Principal; TK

To serve as the lead administrator of a school in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner that promotes the educational development of each student and the professional development of each staff member, according to the Da Vinci Schools Vision, Mission, and Aspirational Values.

• Pursue the vision and execute the mission of the school and organization;
• As the head of school, provide leadership and direction to staff (including other administrative staff
  - Assistant Principal, Office Manager, Office Clerk, School Counselors, consultants, and all teachers);
• Supervise and observe all instructional practices in the school, including coaching and mentoring directly or through other staff and/or professional development programs;
• Provide educational leadership in developing, implementing and evaluating School Improvement Plans, including the LCAP and other state and federal compliance requirements;
• Recruit, interview and recommend qualified teachers;
• Evaluate and support teachers as it relates to student success and classroom management by providing training and professional development opportunities;
• Directs the development of the master schedule and assigns teachers according to identified student needs;
• Coordinate the counseling program including social and academic support;
• Conducts staff meetings that involve staff in the discussion of instructional programs that focus on student success, policy changes, potential problems, and resolution of existing problems;
• Prepare materials in conjunction with Central Office administration for Board meetings, including student academic achievement data based on comparative and longitudinal measures;
• Develop the vision for and oversee development of summer school and after school/ extracurricular programs;
• Manages and supervises the school's finances, including the preparation and disbursement of the school's budget and internal accounts;
• Coordinate professional development in alignment with the school and Da Vinci Schools Vision, Mission and Aspirational Values;
• Support Restorative Justice professional development and instructional programs;
• Oversee WASC accreditation;
• Implement and follow policies and procedures;
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for learning.

• California Administrative Services credential;
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in Culturally Responsive Teaching methods, project based learning, and mastery based grading;
• Knowledge of social justice pedagogy, including demonstrated experience in diversity, equity and inclusion;
• Exhibited leadership and professionalism in working with staff, students, and the community;
• Demonstrated experience in restorative justice techniques and overall advocacy for traditionally underserved students;
• Knowledge and experience in working with special education students;
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience and other school roles;
• Commitment to the Vision, Mission and Aspirational Values, including the overall philosophy of Da Vinci Schools.