Job Description
As a Principal at The Menta Education Group, you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction, student’s social/emotional needs, safety, building procedures, and other building needs.
Opening Fall 2025: Menta Academy Beardstown
Responsibilities
Support school-wide initiatives in special education
Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order
Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems
Qualifications
Required: IL PEL with Principal Certification
IL PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred, but not required
A strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education
A strong knowledge of the PBIS model
Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
Knowledge of Common Core Standards
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently
Benefits
Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
403(b) Investment Options
Direct Employer Hire
Opening Fall 2025: Menta Academy Beardstown
1301 Grand Ave Beardstown IL 62618
PK-21 Special Education
The staff at Menta Academy Beardstown will be dedicated to seeing that each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready.
Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis.
Students Served: PK-21
Professional Associations and/or Partnerships
The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Menta Education Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the district office.
