Head Of Lower School

Head of Lower School (Grades K-5)

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Head of Lower School (Grades K-5) serves as an instructional leader in the planning, coordination, and administration of lower school activities and programs, including curriculum, instruction, assessment, student conduct and attendance, extracurricular programs, and parent relationships according to the school mission, vision, and charter. The person in this role is also responsible for supervising and evaluating assigned personnel, which includes Human Resource matters, upon conferring.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaison to student government, extracurricular activities, the student athletics program, and other competitive or performance programs and events. Supervises activities, including evening activities, as assigned.
• Acts as Test Coordinator, handles all state-required testing, and attends monthly test coordinator meetings, reporting to the Board of Directors at its regular meeting.
• Participates as needed in Individual Educational Plan meetings and MTSS team meetings.
• Prepares and maintains various board, district, county, state, and federal records and reports; directs staff preparation of records and reports.
• Supervises students on campus; monitors students during lunch, recess, passing periods, and other activities; instructs students in appropriate behavior; disciplines students in accordance with established guidelines.
• Attends monthly PTO meetings.
• Develops the Professional Development Plan for K-5 educators in coordination with the Executive Director and Head of Secondary.
• Performs various administrative duties to assist the Executive Director in managing the school; assumes the duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in administrative meetings and training to improve administrative skills; maintains current knowledge of the school’s adopted curriculum.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of designated certified and/or classified personnel; assigns duties to faculty and staff as appropriate to meet school objectives; assists with the recruiting, interviewing, and selection of new faculty and staff for the Lower School and support roles for all grades.
• Develops plans for emergency situations in collaboration with other administrators, faculty, staff, and public safety agencies; directs the work of yard duty staff and crossing guards; plans and debriefs emergency drills; updates the school safety plan.
• Develops and administers disciplinary procedures in accordance with Board policies and state laws; receives referrals and confers with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, Executive Director, and law enforcement; responds to and resolves parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints; serves on discipline or expulsion panels as assigned.
• Works with the Executive Director to establish a safe and secure student learning environment.
• Provides direction to various faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participates in formal and informal classroom visitations and observations; provides recommendations and suggestions for improvement as appropriate.
• Liaison to the after-school program in collaboration with school faculty and/or personnel from outside agencies.
• Monitors and organizes attendance functions; prepares letters, calls parents, and attends meetings as needed, regarding absent or tardy students; provides leadership for attendance improvement efforts.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Maintains Certifications and Licensure of K-5 teachers and staff.
• Establishes and maintains positive, productive, collaborative relationships, while inspiring others.
• Is familiar with and maintains the board-approved budget per the financial policy.
• Creates an environment where children from diverse backgrounds are comfortable and experience success.
• Operates office equipment, including a computer with a variety of software related to job requirements including PowerSchool and other NCDPI-related programs.
• Defines problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Applies knowledge of school law and school policy.
• Relates to students with mutual respect while carrying out a positive and effective redirection and, if necessary, disciplinary program.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills including tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Knows and models school mission, vision, and policies.
• Applies knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and methods of supporting and extending instruction and student learning per school mission, vision, and charter.
• Performs various specialized tasks; interprets and applies rules and regulations as appropriate.
• Meets schedules and deadlines. Plans and organizes work. Follow through with directives.
• Analyzes and interprets assessment results to design and modify instruction per school mission, vision, and charter.
• Build relationships with families.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Models standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Energetic and positive approach to responsibilities.
• Driven to attain results; proven experience and effectiveness in improving student achievement in classroom and/or school.
• Self-motivated; able to accept criticism and grow as a result.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Has a positive attitude; demonstrates compassion.

Education and Experience:

• 7+ years as a K-5 Educator
• 3+ years of School Leadership Experience
• Valid North Carolina Principal’s License preferred
• Valid North Carolina Teaching License

Union Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• K-5 Teaching: 7 years (Preferred)
• School Leadership: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• North Carolina Teaching License (Preferred)
• North Carolina Principal’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person