NCS Job Descriptions

Job Performance Description: Principal

The Neighborhood Charter School (NCS) was conceived and planned by a group of concerned parents, community members, and educators that believe in public education and are confident that a well-designed and well-managed charter school will allow children from diverse communities such as ours to
flourish. NCS is unique in that we:
* Base our curricula on a "constructivist" educational philosophy. Constructivism honors children by acknowledging that they learn best by interacting with materials and people rather than through the passive
transfer of information from books or teachers.
* Involve the entire community in the education of our children. More than just parents matter; our school is the responsibility of all community members and all interested members will be welcome participants in the
education process.
* Have a dynamic partnership with Zoo Atlanta. Zoo Atlanta is one of Atlanta's in-town treasures. We developed a unique partnership with the zoo and collaborated with their renowned educational department to develop curricula for NCS that integrates conservation and environmental themes.

The Principal of the Neighborhood Charter School will provide leadership expertise to the school and it's community. The Principal will manage the daily operations and personnel, including volunteers, involved in the operations of the school. The Principal will work closely with the Board of Directors, reporting regularly to the Board on the progress of the school and implementing Board policy and decisions. Responsibilities include: communication and relationship building with staff, families and Board; management of daily operations and personnel; leadership in the articulation and implementation of the vision and mission of NCS; management of the annual budget; management of the school building and grounds; leadership of
curriculum and educational program; maintenance of Charter contract requirements and compliance.

Qualifications:
Successful experience as School Principal. Knowledge of and support for the Constructivist approach to education. Proven excellence in communication skills. Experience working with a Board of Directors. Knowledge of budgeting and financial planning. A visionary, problem solver and community advocate.