide initiatives.
Educational Background and Work Experience
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution Masters degree preferred
- Principal certification
- Minimum of 3-5 years teaching and/or educational leadership experience
- Familiarity with charter schools and 9-12 students
- Experience leading adults as a principal head of school or other educational leadership position
Compensation and Benefits
- Minimum starting salary of $77759 with consideration given for prior relevant experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance short- and long-term disability insurance generous paid time off and participation in a generous 403b retirement plan.
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter resume and copy of certification with your application to:
Priority consideration given for applications received by Wednesday June 11th
Clearances current within a year of hire will be required for the selected candidate including Arrest & Conviction Disclosure Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34) FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter training also will be required.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer.
Submit a cover letter resume and copy of certification with your application to:
Priority consideration given for applications received by Wednesday June 11th
Clearances current within a year of hire will be required for the selected candidate including Arrest & Conviction Disclosure Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34) FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter training also will be required.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer.
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