Full job description Special Note: Start date preferred is July 1, 2024, however, we are open to a mutually agreed upon start date.
Basic Function: The Principal actively creates, promotes and maintains a college/career-going culture by providing instructional leadership.
Essential Duties: Provide instructional leadership aligned to Common Core State Standards to ensure effective teaching and learning Ensure differentiated professional development for all staff Lead on creating equitable classroom management practice Promote and maintain a strong college/career-going culture Develop staff's ability to differentiate instruction to meet individualized student needs as determined by diagnostic and formative assessment data Create and maintain a positive school culture rooted in inclusivity and restorative practices Serve on school and network committees as assigned Provide direct coaching and instructional guidance to staff Plan and provide professional development in collaboration with others Model identity-safe, culturally-relevant pedagogical practices Model effective use of differentiated instructional strategies for diverse learners Model successful classroom management strategies Observe staff and debrief the observations to improve teaching practices Provide staff with regular constructive feedback Conduct staff evaluations using LPS-approved evaluation rubrics Make instructional decisions based on student performance and make recommendations for best practices Support student discipline in collaboration with admin team Plan and facilitate student, family, and community meetings and activities Maintain communication with caregivers as needed Lead and participate in charter renewal, WASC accreditation, Federal Program Monitoring, LCAP development and implementation, and other local, state, and federal requirements Produce data/reports for local, state, and federal compliance Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal mandates Oversee and participate in student recruitment and enrollment process Collaborate with Human Resources in the recruitment and retention of staff Partner with Network Operations and Facilities staff to ensure maintenance of the school site Build and maintain positive relationships with the authorizing school district, county office of education, and other local, state, and federal partners Develop positive relationships with school community that are aligned with LPS' culture and values Contribute to the cultivation of strong and cohesive professional learning communities
Other Duties Perform related duties as assigned
Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to:
a bachelor's degree from an accredited university 5 years of successful high school experience as a teacher and/or administrator
Licensing and Other Requirements Valid California Teaching Credential Valid California Administrative Services Credential Employment eligibility that includes fingerprint, tuberculosis, and/or other employment clearances Knowledge of: Instructional programs, methods, and practices that accelerate student learning and achievement Leadership development practices and effective supervision and performance evaluation California standards, curriculum frameworks and current research-based practices and trends as they relate to work scope Culturally-responsive pedagogy Adult learning principles and change management theory Effective professional development practices, including data-based inquiry
Skills and Ability to: Support, monitor and evaluate instructional program effectiveness Use and analyze data to develop action plans Implement collaborative and team building processes Plan, implement, and monitor high-leverage professional development Facilitate dissent and conduct difficult and constructive conversations effectively Provide timely and actionable feedback, including officially evaluating staff performance Provoke, inspire and motivate people to make progress toward goals Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Work effectively across diverse communities Manage various projects and/or demands demonstrating flexibility and effective time-management skills
Working Conditions: Environment Instructional environment which includes indoor and outdoor activities Travel to conduct business Work variable hours including evenings and weekends as needed
Physical Demands Mental acuity Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Hearing and speaking to communicate Seeing to observe and read materials Sitting or standing for extended periods of time Pulling, pushing, lifting and/or carrying instructional materials and equipment Leadership Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.
Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy
Leadership Public Schools prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (sexual harassment), or sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the network webpage at
For inquiries or concerns regarding LPS nondiscrimination policy or the filing of discrimination complaints please contact:
Chris Harrell, Director of Student Services and Facilities, Title IX Coordinator
99 Linden Street
Oakland, CA 94607
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