Principal, Academic Center

Position Type:
CTE Administration/Supervisor of Career & Technical Education

Date Posted:
6/6/2024

Location:
Lehigh Career and Technical Institute

Date Available:
08/05/2024

Closing Date:
07/31/2024

Position Description

Position Title: Principal of the Academic Center

Qualifications/Certifications:

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred

The Principal shall hold a Secondary Principal Certificate from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Administrative Director Certificate preferred but not required.

The Principal shall have five years of professional teaching experience, three years of administrative experience in the field of secondary education preferred.

Experience in career and technical education preferred but not required

Experience and demonstrated skills in data analysis and data-driven decision-making

Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient research, data collection, data reporting and data based decision-making skills as well as ability to access, analyze and interpret student data

Reports To/Supervised By: Director of Curriculum & Instruction

Responsibilities:

Provide visionary leadership to stimulate innovation and build capacity in the Academic Center

Provide instructional leadership to academic teachers in order to improve curriculum, instruction and teaching techniques, and student achievement

Supervise and evaluate academic instructional personnel and programs

Maintain current knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations affecting academic and special education

Assist in obtaining state, federal, and other funds for the Academic Center

Coordinate assigned state, federal, and other grants

Assist in the collection, review, and submission of assigned forms and reports relative to academic education to state and federal agencies

Assist in the curriculum development, lesson design, and integration of academic and CTE content in all academic programs

Coordinate state academic testing process for students

Coordinate dual credit opportunities, both on and off LCTI campus

Analyze data for data-driven decision making

Prepare and administer the budget for the Academic Center

Assists in the recruitment, screening and hiring of academic teachers and support staff

Maintain membership in and participate in professional organization(s) devoted to the advancement/improvement of academic education

Develop and implement a program of public relations to further the community's understanding and support of the school program

Maintain a positive relationship with the Lehigh County educational stakeholders, including but not limited to high school principals, assistant principals, student services personnel, and postsecondary educators

Develop and implement a fair and consistent system of student discipline including notification and cooperation with participating district officials, police personnel, and parent/guardian(s) of students

Coordinate arrival, noontime supervision, and dismissal of students from the Academic Center

Serve on school and related committees as assigned

Support and monitor the faculty advisors to the National Technical Honor Society, the Academic Center yearbook, and a student council/CTSO council

Coordinate and conduct parent conferences

Develop the master schedule for all academic courses

Maintain student attendance policies

Serves as a liaison and resource person on IEP Team meetings, as needed

Nurture a culture of respect and collaboration with and between academic and CTE staff, students, and support staff

Ability to successfully address emergency situations that pose a risk to the well-being, safety, and security of students and staff

Administer an effective program for student evaluation, reporting and promotion

Attend special events held to recognize student achievement and attend school-sponsored activities and functions

In coordination with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction, develop and update school curriculum, ensure teaching of curriculum and encourage all staff to use curriculum resources, lead and participate in writing and developing curriculum towards LCTI goals

Develop and support Professional Learning Communities in the Academic Center

Establish and nurture a culture of high expectations and student achievement

Implement, monitor, support and evaluate dual enrollment programs

Performs all other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements of Job:

MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY

Not At All Occasionally Frequently Constantly

0 1 - 33% 34 - 66% 67 - 100%

LIFTING:

Up to 10 lbs: Frequently

11 to 20 lbs: Occasionally

Beyond 20 lbs: Not at all

BODY MOVEMENTS:

Bend/Stoop: Occasionally

Climb: Not at All

Kneel: Occasionally

Push: Occasionally

Pull: Occasionally

Twisting: Occasionally
Standing: Frequently

Sitting: Frequently
Walking: Frequently

Terms of Employment:

Length of Work Year: Ten (10) months

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated by the:

Director of Curriculum & Instruction

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the LCTI of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

LCTI is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.