School Principal

Primary Purpose:

Principals at Odyssey Schools advocate and enact a shared mission, vision, and core values of high-quality education. Principals are charged with driving academic achievement for students and building a rigorous academic school culture. Principals work with instructional leaders to increase educator effectiveness and student performance. Principals build partnerships with students and families through frequent communication, building trusting relationships, and embracing the knowledge parents have as their child's first teacher. Principals cultivate an inclusive, caring, and supportive school community that promotes the academic success and well-being of each student. The Principal is responsible for ensuring that the school operates effectively and in accordance with board-approved policies and procedures. The Principal acts as an agent of continuous improvement to promote the overall effectiveness and success of the school.

Odyssey campuses are supported by a school leadership team that includes the Principal, Assistant Principals, Deans, Instructional Coaches, Guidance Counselors and staff, and Team/Department Leads. Principals and other members of the leadership team provide guidance and support to all instructional and non-instructional personnel at the school site.

Qualifications:

· Master of Science Degree in Education or other related field, Educational Leadership K-12 preferred

· Florida State Teaching Certification

· Florida Educational Leadership K-12 Certification preferred

· Minimum of five years of teaching experience

· Three or more years of experience as a Principal or in a school leadership role

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Proven history in improving teacher and student performance

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

· Implement and foster a shared mission, vision, and core values of holistic, high-quality education

· Work positively, productively, and collaboratively with all school stakeholders to meet identified school and system-wide improvement goals

· Create a positive and productive school climate

· Develop and maintain a confidential, collegial relationship with administrators, teachers, and staff

· Facilitate necessary school-wide changes positively and productively

· Serve as an ambassador of the school to recruit and retain students through skillful marketing and excellent customer service

· Develop and support intellectually rigorous and coherent systems of curriculum, instruction, and assessment to promote each student’s academic success and well-being

· Establish professional relationships with teachers, staff, other administrators, and colleagues within the organization

· Schedule and facilitate individual and/or group learning opportunities for teachers as needed, including Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), team lead meetings, department/grade level meetings, staff meetings, etc.

· Organize and deliver professional development for teachers and staff on relevant and need-based topics

· Facilitate the intellectual and professional development of teachers through a variety of ways that include observation and feedback, coaching, modeling, mentoring, instructional planning, data reviews, etc.

· Communicate and demonstrate knowledge and expertise in researched-based instructional practices that result in increased student performance

· Provide leadership and guidance in the collection, analysis, and use of data to make instructional decisions

· Demonstrate proficiency in the analysis and use of student data to inform instruction

· Assist in identifying and monitoring implementation of intervention strategies or programs

· Create opportunities for instructional coaches to assist teachers in planning lessons, finding resources, and creating materials that are in alignment with curriculum

· Provide guidance and support in the development and implementation of curriculum, instruction and assessments

· Oversee the implementation of all testing protocols for all assessments

· Communicate effectively with students, teachers, staff, parents, school management personnel, district staff, and the community

· Collaborate with academic leaders and teachers in the selection and implementation of curriculum software products and classroom related technologies

· Demonstrate proficiency in the use of instructional technology, including computer-based assessments and tools

· Manage time and schedule flexibility that maximizes teacher schedules and learning

· Focus on improvement of teacher effectiveness through a variety of ways that include ongoing classroom walkthroughs and feedback, instructionally focused conversations with teachers, professional development opportunities for teachers, and allocation of appropriate instructional resources for teachers

· Conduct annual evaluations of instructional and non-instructional personnel using the Board approved evaluation system

· Stay abreast of current research and practices in the area of leadership, teaching and learning

· Participate in professional development and growth opportunities to increase the Principal’s capacity

· Demonstrate the ability to strategically manage and supervise the school’s financial resources.

· Participate in developing the school improvement plan, master schedule, calendar of events, and staffing plan

· Manage and oversee the function of personnel development to assure that the

school will realize maximum value from each of its employees through training, in-service,

and other developmental activities.

