Principal at Asheville City Schools in Asheville, NC

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POSITION TITLE: Principal LOCATION: Isaac Dickson Elementary School REPORTS TO: Superintendent FLSA STATUS: Exempt WORK SCHEDULE: 12-month DATE AVAILABLE: February 1, 2027 - open until filled; application review begins November 16th. SALARY SCHEDULE: ACS Principal Salary Schedule CONTACT: Dr. Jeremy Gibbs, Chief Operating Officer, Asheville City Schools APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants for this vacancy should first review the Principal Vacancy Profile & Candidate Selection Standard document available here . To be considered for the vacancy, applicants must complete the online application and submit the following documents via email to Dr. Jeremy Gibbs at jeremy.gibbs@acsgmail.net. -Cover letter -Current resume -Performance task/alignment brief responding to the prompt in the profile document TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : The Board of Education, upon recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools, shall appoint the Principal. The annual period of service for the Principal shall be 12 months. SUMMARY: The position of the principal requires a forward-thinking, achievement-oriented, equity-minded instructional leader who has a strong vision and philosophy for teaching and learning. Candidates must have successful instructional leadership experience, a passion, and commitment to student-centered education, a very strong background in high-quality instructional frameworks and classroom practices, and the confidence and expertise to lead a dynamic and talented faculty and staff. As a reflective, equity-driven, achievement-based district, Asheville City Schools' commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for students must be at the forefront of the work our principals lead each and every day at their schools. ACS principals must be ready to engage in courageous conversations with staff and lead equity work at the local school level. PRIMARY FUNCTION : The Principal is the instructional leader and administrative officer of the school, responsible for the overall organization and operation of the school along with the supervision of teachers, school staff, students, and all activities. The Principal builds a common vision and executes a strategic improvement plan with the objective of increasing student achievement across all student demographics and eliminating disproportionate student outcomes in all areas. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Other duties may be assigned. Builds an Equitable School Community, Vision, Mission, and Culture Fosters collaborative and shared leadership among faculty and staff Creates and sustains a reflective, equity-driven, achievement-based culture of learning focused on the academic success of every student Works towards clear goals focused on student learning with measurable academic outcomes. Establishes a school environment that is culturally responsive and communicates high expectations for every student and adult. Communicates clearly and consistently about the specific aspects of the vision, mission, and culture, including progress toward goals Communicates with transparency with parents, staff, and students in all matters Improves Instructional Practice to Achieve Equitable Outcomes for Students Is focused on the results of standards-based learning and strives for continuous improvement responsive to students' diverse needs Uses data, evidence, and inquiry to analyze student learning as well as to assess both teacher and leadership practice Gives clear and compelling feedback based on knowledge of staff member goals and practice Uses the ACS instructional framework to observe teacher practice, engage in cycles of inquiry, and plan individual and collective professional development and coaching needs Understands the importance of using data and evidence of student learning and teacher practice to inform feedback to teachers on instruction Supervises reporting of student progress to parents Lead Role-Model and Learner for the School Encourages a positive self-image among staff and students, promot