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Gratts Primary Center Principal

Para Los Ninos
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Position Overview 
Under the general supervision of the Managing Director, Charter Schools, the Principal serves as the instructional leader of PLN Evelyn Thurman Gratts Primary Center (with a typical enrollment of approximately 160 students) by instilling a culture of growth, achievement, support and holistic success for all students and staff in partnership with teachers, staff, students, families, other school stakeholders and the entire PLN organization.  The principal guides programming leading to a culture that fosters academic success and social emotional wellness for all students.  This includes hiring, supervising and evaluating staff and providing leadership in the areas of personnel, curriculum development, instruction, assessment, student programs, budgets and contracts.  Responsibilities also include school safety, student attendance, and student discipline and community relations.   

Duties 
Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment 
  • Builds a school learning community with a relentless focus on the goal of improving academic and social emotional wellness outcomes for all students.  
  • Serves as instructional leader, developing school-based direction and goals in alignment with needs of middle school students, staff and stakeholders that are consistent with PLN Charter Schools’ approach.  
  • Manages site-based ELPAC and Testing Coordinators to ensure accountability with state and federal testing programs.   
  • Leads, in partnership with other PLN Education Team members, the ongoing development and evaluation of the PLN Charter Schools’ instructional program.  
  • Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment to ensure high-quality implementation of all PLN Charter School goals. 

Charter School Operations 
  • Ensures compliance with local, federal and state statutes as they apply to the charter.  
  • Establishes and maintains partnerships with local schools and relevant service providers.  
  • Actively collaborates with other areas of the PLN organization (Early Education, Mental Health, Youth Workforce Services, etc.) to support the academic and social emotional wellness outcomes for all students.  
  • Promotes and represents school at various fundraising events, conferences, symposiums, and other community meetings or events aimed at promoting or developing PLN and its schools (i.e., teacher and/or student recruitment).   
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.  

Strategic Planning 
  • Plans, evaluates and recommends school-wide programs, policies, goals and objectives.  
  • Develops and manages school resources and budget; including implementation of categorically funded programs.  
  • Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus.  
  • Promotes a positive nurturing environment for students, staff, parents, and community members.  
  • Carries out mission, vision and values established by the Vice President of Student Success, President/CEO and Board of Directors of PLN. 

Supervision and Evaluation 
  • Leverage PLN Charter Schools’ observation and coaching framework to observe classroom environments and coach teachers for improvement in instruction and classroom management.  
  • Directs, supervises and evaluates school personnel.  
  • Leads the planning, development, and implementation of effective professional learning opportunities for all staff. 

Qualifications and Experience Requirements 
  • At least four years of successful elementary, middle or junior high school teaching experience, including the completion of an administrative training program. 
  •  At least one year of successful experience in a non-classroom leadership position such as coordinator, instructional coach, or similar positions.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish (Strongly Preferred).

Education and Certification Requirements 
  • A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in educational administration, instructional technology, or a closely related field California administrative services credential.
  • Current certification in CPR/First Aid

Other Requirements  
  • Must have reliable transportation and State required automobile insurance coverage and valid Class C California driver’s license (mileage to be reimbursed)  

COVID-19 Vaccine required for all employees   
Must have all required vaccinations, including influenza and Covid-19. 

Physical Requirements 
To perform this job the individual must be able to carry out all essential functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.   
  • Approximately 50% of time is spent sitting, while frequently required to walk, stand and bend. 
  • Must be able to speak and hear well.  
  • Good vision is imperative.  
  • Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  
  • Employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance 
 
Expectations for All Para Los Niños Staff  
Candidates for employment at a Para Los Niños, regardless of position, will consistently demonstrate the following: 
  • Unwavering belief in and commitment to fulfill the mission of Para Los Niños. 
  • Deep commitment to the success of all PLN students and families 
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards -- for self, students, and colleagues. 
  • Continuous learning by engaging in reflection, self-assessment, and individual professional development. 
  • Use of data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement. 
  • Ability to thrive as a member of a collaborative team. 
  • Self-motivation and initiative with solutions-oriented disposition. 
  • Belief in and ability to develop respectful relationship with parents and children marked by sensitivity to the students’ cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to effectively handle challenging situations 
  • Comfort with basic Microsoft Office applications and a curiosity and propensity to push own adoption of new technology and approaches. 
  • Regular, punctual attendance and professional appearance. 

Para Los Niños is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 
It is the established policy of Para Los Niños (PLN) to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without discrimination with regard to race, religious belief (including dress or grooming practices), color, sex, sex stereotype, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including breast feeding), age, national origin (including possessing a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code § 12801.9), ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, family care, marital status, enrollment in any public assistance program, status as military, a veteran or qualified disabled veteran, status as an unpaid intern or volunteer, or any other classification protected by law. PLN also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.