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Duties

As a Principal at The Menta Group, you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction, student’s social/emotional needs, safety, building procedures, and other building needs.
 

Responsibilities

    • Support school-wide initiatives in special education
    • Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
    • Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
    • Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
    • Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order
    • Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
    • Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems

Qualifications

Qualifications

    • PEL with Principal Certification is required
    • PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred, but not required
    • A strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education
    • A strong knowledge of the PBIS model 
    • Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
    • Knowledge of Common Core Standards  
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
    • Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently

Salary/Benefits

School Leadership $75,000 - $108,000

Health Coverage:

  • Medical insurance options through BCBS PPO Network
  • Dental insurance with preventive care coverage
  • Vision insurance with exam and hardware allowances

Financial Security:

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
  • 403 B retirement plan (Employer Match after applicable waiting period)
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) (Eligible after applicable waiting period)

Insurance Protection:

  • Basic Life and AD&D insurance
  • Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Optional: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://menta.com/schools/illinois/menta-academy-galesburg/

Email Address

heather.bakken@menta.com

Job Posting Date

5/20/2025

Start Date

N/A