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PRINCIPAL - CRAIG MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Employer
Milwaukee Public Schools
Location
Milwaukee, WI, US
Salary
Competitive

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Job Category
Administrator, Principal, Teaching, Montessori Teacher
Grade Level
Elementary School
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Job Details


Craig Montessori is one of six Montessori Schools in the Milwaukee Public School district. Craig Montessori students use specially-made materials to help them learn practical life skills, activities that promote concentration, math concepts and problem solving. At Craig, the staff integrates language acquisition skills, science, history and arts into studies. Craig Montessori School is a diverse Montessori School that welcomes all students, preparing them for success in higher education, post-educational opportunities, work and citizenship.

BASIC FUNCTION : Supervises, coordinates and manages the activities of the entire building and staff.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Values the expertise of teachers, staff, and parents and uses these resources to enhance the success of the school.
  • Leads teachers in developing and delivering effective Common Core curriculum and assessments in literacy and math.
  • Demonstrates the ability to impact student outcomes through analyzing data to inform instruction that will enhance the school’s student achievement.
  • Delegates authority and responsibility clearly and appropriately; assesses expertise of self and others; determines tasks to be assigned and recognizes tasks that need outside assistance.
  • Leads the school by consistently building high performance teams, delegating responsibility, creating opportunities for professional development to foster individual growth in instructional practices, and implementing the school vision.
  • Develops and creates effective integrated services throughout the full school day, such as supervision strategies, and extended day, such as health, educational, recreational, and social activities for students and parents.
  • Manages school resources and facilities effectively, uses knowledge of policies and procedures to make sound decisions, and ensures the efficient operation of the school; proactively maintains an attractive, clean, safe, and inspiring physical space for learning.
  • Creates and maintains a school environment that focuses on an atmosphere of caring and respect, emphasizes high academic expectations, and maintains discipline and order for all students.
  • Implements a proven system for discipline that is research-based with built-in incentives and rewards to boost self-esteem and good citizenship and a strong record of enforcing the student code of discipline.
  • Demonstrates visionary and innovative leadership by setting high expectations for students and staff, including the ability to motivate, build teams, and encourage and increase parent involvement.
  • Works effectively with a broad range of students, faculty, parents, alumni, and community members; establishes strong ties and develops a sense of shared ownership among the school partners and stakeholders.
  • Motivates and supports students, teachers, staff and parents with compassion and fairness.
  • Embraces working collaboratively and constructively with staff, students, families and
  • stakeholders.
  • Collaborates with families and community members, responds to diverse community interests and needs and uses community resources.
  • Requests and responds to parent and community feedback in a timely manner; is accessible to parents, staff and community.
  • Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Company

Milwaukee Public Schools is the largest school district in Wisconsin and serves about 75,000 students across nearly 160 schools. 

There is a saying, "It takes a village to raise a child.." and at MPS we know that it takes out entire district to create the best learning environment for our students. Join our team where you'll not only grow your career but you will also make a difference in our community!

No matter what your passion is, you'll find a home in Milwaukee Public Schools. View a listing of all our current openings here: https://mps.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/en/Employment/Employment-Opportunities-at-MPS/Job-Openings.htm positions fill quickly and are available citywide. New positions are added frequently. Residency in Milwaukee is not required.

Company info
Website
Telephone
4144758224
Location
5225 W Vliet St. Rm. 124
 Milwaukee
WI
53208
US
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