Job Description

Position: K-12 Principal

Location: 8201 Tristar Drive Irving, TX

Start Date: July 1, 2025

Manara Academy is seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and data-driven Principal to lead our campus toward excellence. We are looking for a strong instructional leader who is passionate about building a positive school culture, improving academic outcomes, and working collaboratively with staff, students, families, and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership to align the campus with the district’s vision and goals
• Improve academic performance outcomes
• Experience as a principal and experience at all academic levels, K-12
• Support English Learner populations
• Foster a strong, collaborative team environment among faculty and staff
• Support academic achievement through data-driven instructional practices
• Promote an inclusive school culture that embraces diversity and equity
• Actively engage with the local community to build relationships and increase student enrollment
• Represent the campus at school, district, and community events
• Be available for evening and weekend events to ensure a strong community presence and involvement
• Manage campus operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with all policies

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Education or related field (required)
• Valid Texas Principal certification (required)
• Prior Experience as a school Principal
• Proven experience as an instructional leader in school turnaround work
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work in and lead a culturally diverse community

Multilingual Preferred: Fluent in English (Required) and (Note Required-Preferred) familiarity or fluent in other languages such as Arabic, Urdu, French, Bangla, Hindi, Pashto, or Punjabi

Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a team player who leads by example
• Demonstrate a deep commitment to student success and staff development
• Actively promote the school and help grow student enrollment
• Build strong relationships with families, staff, and community partners
• Exhibit flexibility, resilience, and strong problem-solving skills
• Be visible, approachable, and available beyond regular school hours

Additional Requirements Upon Hire:

• Service records documenting previous teaching experience
• Official transcripts (must be sent directly from your college or university)
• Explanation of any gaps in employment
• Former employer references

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Candidates are responsible for the cost of the background check (approximately $50).

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