DCVPA Principal

The DCVPA Principal serves as the leader of the school, overseeing the development and implementation of policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets to promote the educational growth of each student and the professional development of each staff member.

• Chief Administrator for Operations: Building Management, Budget, Decision Making, and Personnel Management
• Oversight of Student Performance, Growth, Data, Evaluations, and Disciplinary Actions
• Provide Feedback, Observations, and Work with Students Directly, Lead Planning/Curriculum/Assessment, School Meetings, Walkthroughs, and Office Work Prep
• Create Professional Development Opportunities and Establish Goals that Support the Vision and Mission of the School and the University
• Form Strategic Partnerships to Enhance the School's Work and Garner Additional Resources for Schools

• Master's Degree from an Accredited College or University
• Completion of a Program that Meets the Public School Administration Program Approval Standards Set by the State Board of Education
• Minimum of 3 Years of Experience as a Principal
• Minimum of 5 Years of Classroom Teaching Experience, Including at Least 2 Years as an Assistant Principal or Comparable Experience in Leading Adults

• Doctorate Degree
• 5 or More Years of Experience in a Similar Role
• Experience Working in a Title I School
• Evidence of Transformational Outcomes in Teaching and Learning at a Previous School
• Extensive Training in Discipline, Restorative Practice, Exceptional Children's Services, Multi-Tiered System of Supports, Budget, Planning, Evaluation System, Crisis Management
• Demonstrate Strong Knowledge in General Education Subjects with a Specific Focus on Foundational Literacy and Math
• Ability to Co-Lead, Plan, and Work Collaboratively with Candidate/Student Teachers and Principal Interns

• Valid Professional Educator License in the State of North Carolina