Secondary School Principal

Connections Academy

Secondary Principal managing a team of educators at Indiana Connections Academy. Responsible for virtual education operations and ensuring student academic success in Indiana.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the implementation of the proven Connections Academy curriculum and school operation protocols;
Ensure the academic success of all students by utilizing all levels of academic support available and by maintaining a high level of communication with parents to deliver program information and address individual student needs;
Ensure that teachers exhibit and maintain a high level of professionalism, instructional support and customer service;
Manage relationships with the Indiana Department of Education, stay current on the state’s policies, procedures and legislation, including specific count day and audit procedures, etc., and accurately submit all required reports and paperwork in a timely manner;
Increase school accountability metrics according to state and Federal requirements;
Work with the school’s K12 Administrators and staff to create, implement, manage, and monitor the School Improvement Plan;
Partner with Pearson Virtual Schools to coordinate marketing, enrollment, curriculum, human resources, and training resources;
Assist teaching staff with implementing any program changes and/or new software application introductions;
Understand and support efficiencies in the school budget;
Exhibit high-quality communication with all Connections Academy school staff, students, and families;
Handle student problems escalated by parents and teachers;
Support and guide the implementation and coordination of the state standardized testing process, and ensure high student participation rates;
Provide assistance to families in need of additional support to encourage a high level of participation;
Participate in student recruitment efforts, including presentations, Q & A sessions, and responding to the press;
Support a robust “school community” through a state-wide program of in-person field trips, student events (ie Prom) and Graduation;
Recruit, supervise, and evaluate all school staff as required by the state;
Serve as a member of the Connections Academy team to develop and evolve best practices for K-12 virtual education; and
All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Administration license required
Minimum of 5 years of education experience and some administrative or management experience
Strong leadership qualities and a commitment to goal-directed management and accountability
An interest in advancing educational delivery through leveraging technology in every aspect of instructional delivery and school management
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer-focused approach
Flexible
Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Team player
Collaborative
Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)
Ability to travel to meet the needs of the school and staff, mostly in-state, but some out-of-state travel is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional support for families
Comprehensive virtual charter school services

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Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsFlexibleTeam PlayerCollaborative

Certifications

Administration License