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Arts in Action Middle School Principal (2024-2025 School Year) in East Los Angeles, California
Middle School Principal Seeking an experienced and passionate school leader who will lead through inclusive, collaborative, and empowering social justice educational practices
ABOUT US: Arts in Action Community Middle School opened in the Fall of 2016 and is located in East Los Angeles. Arts in Action strives to provide culturally responsive educational opportunities with hands-on and dynamic arts-integrated instruction taught through the lens of social justice in an inclusive and affirming school setting. For more info, visit: www.artsinactioncharter.org
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Overseeing school-wide operational, fiscal, academic, and social-emotional systems and procedures
Building a strong academic program through strategic planning, developing best teaching practices, researching and procuring curriculum
Leading school-wide social justice aligned Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Restorative Justice initiatives
Overseeing the Turnaround Arts program and implementing the strategic arts integration plan
Hiring, managing, and evaluating instructional and classified staff
Developing and procuring professional development and training for all school staff
Facilitating teacher committee and leadership opportunities
Facilitating external partnerships including relationships with Los Angeles County and the Los Angeles Unified School District
Leading family engagement initiatives including schoolwide family events, monthly principal meetings, collaborating with the United Parent Committee, leading School Site Council, facilitating the English Language Advisory Committee, and collaborating on parent workshops and training
QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior Title I school leadership and teaching experience (8+ years)
Strong managerial track record and interpersonal skills (communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution)
Dedication to the school’s mission, a thorough understanding of how to implement the school’s instructional approach, and a strong love for all children
Experience working with students who are English Learners and Students with Disabilities
Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred.
WAGE AND BENEFITS: The salary for this job ($122,000-$190,724) is competitive and commensurate with experience; a competitive benefits package is included.
Arts in Action Community Middle School is non-sectarian in its programs, admissions policies, employment practices, and all other operations, shall not charge tuition, and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, national origin, gender, disability, religion or sexual orientation, either actual or perceived
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