GRCDC Principal Position Posting March 2014
Deadline to Apply: *MAY 2, 2014 NOTE: Deadline Extended
GRCDC School Website
The mission of the GRCDC is to continuously expand the potential of children, the experiences of educators and the involvement of parents within the diverse community of Grand Rapids, MI.
The vision of the GRCDC is to base all decisions on the principles of Reggio-Emilia incorporating current research on learning as well as developmentally appropriate practice.
The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is currently accepting applications for Principal beginning with the 2014-2015 school year. The GRCDC is a K-5 Michigan public school academy, inspired by the Reggio-Emilia Approach to education, and whose charter is authorized by the Grand Rapids Public School District. The GRCDC is an independent district, also known as a stand-alone charter, responsible for its own daily operational and administrative decisions as duties. The Principal of the GRCDC is the lead administrator for the school and the district. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a vibrant and engaged school community, a meaningful voice to influence inivative education reform, and competitive salary and benefits.
Desired Qualifications:
● Master’s degree or higher in an educational field
● Possession of Michigan State Administrative Certificate or evidence of endorsement in process from an approved and accredited program
● Minimum 5 years successful teaching experience
● Evidence of successful leadership in an educational setting
● Knowledge, understanding, and evidence of experience with the Reggio-Emilia Approach
● At least 2 letters of professional recommendation
The Duties include, but are not limited to:
Chief Executive Officer:
● Serves as Chief Executive Officer of the School District (school is its own district).
● Provides leadership and researches and seeks out applicable and alternate sources of funding to ensure sustainability.
● Develops relationships and collaboration with other community organizations.
● Manages all instructional and administrative programs and activities of the Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center .
● Submits reports and data to all state and local entities accurately and on-time.
● Represents and advocates the Reggio approach in the educational and wider community.
● Attends meetings off-site at city, county and state level as necessary.
General Management/HR:
● Supervises all professional and classified staff members.
● Hires and coordinates orientation and training of new staff.
● Assigns workloads, tasks, and work schedules.
● Directs and supervises duties of assigned staff. [e.g. instructing, assigning, reviewing and planning work of others]
● Reviews work of all employees for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to district and state policies.
● Annually evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate, regarding the work and performance of all employees.
● Coordinates and assists in planning, organizing and implementing professional development programs for staff.
● Conducts weekly staff meetings.
● Prepares staff and student handbooks.
● Maintains professional development of self on consistent basis.
Instructional Leadership:
● Increases student achievement on state and local assessments.
● Maintains state and local standards and benchmarks for instruction and learning.
● Ensures compliance with state and regional accreditation standards and regulations.
● Maintains, supports and nurtures the integrity and philosophy of the Reggio approach within the curriculum, culture, and community of the institution.
● Is knowledgeable and aware of current research and development in education.
● Ensures staff is aware and current with developments and innovations in education.
● Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
● Maintains high standards and expectations of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of student.
● Reviews, approves, and exercises supervision over all school sponsored programs, projects, events and publications.
● Creates the school calendar.
● Coordinates key school activities and events.
● Provides leadership and administrative support to families.
All other related duties as required
All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send electronic resume and cover letter to:
Erin Melcher, Principal & Executive Director at melcheri@childdiscoverycenter.org
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Principal Position Posting Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
GRCDC Principal Position Posting March 2014
Deadline to Apply: *MAY 2, 2014 NOTE: Deadline Extended
GRCDC School Website
The mission of the GRCDC is to continuously expand the potential of children, the experiences of educators and the involvement of parents within the diverse community of Grand Rapids, MI.
The vision of the GRCDC is to base all decisions on the principles of Reggio-Emilia incorporating current research on learning as well as developmentally appropriate practice.
The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is currently accepting applications for Principal beginning with the 2014-2015 school year. The GRCDC is a K-5 Michigan public school academy, inspired by the Reggio-Emilia Approach to education, and whose charter is authorized by the Grand Rapids Public School District. The GRCDC is an independent district, also known as a stand-alone charter, responsible for its own daily operational and administrative decisions as duties. The Principal of the GRCDC is the lead administrator for the school and the district. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a vibrant and engaged school community, a meaningful voice to influence inivative education reform, and competitive salary and benefits.
Desired Qualifications:
● Master’s degree or higher in an educational field
● Possession of Michigan State Administrative Certificate or evidence of endorsement in process from an approved and accredited program
● Minimum 5 years successful teaching experience
● Evidence of successful leadership in an educational setting
● Knowledge, understanding, and evidence of experience with the Reggio-Emilia Approach
● At least 2 letters of professional recommendation
The Duties include, but are not limited to:
Chief Executive Officer:
● Serves as Chief Executive Officer of the School District (school is its own district).
● Provides leadership and researches and seeks out applicable and alternate sources of funding to ensure sustainability.
● Develops relationships and collaboration with other community organizations.
● Manages all instructional and administrative programs and activities of the Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center .
● Submits reports and data to all state and local entities accurately and on-time.
● Represents and advocates the Reggio approach in the educational and wider community.
● Attends meetings off-site at city, county and state level as necessary.
General Management/HR:
● Supervises all professional and classified staff members.
● Hires and coordinates orientation and training of new staff.
● Assigns workloads, tasks, and work schedules.
● Directs and supervises duties of assigned staff. [e.g. instructing, assigning, reviewing and planning work of others]
● Reviews work of all employees for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to district and state policies.
● Annually evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate, regarding the work and performance of all employees.
● Coordinates and assists in planning, organizing and implementing professional development programs for staff.
● Conducts weekly staff meetings.
● Prepares staff and student handbooks.
● Maintains professional development of self on consistent basis.
Instructional Leadership:
● Increases student achievement on state and local assessments.
● Maintains state and local standards and benchmarks for instruction and learning.
● Ensures compliance with state and regional accreditation standards and regulations.
● Maintains, supports and nurtures the integrity and philosophy of the Reggio approach within the curriculum, culture, and community of the institution.
● Is knowledgeable and aware of current research and development in education.
● Ensures staff is aware and current with developments and innovations in education.
● Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
● Maintains high standards and expectations of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of student.
● Reviews, approves, and exercises supervision over all school sponsored programs, projects, events and publications.
● Creates the school calendar.
● Coordinates key school activities and events.
● Provides leadership and administrative support to families.
All other related duties as required
All interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to send electronic resume and cover letter to:
Erin Melcher, Principal & Executive Director at melcheri@childdiscoverycenter.org
