K-8 and 9-12 Summer School Principal

🇺🇸In-Person - Kansas City, MO$65K–$95K/yri10h ago

K-12 Executive School Leadership Instructional Leadership Teacher Coaching School Operations Student Support

Role Snapshot

K-8/9-12 Summer School Principal at KIPP KC responsible for delivering exceptional instructional leadership and ensuring students progress toward college and career readiness. The role focuses on building teacher capacity, fostering educational equity, and creating a safe, inclusive school culture.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct classroom observations and coach teachers on effective practices while supporting curriculum implementation aligned with school vision. Oversee daily operations, manage faculty and staff, analyze student data to inform instructional strategies, and serve as primary contact for student concerns and parent engagement.

Skills & Tools: Strong instructional leadership, data analysis, and teacher coaching abilities combined with excellent communication, relationship-building, and collaborative problem-solving skills. Demonstrated commitment to educational equity and ability to create inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications: Typically requires a master's degree in Educational Leadership or Administration and state principal certification. Several years of experience as a teacher or instructional leader in K-12 education, preferably in a charter or high-performing school network.

Location: In-Person - Kansas City, MO

Compensation: $65K–$95K/yr (estimated)

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Job Description

Position Overview

Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP KC plays a critical role in ensuring our students are on the path toward college, career, and beyond. Our educators are passionate advocates for our students and families, working tirelessly to connect them with access to opportunity for lives of power and choice. As a principal, you will deliver exceptional instructional leadership and assess student growth consistently. You are dedicated to constant learning and proactively provide academic and cultural support to your school staff. You are deeply committed to educational equity, developing the instructional capacity of teachers, building relationships with students and families so they are safe, seen, heard, and loved.

Instructional Leadership:

Support the implementation of a rigorous curriculum, actively mobilizing teachers to achieve the school's collective goals aligned with the Principal's vision.
Conduct regular classroom observations, provide constructive feedback, and coach teachers on effective practices.

Teacher Leadership & Development:

Mentor and support teachers in your assigned grade levels, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Facilitate professional development opportunities to enhance teacher skills and knowledge.
Lead the planning and goal setting ensuring alignment with school-wide goals.

School Culture & Operations:

Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students.
Assist in developing and implementing school-wide behavior management plans and routines.
Serve as the first point of contact regarding student concerns and parent engagement.
Oversee the daily operations ensuring smooth functioning of classrooms, lunch periods, and student transitions.
Manage and support faculty and staff within your grade levels, addressing any concerns and ensuring they have the resources needed to be successful.

Data Analysis & Decision-Making:

Analyze student data to identify areas of strength and opportunity.
Collaborate with teachers to develop data-driven instructional strategies and interventions.
Monitor the progress of students and track the effectiveness of implemented programs.

Communication & Collaboration:

Communicate effectively with parents, students, and teachers regarding academic progress, school policies, and upcoming events.
Collaborate with other school and district leaders to achieve the school's overall goals.
Represent the school at meetings and events as needed.