The Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf (ENCSD) is a state school serving the 54 easternmost counties that provides a specialized learning environment for deaf and hard of hearing students, kindergarten through 12th grade, following a typical school calendar. The ENCSD offers students an academic setting with standards-based instruction, low classroom ratios, career and vocational skills development, current technology, and an overall accessible environment for learning through American Sign Language. A boarding program is available for enrolled students residing outside of Wilson County. The ENCSD seeks to promote both intentional and experiential learning to provide continued advancement in student academic achievement and social/emotional well-being.
The ENCSD is seeking a dynamic principal to lead the Academic program. The ideal candidate will have proven abilities to effectively lead a program for students who are deaf and/or hard of hearing and will be fluent in American Sign Language. The Principal will work closely and collaboratively with the School Director to administer, coordinate, and supervise the entire instructional program, to develop and maintain strong community partnerships, and to coordinate student services campus-wide.
This position is responsible for supervision of all licensed staff and state personnel staff assigned to the Academic Department. This includes, but is not limited to, assignment of duties, performance observations and evaluations, shaping a vision of academic success for all students, creating a climate of dedication to student success, cultivating leadership in others, and improving instruction.
This position will independently resolve routine work problems and complaints, including facilitating conflict resolution between staff, job coaching and documented counseling. Lead the student placement process. Develop student and staff schedules for orderly management of the educational programs. Ensures curriculum is used aligned with the NC Common Core State Standards and the needs of students who are DHH. Administer Student Code of Conduct. Responsible for actively supporting the School Improvement Team and providing administrative support for implementation of the School Improvement Plan. Monitors students, staff, assessment results, interdepartmental coordination, and parent communication to ensure every section of the School Improvement Plan is being implemented. Responsible for ensuring compliance with the IDEA.
This is a 12-month position working Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm. Schedule adjustments are required for special events and extracurricular activities. Occasional travel may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of K-12 school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
- Ability to develop and implement projects.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
- Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Valid North Carolina Professional Educators Certificate as a School Principal or the ability to obtain Principal Licensure upon hire.
Salary is based on the NC State Board of Education Salary Schedule for Principals at the Administrative Range of 0-200 and will vary upon experience. The Eastern NC School for the Deaf also pays an additional 8% monthly as a supplement to the state schedule.
Supplemental and Contact Information
All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment by 12:00 am on the closing date or the application will be deemed untimely and will not be processed. This includes paper application submissions.
The Eastern NC School for the Deaf selects applicants for employment based on an appropriate licensing, job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.
Degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background checks are required for all positions at Eastern NC School for the Deaf.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference for employment with State Government must attach either a Form DD-214.
Applicants seeking National Guard preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard. If an applicant is a former NC National Guard Member who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22 along with their State application.
Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach a degree verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree form a US institution.
Fax #: 252-234-1145
Mailing address:
Eastern NC School for the Deaf
Office of Human Resources
1311 US HWY 301 South
Wilson, NC 27893
Email contact: Simone.Leigh@encsd.k12.nc.us
Instructions for all certified positions (these are teaching positions that require an NC DPI Teaching license and/or a teaching license awarded by a reciprocal state):
Please attach a copy of your NC DPI or reciprocal state license.
Individuals who have earned at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 may be offered employment to teach if certain additional criteria are met. These prospects must gain employment AND affiliate with an Educator Preparation Program (EPP) before the Eastern NC School for the Deaf can apply for the new teacher’s Residency License. In such cases, please attach an official copy of your transcripts in order for us to determine eligibility. For more detailed information, visit NCDPI Licensure Pathways to Licensure or TEACH North Carolina.
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Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please login to your account.
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For more information, please contact the Eastern NC School for the Deaf Human Resources Department at 252-206-7362.