Why Fowlerville Community Schools?

Fowlerville Community Schools is a public school district that serves over 2,500 students in grades PK-12. The district is committed to providing a quality educational experience for all students in a safe, orderly, healthy, and nurturing environment. Located in the Village of Fowlerville in Livingston County, one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan, Fowlerville is a historic, charming, and growing community that offers a variety of amenities and attractions for residents and visitors alike.

In November 2021, district voters approved a significant $41.9 million bond proposal. This bond will bring numerous improvements to the district, including essential updates to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system at Fowlerville High School. The HVAC updates will ensure air conditioning for instructional spaces, creating an optimal learning environment for both students and staff.

Additionally, with the help of state grants, a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) courtyard will be added to the high school over the next two years. This exciting development includes a new FFA barn, FFA hoop house, and an outdoor student gathering space, offering innovative opportunities for hands-on learning and community engagement.

Moreover, the 2021 bond will fund the construction of a new K-2 building, set to open during the 2024-2025 school year. This 72,000 square-foot elementary school, estimated to cost $29 million, will feature 24 classrooms, along with rooms for special education, art, science, and music, and intervention spaces for individualized instruction. The facility will also include a gymnasium, cafeteria, media center, and office space.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative school district in a vibrant and friendly community, consider applying for the Fowlerville High School and Fowlerville Online Learning Academy principal position at Fowlerville Community Schools. You will be part of a team that strives to make a positive difference in the lives of students and families every day.

Job Description Overview:

Fowlerville Community Schools is seeking an energetic, highly effective, and passionate Fowlerville High School and Fowlerville Online Learning Academy principal who is responsible for the leadership, coordination, supervision, and management of the school program and operations. Under the direct supervision of the Superintendent, the Fowlerville High School and Fowlerville Online Learning Academy Principal will provide leadership with an understanding of best practices to ensure student achievement. This role demands a creative and critical thinker who can effectively lead the decision-making process through the collaboration of staff, students, and community. The principal ensures a safe and effective educational atmosphere while fostering a culture of respect and collaboration, aiming for high-quality instruction in a supportive environment.

Qualifications:

At least five (5) years of experience in Public School Administration and/or previous
Educational Administrative experience.
High-energy, well-organized, creative thinker, and a flexible team player with excellent administrative and leadership skills.
Strong background in proven pedagogical practice and online learning.
Demonstrated skills as a focused instructional leader with excellent communication skills.
Knowledge and belief in instructional best practices that meet the developmental and special needs of all students.
Demonstrated leadership ability in past educational assignments.
Demonstrated ability to work with the entire school community (e.g. parents, students, teachers, administration, business and community groups).
Proven ability to evaluate performance of teachers, programs and support staff.
Excellent work ethic, human relations and conflict resolution skills.

Preferred Qualification:

Successful experience as a principal or experienced educational leader at the building or district level.
Knowledge and experience with iReady and Capturing Kids’ Hearts.
Proven leadership in initiating and implementing changes in the areas of curriculum, technology, and differentiated instruction.
Evidence of active participation and leadership in district-level professional development and conferences/memberships.

Responsibilities:

Oversight of Fowlerville Online Learning Academy, including pupil accounting, student enrollment, and retention.
Model an impeccable work ethic and desire to serve the Fowlerville Community School
District’s staff, students, parents, and community.
Build meaningful and supportive relationships with staff, students, parents, and community members to meet the specific needs of children and the school community.
Provide instructional leadership and supervision, including staff development and school improvement.
Manage and prepare the school budget; align and monitor school resources with goals and priorities.
Foster collegiality and team building among staff; provide leadership and supervision for a comprehensive program of student activities.
Evaluate and supervise instructional and support staff using established procedures and tools.
Mentor all newly hired staff and support their professional growth.
Interpret and implement Board Policy, and bargaining agreements, to inform and appropriately problem-solve at the building level.
Lead professional development within the building and support district-level professional development.
Set high expectations for teacher performance, using student achievement data, resources, and research-based instructional strategies to improve academic achievement.
Actively participate in and communicate to staff all district expectations, initiatives, goals, and common practices.
Organize, communicate, and align school activities that promote school spirit and enhance the learning community.
Prepare reports, maintain records, and manage all required paperwork appropriate to a principal’s role.
Responsible for attending to student discipline and the health, safety, and welfare of students and staff; exercise decisive leadership in crisis situations.
Effectively communicate the school’s progress, celebrations, and challenges with Central Office.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or designee.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be physically present, regularly required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust, focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen and small numbers.

Location: Fowlerville High School and Fowlerville Online Learning Academy
Reports to: Superintendent
Contract Year: 230 days
Salary Range: $110,000 to $130,000
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance, Sick, Bereavement, and Personal Days

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
Fowlerville Community Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities. Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to: Director of Human Resources, Trisha Reed, Fowlerville Community Schools, 7677 Sharpe Road, Suite A, Fowlerville, MI 48836, (517) 223-6018.

High School Principal