An Expeditionary Learning School in Washington, DC
Capital City Public Charter School seeks an outstanding instructional leader to serve as lower school principal beginning in July 2008. Capital City is an award winning PK-8 learning community that values diversity and shared leadership. We serve a student population consisting of 34% African-American, 34% White and 27% Latino students, and over 40% of our students qualify for free/reduced price lunch. In 2007 Capital City had the highest reading and math scores among District charter elementary schools. Capital City implements the Expeditionary Learning model in tandem with the Responsive Classroom social curriculum. Through Expeditionary Learning teachers craft expeditions that incorporate projects, research, fieldwork, and service to support students in meeting rigorous standards. Capital City uses the inclusion model with a school-wide focus on differentiating instruction and supporting students with learning needs. We seek an administrative staff reflective of our student population. African American and Latino candidates are encouraged to apply.
We seek a candidate who demonstrates/possesses the following skills and characteristics:
* A strong belief that all students can achieve at high standards
* A commitment to diversity and experience engaging diverse constituencies
* Experience with and commitment to shared leadership
* Strong knowledge of constructivist teaching methods
* Experience supporting teacher professional growth
* Clear strategies for supporting struggling students and students with special needs
* Thoughtful and intentional strategies for creating and sustaining a school culture that is consistent with Expeditionary Learning and Responsive Classroom principles
* Success in leading goal-oriented school growth and change
* A commitment to his or her own learning and professional growth
* The ability to communicate vision to a range of stakeholders including teachers, students, parents, staff and public
* Strong knowledge of child development that extends from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade
* Excellent communication skills and strategies
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Minimum Requirements
* At least 3 years of successful teaching experience at the elementary and/or middle school level
* A master's degree in education or other related field*
* At least 3 years working with students in an urban setting*
* At least two years of leadership/supervisory experience in a school setting.
* Ability to speak Spanish and a current administrative credential are preferred, but not required.
Capital City Offers:
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Access to excellent professional development
* A collaborative, supportive and friendly learning community
* Supervision and support by the Head of School
To Apply
E-mail resume and letter of intent to principalsearch@ccpcs.org Letters of intent no longer than two pages should outline why you are interested in the position and highlight the skills and experiences that make you an ideal candidate to serve as Capital City's Lower School principal.
Deadline: February 28, 2008