Principal

✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth!  Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Principal at The Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, Arkansas✨

AJATC is a secure residential program for at-risk male and female youth, located on 110 acres just outside of Little Rock, AR. Through our trained programming for staff, AJATC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school and library, vocational training program, chapel, gymnasium, medical and an outdoor recreation area. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay: $90,000/annually; can increase with education and experience

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: As the Principal, you will serve as the educational leader and a core member of the Management team, overseeing development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all academic and vocational programs. You will guide a team of educators, resource staff, and vocational instructors to ensure that every student receives a high-quality, individualized education that meets state standards and supports their long-term success.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for supervising daily operations within the Education Department, including scheduling, curriculum development, staff evaluations, and compliance with state education agencies and licensing requirements. You will work closely with the Program Director to manage budgets, staffing, and departmental goals, while also maintaining collaborative relationships with community partners, regulatory bodies, and placement agencies.

As Principal, you will play a vital role in shaping the academic culture of the program – mentoring staff, enhancing technology use, supporting graduation ceremonies, and ensuring a safe, respectful learning environment for all students. You will act as a liaison between education and other departments, ensuring our students are academically equipped and empowered to re-enter their communities with confidence.

To be considered you should: Possess a Master’s degree in a Special Education, School Administration, or similar ~ current credential in School Administration is required ~ Minimum of two years of school administration experience ~ Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience is required ~ Knowledge of educational resource programs is preferred ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry ~ meet the requirements to be an eligible driver, including having an active Driver’s License

Schedule:  Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM; hours may vary based on need.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Principal, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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