Assistant Principal Special Education

Job Description

As an Assistant Principal at The Menta Education Group, you will support school-wide initiatives that focus on teacher development, implementation of PBIS, and Common Core Standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead administrator with school leadership and direction

• Support school-wide initiatives in special education

• Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment

• Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision

• Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning

• Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order

• Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement

• Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems

Qualifications

• Required: Illinois PEL Special Education Teacher Certification (LBS1)

• Preferred, but not required: Illinois PEL with Principal Certification K-12 or General Administrative Certification or a strong desire to obtain certification

• Leadership experience

• A strong knowledge of the PBIS model

• Knowledge of Common Core Standards

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans

• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay

• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits

• 403(b) Investment Options

Menta Academy Northwest

At Menta Academy Northwest we are dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready. Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. At Menta Academy Northwest we work with each student and family to ensure that each student has a mindset that is ready to learn and grow. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis. Social Emotional learning supports are in place to aid and teach students coping skills, self regulation and restorative practices. These strategies are aimed at helping them succeed both academically and in their social relationships.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.