Eastman Leadership Academy

Pre-Kindergarten–Grade 8 | Halifax County Schools

Halifax County Schools is seeking a dedicated, student-centered instructional leader to serve as Principal of Eastman Leadership Academy. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, support student achievement and staff development, and foster a safe, positive learning environment for all students.

Position Details

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional leadership to improve teaching, learning, and student achievement across Pre-K–8.
• Recruit, supervise, evaluate, and support school personnel.
• Oversee daily school operations, budgets, scheduling, and safety.
• Use student performance data to guide school improvement.
• Promote a positive school culture, student behavior, attendance, and leadership.
• Coordinate academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports.
• Build strong relationships with families and community partners.
• Ensure compliance with district policies and applicable laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Required Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Principal License.
• Successful classroom teaching experience.
• Demonstrated instructional leadership skills.
• Knowledge of Pre-K–8 curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous school administrative or leadership experience.
• Experience with school improvement, personnel supervision, and budget management.
• Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) 
• Experience in diverse or Title I school settings.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills.