Principal

Virginia Beach City Public Schools

• $87K — $145K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Virginia License in Administration and Supervision PK-12 required.
  • Master's Degree in Education or related field required.
  • Virginia teaching license; special education endorsement preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of Virginia Standards of Learning and effective instructional strategies for learners with emotional disabilities.
  • Strong expertise in evidence-based positive behavioral strategies for developmental disabilities.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in developing instructional and behavioral services for students with emotional and related disabilities.
  • Physical ability to work effectively with students exhibiting challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

  • Gather, analyze, and utilize data effectively for decision making.
  • Collaboratively create and implement a school improvement plan to boost student learning.
  • Plan, implement, support, and assess instructional programs aligned with Standards of Learning.
  • Develop financial and resource allocation plans that support educational goals.
  • Communicate a clear vision for excellence and continuous improvement of SECEP.
  • Supervise coordination and delivery of assigned programs and curricula.
  • Recruit, support, evaluate, and retain quality instructional staff.
  • Provide staff development based on program evaluations and instructional improvement needs.
  • Identify and resolve problems using effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Maintain discipline and foster a safe and positive environment for students and staff.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative educational environment.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Engagement in innovative instructional strategies and curricular improvements.
  • Ability to positively impact the learning experiences of students with special needs.
  • Supportive leadership with a focus on community and family involvement.
Full Job Description
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Start Date

Open Date 06/23/2025

Closing Date

PRIMARY FUNCTION: This position is responsible for administering and implementing a comprehensive School Program, including supervising/assisting in all areas of academic and behavioral programming, monitoring parent and liaison activities, and direct supervision of teaching and support staff.

SUPERVISION: This position reports to the Assistant Director of Programs

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Virginia License in Administration and Supervision PK-12 required.
  • Master's Degree in Education or related field required.
  • Virginia teaching license; special education endorsement preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge and skills in implementing the Virginia Standards of Learning utilizing effective research-based grade level instructional strategies designed for learners with emotional disabilities and other learning disabilities.
  • Strong knowledge base and skills in implementing a variety of evidence-based positive behavioral strategies for learners with emotional disabilities and other developmental disabilities.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience developing and administering all aspects of instructional and behavioral services to learners with emotional disabilities and other related disabilities.
  • Must have the physical ability to work effectively with students with challenging behaviors.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Effectively employs various processes for gathering, analyzing, and using data for decision making.
  • Collaboratively develops and implements a school improvement plan that results in increased student learning.
  • Plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs that enhance teaching and student achievement in the Standards of Learning.
  • Develops plans for effective allocation of fiscal and other resources.
  • Communicates a clear vision of excellence and continuous improvement consistent with the goals of SECEP.
  • Supervises the alignment, coordination, and delivery of assigned programs and/or curricular areas.
  • Selects, inducts, supports, evaluates, and retains quality instructional and support personnel.
  • Provides staff development programs consistent with program evaluation results and school instructional improvement plans.
  • Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Maintains effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff.
  • Effectively coordinates the daily operation of the assigned area of responsibility.
  • Effectively manages human, material, and financial resources to ensure student learning and to comply with legal mandates.
  • Demonstrates effective organizational skills to achieve school, community, and division goals.
  • Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students and staff.
  • Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with parents and other community members.
  • Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resources and to support the success of a diverse student population.
  • Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
  • Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other coordinators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of SECEP.
  • Takes responsibility for and participates in a meaningful and continuous process of professional development that results in the enhancement of student learning.
  • Provides service to the profession, the division, and the community.
  • Performs related work as required.


Salary Range: From/To
$87,276.00 - $145,125.42

Start Date 07/01/2025

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