Job Description

Principal, Indiantown High School

Indian River State College

Lead with purpose. Shape the future of a growing high school community.

Indian River State College is seeking a dynamic and visionary Principal to lead Indiantown High School. This is a unique opportunity to guide a high-performing, innovative school while working in close partnership with college leadership to expand opportunities for students and strengthen pathways to higher education.

As Principal, you will set the tone for excellence—cultivating a culture where students thrive, educators feel supported, and the community is actively engaged. You’ll lead both the big picture and the day-to-day, ensuring strong academic outcomes while building a school environment grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About Us

Indian River State College is a leading public institution located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs.

At The River, we believe every student’s and employee’s story matters. We value the different perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together on our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that’s supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible options online, on campus, and hybrid, we design learning experiences that meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program open doors by providing eligible students with tuition-free access, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join the River

When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a forward-thinking and supportive community where your work truly matters. Your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape the future, uplift students, and be part of a mission-driven college that is changing lives every day.

What We Offer
At Indian River State College, we value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, supplemental plans, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Affordable Coverage: PPO/HMO options starting at just $50/month for individual coverage and $180/month for family coverage.
• Retirement Security: Participation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS), plus tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) options.
• Time for You: Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave to support work-life balance.
• Perks & Discounts: Reduced rates on services and tickets to local attractions.
• Growth & Development: Professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities to advance your career.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under administrative guidelines, the role provides proactive and strategic leadership to advance the mission, core principles, and long-term goals of Indiantown High School. The position sets and models high standards of performance and professional conduct for faculty, staff, and students while overseeing long-range planning, organizational effectiveness, and daily operations. Serving as a representative of Indiantown High School within the Indian River State College administrative structure, the role collaborates closely with college leadership to align institutional objectives and initiatives.
The role delivers strong instructional leadership focused on student achievement by leveraging current research, performance data, and stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities include supervising and evaluating personnel, supporting professional development, implementing policies that ensure a safe and orderly learning environment, and developing and coordinating a nationally recognized model educational program. Effective communication with students, parents, faculty, staff, and the community is essential to fostering collaboration, accountability, and shared commitment to student success.
 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work effectively with the Indiantown High School Management Board and Indian River State College to set and achieve strategic goals;
• Ensure compliance with the Charter and provide feedback for renewal process;
• Maintain accurate and timely FTE and accountability reports;
• Recruit and supervise well-qualified faculty and support personnel;
• Exercise day-to-day oversight to maintain orderly, safe and effective operations;
• Oversee the student recruitment and admission process;
• Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures;
• Develop and manage the school budget, facility and business operations;
• Work with the divisions of IRSC Media, Marketing, and Brand and Recruitment and Admissions to develop and implement a marketing plan for the school, including development of local, regional and national partnerships;
• Develop academic programs and curriculum for the school;
• Facilitate parental and community relations;
• Coordinate the supervision of all extracurricular activities at the school.
• Facilitate the testing program for the school;
• Coordinate school maintenance and facility needs;
• Facilitate the development of the strategic plan, school calendar, staffing plan and budget;
• Complete other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree or higher in Educational Leadership or related field from an accredited educational institution;
• Minimum of five (5) years of secondary school experience is required, including a minimum of three (3) years of administrative or supervisory experience;
• Valid Florida School Principal or Educational Leadership Certification;
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, interpersonal and team building skills;
• Experience with school improvement processes and annual goal planning;
• Experience in conducting teacher observations and familiarity with the Florida state approved evaluation model;
• Experience in coordinating and conducting professional development activities;
• Previous experience in developing and implementing a standards based, innovative curriculum;
• Experience in working with diverse populations, including ESE and related services;
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and practice of current educational trends, research, and technology;
• Proven ability to develop educational and community partnerships;
• Strong working knowledge of Florida educational structure and legislation, standards and requirements, as well as in-depth understanding of K-12 public education, charter schools, and state colleges;
• Ability to read, interpret, and enforce federal, state, and local rules, policies, and statutes;
• Knowledge of assessment and accountability processes and the use of data;
• Ability to prepare and manage a school budget and allocated resources;
• Attention to detail in all communications;
• Computer proficiency and practical experience with records and reporting;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Exemplary ethics and integrity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds.  It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.

Classification

Indiantown High School Instructional Personnel

Supervisory

Yes

FLSA Exempt

Yes

Employment Type

Temporary With Benefits (Fixed Term)

Compensation and Application Deadline

Pay range starts at: $87,781.91 . All salary calculations start at the minimum salary and will be based on candidate's education and experience | Open until filled.