What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Pool - K-8 Schools - Effective 2025/2026 SY position at Leman Academy of Excellence?
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Job Description
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Principal Pool - K-8 Schools - Effective 2025 / 2026 SY
Our Mission
Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.
CORE VALUES
Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence :
CARE : Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guest.
CIVILITY : Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.
COMMUNITY : We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.
CLASSICAL EDUCATION : Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.
General Job Description :
The Principal serves as a member of the Administrative Team of Leman Academy of Excellence (LAE) and shall assume responsibility for the general leadership and administration of the K-8 school consistent with School Board approved mission, philosophy, guiding principles, policies, and annual budgetary commitments / constraints.
Line of Authority / Reports to : The Principal shall be directly responsible to the Head of Schools for Leman Academy of Excellence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION :
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or similar
- At least 2 years of administrative leadership experience in a school-based setting
- At least four years of successful teaching experience.
- Proven leadership ability promoting collaborative decision-making.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact the community, parents, scholars, administrators, faculty, and staff.
- Strong commitment to supporting and safeguarding the principles of excellence in education.
- Working knowledge of learning theory, instructional methodology, curriculum development, teacher observation / evaluation.
- Working knowledge and understanding of school finances and operational budget.
- Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Classical curricula and learning.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Charlotte Mason educational philosophy and methodology.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Arizona State and Common Core Standards.
- Working knowledge and understanding of computers and computer software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and other applications tailored to specific departmental needs.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Data-Driven Instruction.
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WORK HABITS AND ATTITUDES :
Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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