Izzadeen Academy Islamic School, located in Kissimmee, Florida offers K-12 grades with a current enrollment of ~100 students. Well-qualified faculty with several years of teaching experience and graduate degrees are responsible for teaching its core curriculum. IA student body consists of well-disciplined students supported by an equally committed parent body with an aspiration of their children gaining both Islamic and Secular education at the highest academic level. Review of applications will start on Oct 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Send a current resume, with a cover letter containing a statement of educational, teaching, and leadership philosophy that includes the candidate’s vision for the future of IA
Principal Duties:
· Assist in the hiring process and orientation for staff.
· Provide annual performance evaluations for all staff.
· Develop and implement policies and procedures for everyday operations, and ensure fire, health, and other inspections are met.
· Coordinate the annual licensing of the school if needed.
· Maintain documents and record keeping in accordance with laws and best practices.
· Work closely with the school board to ensure school strategy is clearly defined and effectively implemented.
· Maintain open, consistent, and effective communication with the school board and parents.
· Perform other functions that may be assigned by the school board.
Professional Growth and Development:
· Continue learning and developing skills and knowledge that are relevant to the responsibilities in leading the school. Oversee the training and professional development of all staff.
· Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
· Represent the school in a professional, courteous, and positive manner.
· Promote a positive, caring climate for staff, students, and parents.
· Perform all duties as assigned by the school board.
· Promote and implement Islamic values in the school.
Qualifications:
· Master’s degree, teaching certification, principal/educational management qualification.
· Teaching experience for a minimum of 5 years
· At least 5 years of school management/leadership in a similar setting
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, educational leader, strategic planner, knowledge of child protection, health, and safety,
· Experience in developing and/or sustaining high-performance teams, and highly effective relationship management with a variety of stakeholders.
· Budgeting and Financial Analysis preferred.
· Strong Islamic values and knowledge to implement in the school.
· Ability to build community through compassion, collaboration, and inspiration.
