Alternative Education Program: Principal

1. Pennsylvania Principal K-12 Certification required
2. Evidence of strong leadership skills
3. At least 3 years of administrative experience preferred
4. Experience working with at-risk and /or marginalized youth
5. Knowledge of AEDY policies and procedures
6. Foundational and working knowledge of restorative practices in schools and communities
7. Knowledge of trauma-informed and trauma-responsive practices
8. Knowledge and understanding of social justice theory and the victim cycle of community violence and it relates to students, staff, families and the community.
9. Excellent communication and organizations skills
10. Knowledge of special education law
11. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work under pressure
12. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible
13. Ability and experience working as a member of a team
14. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Classroom, PowerSchool, Schoology, Teams, Zoom and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies

Additional Requirements:

1. Current Act 114, Act 34 and Act 151 required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340 (8/2011)) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.
2. Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.
3. Specific vision includes peripheral vision and close vision.
4. Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the principal. 

Reports To:     Program Director

Department:    Early Childhood Family and Community Services (ECFCS)

Position Schedule: 260 days

Salary:  Grade 17

Benefits:  Per Act 93 Benefit Guide

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, PA Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.