School Principal

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: School Principal 

Pay: $76,000 - $85,000

Location: Amherst, NY

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 37.5 hrs./week

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Why Work With Us?

• Up to 42 days of paid time off 


• 14–16 paid holidays annually


• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)


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  401K with up to 4% employer match

  
  


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  Life and long-term disability insurance

  
  

Your Impact as a School Principal 

The Principal of Summit Academy Creekside is responsible for supervision of the day-to-day administrative functions of the school and works closely with the Superintendent, director of curriculum, instruction and training, and clinical coordinator of behavior support to ensure that staff are performing according to established standards. They are acting administrator of the Creekside Academy building. Their primary duties are related to the selection and assignment of professionals and support staff in academy classrooms, the placement of students in classrooms, and the development and monitoring of systems required for the general functioning of the school.

1. Staff Development and Support

• Oversee staff training and development initiatives at the building level.


• Assess and address staff support needs by developing initiatives to improve morale, employee engagement, and appreciation, in conjunction with other building leaders


• Ensure the timely completion of performance evaluations.


• Supervise all direct care staff including teachers, TAs/CAs, behavior support consultants, technicians, etc.


• Supervise activities of educational coordinator and supervising clinician


• Oversee the teacher mentor program, providing coaching and support when needed.


• Support the nursing department at the building level.


• Conduct formal teacher, TA/CA observations to ensure standards are followed.


• Conduct observations of behavior support staff in conjunction with supervising clinicians.

2. Student Support and Curriculum Management

• Oversee the activities of the educational coordinator and supervising clinician to ensure modeling, coaching, and support is provided to ensure that classroom and behavior standards are implemented


• Monitor student progress in relation to their IEP goals through progress report process; work with educational coordinator and teams when lack of progress occurs


• Ensure the quality of reports and reevaluations, providing training as needed.


• Oversee the annual NYSAA and state testing processes


• Ensure student programming meeting structure is being followed.

3. Parent and Community Engagement

• Foster parent engagement and inclusion in school activities.


• Utilize established communication platforms and strategies with families.


• Address parental concerns at the building level


• Support parent observations as needed and conduct school tours for parents and district representatives.


• Attend and participate in parent meetings as needed.

4. Safety and Crisis Management

• Coordinate building-level Emergency Response Team (ERT) activities.


• Must adhere to the Emergency Preparedness Manual guidance.


• Conduct and lead monthly Emergency Preparedness Subcommittee meetings


• Monitor safety protocols and collaborate with the facilities department to manage evacuation and lockdown drills, etc.


• Manage crisis situations in conjunction with other building leaders


• Investigate incidents with support from Superintendent, HR, and QA as needed.

5. Operational Management

• Develop and manage building-level schedules, including team meetings, playground, gym, cafeteria, faculty, and department meetings.


• Oversee the building-level budget.


• Ensure smooth operations of bussing and transportation services.


• Ensure compliance with Individualized Education Program (IEP) mandates and staff familiarity with IEPs.


• Manage the building-level report card process.


• Approve field trips, ensuring they align with the budget and established processes.


• Assist with admissions and discharge processes.

6. Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure safe staffing levels, manage time and attendance and collaborate with HR to interview and hire.


• Ensure Academy policies and procedures are being followed.


• Ensure effective communication with districts at the building level. · Administer warnings, terminations, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) in conjunction with APs and Human Resources.


• Lead the annual review process and associated training efforts.


• Develop class lists in collaboration with the superintendent and building leadership team.


• Analyze data related to team performance and injuries and develop actionable plans.

7. Event Coordination

• Organize and oversee special events at the building level

8. Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Facilitate building level strategic planning with the leadership team.


• Lead faculty and building-level meetings to ensure effective communication and planning.

9. Code of Ethics

• Adheres to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect.


• Adheres to The Academy policies, and Summit Center employment policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook including, but not limited to dress code, attendance and punctuality, and Paid Time Off.


• Perform any other duties as requested by your supervisor.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Education, Special Education, Psychology or related field


• Minimum of five years administrative experience, preferably in an education setting


• Direct clinical experience with children and/or adults with developmental disabilities preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: School Administrator/Supervisor or School Building Leader Certificate required 

At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.

Apply now to become a #DifferenceMaker!