· Participate in the management of building and grounds, including safety and facility inspections

· Possess an understanding of how to respond to issues of safety/ethics in accordance with established policies and procedures

· Collaborate with the leadership team to implement the school’s discipline plan with fidelity, that includes student behaviors during bus transportation

· Oversee the management and administration of the school food service program

· Oversee the management and administration of the bus transportation program

· Manage and supervise the function of financial planning for the school, including the

preparation of the school's budget, financial reports, and the allocation of resources.

· Manage and administer the function of procurement of supplies, materials, equipment and services to ensure the school receives maximum value for all purchases

· Oversee the function of pupil accounting at the school, as it pertains to

funding and attendance

· Provide leadership and judicious decision making in the event of school crisis, medical emergency, or other safety-related issues

· Maintain adequate property inventory records and security of school property

· Provide leadership for, and supervision of, extracurricular activity programs.

· Manage and supervise student activity programs, including the selection of club

· sponsors.

· Approve school-sponsored activities and maintain a calendar of all school events.

· Ensure compliance with Board rules and applicable federal laws and regulations.

Compensation and benefits:

Odyssey offers highly competitive salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits are provided which include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, 10k life insurance, as well as a matching 401k plan and tuition reimbursement.

About Odyssey Charter School

Odyssey Charter School, Inc., is a network of tuition-free public charter schools serving Kindergarten through 12th Grade Title 1 students on two school campuses in Brevard County. Odyssey Charter School, first founded in 1999, promotes strong ties to the community to help learners build their self, collective, and cultural identities within a holistic educational environment of academic excellence. We offer a collaborative environment with a highly trained and dedicated, child-centered group of educational leaders and professionals. Odyssey, a state designated high performing charter school, is fully accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED). Our schools are state and national leaders in "green" and healthy holistic schools and were awarded the 2015 National Green Ribbon Schools designation by the U.S. Department of Education for leadership in health and wellness, sustainability, and environmental education. Our schools have also earned two prestigious Gold Awards with Distinction from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Healthier U.S. School Challenge: Smarter Lunchrooms (HUSSC:SL) program. Odyssey Charter School Elementary and Odyssey Preparatory Academy, in Palm Bay, have earned the Gold Award with Distinction, which is the highest national recognition a school can receive from the USDA. The award recognizes excellence in nutrition and physical activity, two factors proven by research to promote better performance in school, better grades, and better behavior in and out of class. Odyssey Jr/Sr High in Palm Bay received the prestigious HUSSC Silver Award.

Location

Located in Central Florida on the Atlantic Coast, in what is called the Space Coast and considered a high-tech corridor, the City of Palm Bay is both vibrant and diverse and home to more than 100,000 residents. Full of natural beauty and outdoor adventures, Palm Bay has many wonderful features for young, single professionals, growing families, or professionals planning for future retirement. From Turkey Creek to the Indian River Lagoon, residents are close to beautiful waterways and hiking trails, while also being less than twenty minutes from the ocean. Palm Bay is only a few hours from major cities like Miami, an hour away from the theme parks in Orlando, and close to famous beaches like Cocoa Beach. The Space Coast is home to the Kennedy Space Center with the new SpaceX, so you can watch a rocket launch literally from your own back yard. Venture out on an airboat ride along the St. John’s River or snorkel with the manatees in one of our natural springs. Try an evening beach walk to watch sea turtles nest or meander down the Turkey Creek in your own kayak and spot alligators sunning themselves on its sandy banks. Golf at one of our various country clubs or shop at Melbourne’s historic downtown shopping district and farmer’s market. Attend a play at the historic Cocoa Village playhouse and enjoy fine dining or take a Space Coast River tour out of Merritt Island to get an upfront look at our dolphins. Cruise the Caribbean as you embark from nearby Port Canaveral or take a nightly casino cruise out into the Atlantic. It is a great place to live at a slower pace and reasonable cost of living, but wherever you look there is a lot to do.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000