Principal At Hope Learning Center

Principal at Hope Learning Center

Maize USD 266 • www.usd266.com

Maize USD 266 is seeking an experienced administrator to lead Hope Learning Center. Hope Learning Center (HLC), a special day school located in Mt. Hope, hosts three programs. They include: Transitional Skills Program (TransNet), Therapeutic Social/Emotional Day School Program, and Interim Alternative Education Setting (IAES).

This Principal serves as the primary administrator and instructional leader of a special education attendance center; establishing and maintaining educational programs in compliance with District objectives; directing the operations of the school site; establishing and maintaining a positive school climate for the learning, behavior, safety, health, and welfare of students and personnel. This is a 12-month position.

Please apply here.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Masters degree from an accredited university and active building leadership license

Special Knowledge/Skills: School and building operations, curriculum and instruction, budgeting, personnel management, implementation of policies and procedures, data interpretation, verbal and written communication, special education

Experience: At least 2 years of building leadership experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide oversight of a diverse community of special education students in compliance with state and federal law, Board of Education policy, administrative regulations, and consent decrees.

• Participate in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings for attending students alongside the LEA representative; verify the meetings are conducted annually and the necessary records and legally required documents are completed and processed.

• Counsel students, recommend, and implement student intervention and/or disciplinary actions in accordance with District policy and procedures.

• Plan and coordinate extra-curricular activities for students, including interaction with students at general education sites.

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and ongoing monitoring of special education programs and related services during regular and/or extended school year sessions to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and local district policies and procedures.

• Analyze data to establish appropriate goals and objectives in context of improving academic achievement and social-emotional growth for students.

• Promote use of research-based interventions, strategies, and instruction.

• Supervise, evaluate, recruit, and interview for employment of special education teachers, related service staff, and classified staff as applicable.

• Assist with the planning, organization, and presentation of professional development for licensed and classified staff to directly enhance performance and improve student learning.

• Monitor the operation of the facility and coordinate efforts surrounding the maintenance of the school site to meet the needs of the school population.

• Monitor the operation of the school cafeteria; collaborate with designated school personnel regarding the provision of food service.

• In conjunction with the district of residence, provide the necessary oversight to ensure the safe and appropriate transportation of students to and from school, work sites, and/or extracurricular activities.

• Encourage and initiate collaboration with various school and community agencies to help meet the needs of students with special needs.

• Provide parents with information concerning the special needs of the students, special education law, and conflict resolution.

• Develop and maintain an inventory control system for special education materials and equipment.

• Develop and maintain a system for evaluating, selecting, and maintaining the equipment, supplies, and materials necessary for the delivery of special education services.

• Prepare the school budgets and maintain control over budgetary allocations.

• Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Maintain confidentiality as appropriate in order to comply with district, state and federal laws.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and phone, two-way radio, 10 passenger van and/or 14 passenger minibus

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing

Motion: Repetitive hand motion, some walking, occasional reaching, carrying, stooping, and kneeling

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds

Environment: Prolonged and irregular hours, primarily indoors with some outdoor activities, may be noisy

Mental Demands: Maintain focus, decision making, remain composed under pressure

The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury.

Benefits Information

Benefits information can be found here: https://www.thekbsway.com/maize-benefits

Salary Information

Salary based and education and experience. Minimum is $96,000

Employer Information

The Maize School District is located primarily in the rapidly growing areas of the city of Maize and northwest Wichita, Kansas. Noted for its innovation, the Maize school district also provides a personal and caring atmosphere for award-winning students and employees. The school system, which houses about 8,000 students in fourteen buildings, is a premiere public school district in Kansas.

Since 2015, the district has built and opened its Maize Performing Arts & Aquatics Center, Maize Intermediate School, Maize South Intermediate School, and Maize Early Childhood Center. In 2023, it launched its Lead Forward strategic plan, with goals to nurture a cohesive culture, attract expert educators, elevate student learning, and build for the future. The district also has expanded its Department of Health, Safety, and Prevention and its school resource officer program.

Maize USD 266 is known for outstanding academic, fine arts, and athletic programs. The district is dedicated to the development of each child and to our mission to Connect, Learn, and Lead. This commitment is on display daily as employees work to grow and develop individuals of outstanding character who also possess the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world.

The district offers a base salary of $46,050 or based on experience/credentials and contributes $380 per month toward district provided health insurance.

Details regarding health benefits can be found at:

https://online.flippingbook.com/view/834292945/2/

Maize has a lot to offer teachers! All new teachers are matched with a qualified mentor, and both the mentor and mentee are supported by our team of Student Support Specialists and Instructional Coaches. New teachers also participate in eight half-day professional development opportunities throughout the school year.

Our teachers are encouraged to continue to learn and grow. We offer a professional learning series that qualifies for college credits. Tuition reimbursement is also a great perk!