Middle School Principal

About the Team ACCEL Schools is seeking experienced and highly motivated Principal at Cornerstone Academy in Westerville, Ohio dedicated to providing a superior education for all students. We are seeking leaders who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement. The Principal serves as the instructional and administrative leader of the ACCEL Schools campus – responsible for the development, implementation and achievement of the school’s academic vision, student advancement and daily operations. The Principal will ensure successful academic outcomes for all students while employing long-term instructional sustainability measures involving professional development, teacher quality assessment, curriculum and pedagogical advancement. Be part of the difference at Cornerstone Academy! The award-winning, top-performing charter school serves Northeast Columbus communities with a well-rounded, college-prep education. Offering a full K-12th grade educational experience, Cornerstone’s program emphasizes art, music and STEM. Known for its nurturing teachers and staff, the school has a wide range of specialty classes, clubs, sports and activities. Cornerstone Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014. The Principal shall be responsible for: Instructional Leadership • Leading the strategic instructional design and practice, including: implementing an integrated curriculum; directing instructional coaching and evaluation; systematic use of assessment data to guide instruction; and, maximizing impact of the blended learning model (where available). • Develop, implement and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes (teaching and learning) on a frequent and structured basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on the best practices for student learning and development. • Delivering consistently high levels of achievement and learning for all students through rigorous and engaging programs and classroom instruction. • Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and school culture as well as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals. • Facilitate the implementation of a standards-based curriculum, review lesson plans weekly, and conduct frequent walk-throughs/teacher debriefs. • Assume responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing. • Serve as the instructional leader in the building by facilitating a growth-focused professional environment. • Develop and/or modify the school’s cultural programming and school-wide PBIS process with an emphasis on appropriate class conduct and behavior. • Work with staff to plan and coordinate teacher-based teams, staff in-service days, data days, etc. • Develop and implement consistent professional development for teachers, ensuring regular instructional training is consistent with the latest research-based methodologies. • Implement behavior management practices that ensure consistent norms of orderly, respectful behavior, motivating students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcement. • Facilitate and direct the Charter School’s Special Education program and ensure program participants are achieving at high levels. • Coordinate all phases of summer educational opportunities and before/after school programs as applicable. Team Leadership • Establish a strong school community culture by maintaining positive, cooperative and mutually supportive relationships with faculty, staff, parents, students, and al