Principal

Candidate Profile

• Education: Ph.D. in School Administration (preferred).


• Experience: Minimum 5 years in K-12 education.
  
  
  
  • At least 3 years in Islamic school environments.
  
  
  • At least 3 years in a dedicated administrative leadership role.
  
  
  
  


• Qualifications: Proven track record of Islamic scholarship and acommitment to modeling excellence in professional and spiritual conduct.

Core Responsibilities

• Instructional Oversight: Conduct weekly classroom observations, audit lesson plans, and ensure high standards of classroom management.


• Pedagogical Mentorship: Guide faculty in modern instructional techniques, including lab integration and educational technology.


• Curriculum Quality: Monitor subject‑matter expertise and ensure all instructional materials align with Islamic values and accreditation standards.


• College Readiness: Oversee standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and track student progress to ensure competitive university placement.


• Academic Operations: Manage staffing assignments, the school calendar, and student placements.

Administration & Operations

• Personnel Management: Lead hiring recommendations and conduct annual performance evaluations for all staff.


• Islamic Environment: Uphold the school’s religious identity; supervise student conduct, attendance at Salah, and school assemblies.


• Safety & Compliance: Ensure the physical safety of students/staff and implement all policies set by the IQAMC and IANT Board of Directors.


• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison for parents and the PTO; maintain a positive public image for IQA in all communications.

Fiscal Responsibility & Reporting

• Governance: Report directly to the IQAMC Chair and participate in BOD meetings.


• Financial Oversight: Monitor the school budget, conduct quarterly financial reviews, and ensure expenditures remain within approved limits.


• Institutional Advancement: Actively participate in IANT-sponsored fundraising initiatives.

Professional Development & Research

• Staff Training: Execute a comprehensive professional development plan for faculty.


• Collaborative Leadership: Working with an administrative team including an assistant principal, school counselors, department heads, and office staff.


• Strategic Benchmarking: Research and adapt best practices from leading regional schools to enhance IQA’s academic and spiritual framework.

Pay & Benefits:

• Executive Compensation & Benefits: Compensation: Competitive; based on experience and credentials.


• Dependent Tuition: 37.5% discount + 100% fee waiver (Admissions, Books, Registration).


• Health Insurance: $300/month premium reimbursement for full-time staff.