Requisition Number 19-3299
Title (Hoosier) Academic Administrator - K-8 Principal 2019/20
City Indianapolis State IN

Description
(Hoosier - Indianapolis) Academic Administrator - K-8 Principal INSPIRE THE FUTURE
K12 is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

Passionate Family Engagement Coordinator needed at the K12 partner school, Hoosier Academy. We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Hoosier Academy is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

The Academic Administrator directs and coordinates educational, administrative and counseling activities of middle and high school students by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
AS A Head Of School, YOU WILL ...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below State ments are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ensures conformance of educational programs to federal, State and local school board standards through evaluation, development and coordination activities; As needed, researches and implements non-K12 curriculum resources that meet State standards;
• Manages teaching staff; Manages Master and Lead Teachers and programs;
• Helps articulate the school's mission and vision with the aim of ensuring all stakeholders have a common understanding and are positioned to work cooperatively in order to achieve desired results; Utilizes/relies heavily upon communication technologies and practices that most effectively support a predominantly virtual / remote work environment;
• Confers with teachers, students, and parents concerning educational and behavioral problems in school; Coordinates with teacher and K12 Enrollment regarding expulsions and withdrawals;
• Ensures that the school is meeting the needs of students while complying with local, State , and federal laws regarding special education;
• Develops and oversees implementation of the school's Comprehensive Continues Improvement Plan;
• Assists in the coordinating and implementing of grade level meetings;
• Assists with parent and student concerns and issues;
• Conducts evaluations and observations per State requirements.
  
  OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The below State ments are intended to help describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required; other duties may be assigned.
  
• Assists with projects ad directed by the Head of School;
• Requisitions and allocates supplies, equipment, and instructional material as needed;
• Actively participates in all school leadership team meetings.
  
  
  Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following
  competencies.
  
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, and adjusts plans to meet changing needs.
• Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys good news and bad.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leader to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
  
  Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises on average 30+ teachers; may supervise considerably more depending on size/growth of school. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
  

Get to know Hoosier!

• Hoosier Academy
• Behind the scenes
• A Day in the life

Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning.
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Education Administration or similar field of study AND
• Five (5) years of relevant experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  Certificates and Licenses: Valid Applicable Indiana Administrative License
  

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills: written, oral, presentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as an online educator
• Previous Administrative Experience
• Familiarity with student management systems
• Familiarity with State graduation requirements
• Familiarity with post-secondary opportunities

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This is an office based position. Typical school office setting (conversation, phones, light foot traffic, computers, printers, etc.).

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is "at-will" as governed by the law of the State where the employee works. It is further understood that the "at-will" nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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