Job Overview

The HRTD Principal Leadership Coach provides onboarding support and ongoing mentorship to all new and existing principals, at all levels throughout the division. This position will provide support, coaching and professional development on leadership development, performance management, change management, organizational development, and feedback and assessment. 

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate. 

• Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions with senior leaders, focusing on professional development, leadership skills, and personal growth.
• Develop customized coaching plans that address the unique needs and goals of each leader.
• Provide a confidential and supportive environment to discuss sensitive and complex issues.
• Assist leaders in identifying and leveraging their strengths, addressing areas for improvement, and achieving their professional goals.
• Facilitate the development of critical leadership competencies and behaviors aligned with the job specific performance evaluation standards.
• Support leaders in developing strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Assist leaders with enhancement of their performance management skills, including goal setting, feedback, and team development.
• Guide leaders in improving communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution within their teams.
• Support leaders in managing organizational change and driving culture and climate transformation.
• Provide coaching on navigating complex organizational dynamics and stakeholder relationships.
• Utilize assessment tools and feedback mechanisms to provide leaders with insights into their leadership styles and impact.
• Assist leaders in interpreting and acting on feedback from 360-degree assessments, performance reviews, and other sources.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

     Education

     Master’s degree in education from an accredited university or college 

     Experience

     10 years experience as a school based leader and/or leadership coach

     Licenses and Certifications

     Virginia Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in PK-12 administration  and supervision preferred

     Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of state and federal statutes, regulations, and rules relating to instruction, curriculum, student learning and ability to advise interested parties of the provisions of the laws 
• Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines 
• Possesses strong organizational skills and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds 
• Demonstrate the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with administrators, students, parents, staff, and public 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and materials
• Knowledge of the principles, methods and best practices of professional learning facilitation
• Knowledge of adult learning theory

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to: Director, Talent Development

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Months/Days/Hours: as needed

Salary Range: $85.73 hourly