Principal Pool 2026-2027

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: As a principal in Jefferson Parish Schools, s/he is the instructional leader who manages staff, programs, and facilities in order to provide the education our students deserve to succeed in life and make our world a better place. The principal provides the leadership in the evaluation of the strengths and programmatic needs of the school in relation to district, local, state, and national goals. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: INSTRUCTIONAL LEADER Develops and articulates a shared vision for excellence Establishes measurable academic outcomes for all students Ensures implementation of robust curricula in every classroom Promotes improved teaching practices through the provision of job-embedded professional development Provides actionable feedback to teachers inclusive of follow-up and support. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH LEADER Provides instructional leadership at the school building through the development of: a solid core of certified teachers through recruiting and hiring the best candidates weekly, job-embedded professional development sessions aligned to current teacher and student needs informal and formal observation processes to ensure quality instruction a process to identify and support a teacher-leader pipeline Compensation: JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience. JP Schools also offers a competitive benefits package.