Principal Coach, Montessori (One Year Only)

Description

Provides comprehensive coaching and mentoring on Montessori philosophy and pedagogy to principals, emphasizing leadership development, operational management, and effective instructional practices to build their capacity for success; offers actionable strategies and tailored guidance to address a wide range of challenges, foster professional growth, and drive meaningful improvements in school operations and culture; actively collaborates with and advises principals on specific projects, initiatives, and long-term strategic goals designed to enhance overall school performance, promote innovative solutions, and improve student outcomes across diverse learning environments; identifies and cultivates emerging leadership potential within Montessori/Magnet schools to support succession planning for critical staff roles.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree.
• Five (5) years of experience in a teacher, administrator, or supervisor role, some of which shall have been as a school administrator.
  • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
• Postgraduate educational license with endorsement(s) designated as appropriate to the assignment.
• Administration and supervision PreK-12 endorsement.
• Knowledge of educational philosophy and practices required to support student achievement and foster school transformation.
• Knowledge of school administration, curriculum, and instruction to address academic and operational needs effectively.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, legislation, and policies to ensure compliance and alignment with division objectives.
• Knowledge of leadership development practices to cultivate the skills and effectiveness of school leaders.
• Knowledge of professional development principles and techniques for designing and delivering impactful training for school leaders and staff.
• Familiarity with technology and data-driven strategies for compiling, analyzing, and reporting information to inform decisions.
• Demonstrated competency in developing and leading professional development sessions for school leaders and instructional staff.
• Proficiency in the use of technology and data compilation, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent human relations skills and ability to establish and maintain a successful cooperative working relationship with appropriate school communities and school-based and central office staff.
• Demonstrated ability to develop leadership skills of others.
• Ability to manage and coordinate programs and initiatives that support school leaders and instructional priorities.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Preferred

• Montessori Credential
• Experience in delivering professional education.
• Leadership experience in Montessori education.