P2-G12 Principal

The Principal will create a unified culture across age groups, ensure academic quality, and foster an

inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environment for students and education faculty. Through building a

Thriving Community, the Principal will be a learning leader, mentor, and coach for educational faculty, supporting

their growth as professionals. The Principal will be responsible for students' social, emotional, and academic

learning, in partnership with their families. The Principal will be supported in this work by other members of the

Pan American Leadership T eam, including: Assistant Principals, Deans of Students, Director of Brazilian Programs,

Director of Learning & T eaching, and the Superintendent.

Build a Thriving Community at Pan American

• Utilize active listening skills, presume positive intention, and promote an environment where everyone feels safe and included

• Promote honest and kind conversations where everyone demonstrates their best

• Build a positive school culture and community that understands and shares “the why”

• Role model the attributes of the IB Learner Profile

Professional Development and Faculty Support

• Recruit, support, mentor, and retain faculty by providing timely and actionable feedback as well as appropriate professional development

• Provide faculty with support, guidance, and coaching while identifying opportunities for faculty growth and professional learning

• Routinely visit classrooms and partner with faculty to model research-based best practices

• Ensure a high standard of instruction with appropriate strategies that meet the varying needs of students

• Guide staff in implementing evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives

• Foster a collaborative professional environment, encouraging faculty to share resources, ideas, and support across grade levels

• Support incoming faculty as well as those new to the grade level or position

Student Growth and Development

• Foster a positive school culture that supports academic, social, and emotional well-being while promoting initiatives for student growth

• Lead and manage the school-wide student experience through supervision of Deans and Assistant Principals

• Oversee the design and implementation of action plans aligned to accreditation and IB re-authorization reports and recommendations

• Implement school improvement strategies that enhance and align student learning and school culture with collaboration from faculty and the community

• Oversee the curriculum and use of student data and assessment. Ensure that programs are developmentally appropriate and aligned, focused on inquiry and student-centered learning, with continuity and progression in student learning

• Ensure students are receiving the supports they need regarding appropriate challenge, additional academic and language support, and social or emotional support

• Implement and monitor assessment data to track student progress and ensure alignment with educational standards and goals

Community Engagement and Operational Management

• Promote transparent, open, and diplomatic communication with students, faculty, and the community

• Maintain an inclusive school culture to foster a sense of belonging among all stakeholders

• Establish and maintain master schedules, professional learning, events, and activities

• Effectively manage the school’s budget and resources to effectively meet the needs of students and faculty

• Ensure compliance with educational laws, regulations, and policies, including the Code of Conduct and the Child and Adolescent Protection Handbook

• Bachelor’s Degree in education with Master’s Degree in education (preferred)

• Certification as an Educator/Principal and at least three years of recent experience as a Principal or educational leader

• Recent, continual, and effective professional learning in educational leadership and relationship building

• Experience with dignity, inclusion, and belonging efforts to ensure all feel included in the Pan American community

Strong organizational, leadership, management, and interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written communication in English with different groups

Conceptual thinking and strategic planning skills

Hard worker who possesses flexible thinking and a growth-mindset

Work Visa Provided.