School Principal

Machesney Park, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Principal at The Menta Education Group you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction students social/emotional needs safety building procedures and other building needs.

Requirement: IL PEL with Principal Endorsement

Strongly Preferred: IL PEL with Principal and LBS1 Special Education Endorsements

Responsibilities

Support school-wide initiatives in special education
Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations a personal approach caring discipline and order
Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
Confer with students parents and staff to resolve issues and problems

Qualifications

PEL with Principal Certification is required
PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred but not required
A strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education
A strong knowledge of the PBIS model
Excellent organization time management and follow-up skills
Knowledge of Common Core Standards
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
Compensation Information:
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Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit: - $108000 a year

Menta Academy Northwest

At Menta Academy Northwest we are dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready Career Ready and Citizenship Ready. Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. At Menta Academy Northwest we work with each student and family to ensure that each student has a mindset that is ready to learn and grow. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis. Social Emotional learning supports are in place to aid and teach students coping skills self regulation and restorative practices. These strategies are aimed at helping them succeed both academically and in their social relationships.

Students Served: PK-21

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC CASE Autism Speaks ASBA AAPSEC AASA CCSSO SEAA ASCD and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group (Menta) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics gender identity and gender expression) color national origin religion age pregnancy or related conditions veteran status sexual orientation disability or any other basis protected under federal state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Mentas office.

Job DescriptionAs a Principal at The Menta Education Group you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction students social/emotional needs safety building procedures and other building needs.Requirement: IL PEL with Principal EndorsementStrongly Preferred: IL ...