Principal - Tindley Genesis Academy

Position Overview

The Principal serves as the instructional and operational leader of the school, responsible for ensuring a safe, high-performing learning environment aligned with the mission of Tindley Accelerated Schools. This role requires strong leadership in academics, staff management, school culture, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and promote high academic standards and expectations for all scholars and staff
• Oversee and evaluate instructional programs, lesson plans, and classroom delivery
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide feedback to improve teaching effectiveness
• Ensure curriculum alignment with network goals and student achievement outcomes
• Use data to drive instructional decisions and improve scholar performance
• Manage daily school operations including scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation
• Develop and maintain the master schedule to support effective instruction
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and network policies
• Oversee school facilities to maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment
• Implement and monitor emergency procedures and safety protocols
• Supervise, evaluate, and support all school staff
• Foster a collaborative and accountable professional culture
• Lead regular staff meetings and professional development initiatives
• Identify performance gaps and address personnel concerns as needed
• Create a safe, structured, and positive school environment
• Establish and enforce discipline systems and behavior expectations
• Maintain visibility and engagement with scholars, staff, and families
• Promote a culture aligned with Tindley’s mission and values
• Build strong relationships with parents and the community
• Communicate regularly with families to support student success
• Engage stakeholders in school improvement efforts
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and attendance data
• Oversee inventory of school supplies, materials, and equipment
• Ensure proper supervision of students during all school activities
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education or related field required
• Valid School Administrator License required
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience
• Minimum of 2 years administrative or leadership experience preferred

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Strong instructional leadership and data-driven decision-making
• Excellent communication (written and verbal)
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to equity and student success in an urban education setting

Job Benefits

• Bundled Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Tindley Paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Access to additional group term life insurance
• Tindley paid Critical Illness, Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans
• Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Access to Voluntary Critical Illness, Short Term Disability, Cancer, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Access to the Indiana’s Teacher or Public Retirement System (Pension Plan)
• Professional Enrichment Program
• Student Loan Forgiveness