JobID: 2345

Position Type:
Administration - Confidential/ NLHS Multi-Magnet Campus Principal

Date Posted:
11/29/2021

Location:
New London High School Multi Magnet Campus

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TITLE: Principal - New London High School Multi-Magnet Campus

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent of Academics

SUPERVISES: Assistant Principals and School Secretaries

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month administrative position. Other terms are set by the Board of Education in accordance with the New London Administrators' Education Association contract.

SCHOOL TURN-A-ROUND LEADERSHIP: New London Public School District believes that positive change is possible when five core strategies for school improvement are implemented together as a comprehensive package. These strategies include:

1. Ensuring every student has an excellent teacher and a school leader committed to their success;

2. Setting clear, consistent standards for academic achievement and establishing a school-wide focus on preparing all students for college and career;

3. Increasing instructional time;

4. Providing small group, differentiated instruction to students, daily, using highly qualified and well-trained instructors; and

5. Collecting assessment data frequently to monitor each student's academic progress and tailoring instruction to meet the needs of all learners.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The NLHSMMC Principal directs and supervises the school operations in accordance with policies and regulations established by the Board of Education. They provide leadership in creating and managing a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment where all students excel and staff is empowered and shares the vision of high performance and collaboration, while engaging parents and community partners in the support of student achievement.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This description of the position is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the supervisor according to varying needs.

Instructional Leadership

Lead the school's vision, mission, and strategic goals to support college-readiness and academic and socio-emotional success for all students; develops and implements School Improvement Plans

Drive rapid and dramatic instructional improvements by implementing strategies in line with the priority areas identified in the School Turn-a-Round Plan

Co-support the design and implementation of rigorous, standards-based instruction with measurable outcomes, alongside Content Department Supervisors and Assistant Directors

Be sure all staff are participating in an observation and feedback cycle that ensures continuous improvement in teaching and learning, aligned to all approved evaluation systems

Analyze student achievement results regularly to identify areas of need and inform school improvement efforts

Develop and implement a professional development plan to address identified areas of need

Develop a collegial environment that supports teacher leadership, collaboration, and growth-mindset

Co-coordinate all Special Education programs alongside Special Education Supervisors

Co-coordinate all EL and Bilingual programs alongside EL/Bilingual Supervisors

Provide strong and collaborative leadership with an honest, transparent, and inclusive style that supports high student outcomes and educational excellence

Model an unwavering commitment to high academic achievement, social-emotional, and whole child development of all students

Management and Operations

Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students, staff, and families

Oversee the recruitment and hiring of diverse, highly qualified staff

Align people, time, and money (strategically) to drive student achievement

Apply teacher and staff performance management systems in a way that ensures a culture of continuous improvement, support, and accountability

Adhere to all federal and state mandates and regulations (IDEA, 504, Title IX, SRBI, etc.)

Comply with all state and federal laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements

Manage all aspects of awarded Turn-A-Round Grants (State and Federal) aligned to the School's Improvement Plan; write to new grant opportunities as the they arise

Assist with the development and implementation of the District Improvement Plan, School Improvement Plan, Building Construction and Magnet Operations Plans

Enforce guidelines to maintain proper discipline and conduct

Supervise and coordinate the use of the high school campus facilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of district-wide policies

Consult and work with appropriate central office administrators with respect to the school's personnel, equipment, supplies, and curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Demonstrate knowledge and effective use of technology in instruction, management, and communication

Ensure a positive school climate that promotes students to have leadership roles and actively engage in learning

Safeguard the safety, health, and welfare of students and staff members

Lead instructional experiences to promote multi-cultural curriculum and cultural responsiveness

Facilitate turn-a-round work, leading to an increase in student outcomes and creation of a united, positive culture of achievement

Family and Community Engagement

Advocate for and engage family and community to support all school turn-a-round initiatives.

Strengthen teacher and staff capacity to cultivate and sustain meaningful partnerships with families of diverse backgrounds and with community members that support student achievement and student well-being

Manage sub-grants for after school enrichments and community partnerships

Facilitate the high school-level parent engagement committees

Demonstrate experience in community school practices, building partnerships and resources for a school, and a willingness to work with various community partners

Demonstrate outstanding communication skills with the ability to foster strong relationships with all members of the school community (students, teachers, families, and community at large) to advance the school's mission and vision

Other

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Connecticut Intermediate/Administrative Supervisory Certificate (092)
  

• A Valid Connecticut Teaching Certificate
  

Turn-A-Round Leaders

• Are focused on results and have proven success in increasing student achievement and adult performance
  
• Influence and motivate others to reach their potential
  
• Are solution-oriented and creative problem solvers with experience in data analysis and creating and managing systems
  

• Set high expectations and communicate them to a variety of stakeholders
  
• Understand, communicate, and effectively interact with people across cultures
  
• Reflect, continuously, and seek feedback to improve their practice
  
• Demonstrate perseverance in their career and education
  
• Thrive in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment
  

• Possess strong pedagogical skills and are highly effective at coaching other adults
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's, 6th Year and/or Doctorate Degree from an accredited institution
  
• Bilingual, English/Spanish, preferred but not required
  
• Experience leading in an urban, high-poverty, and/or turn-a-round school
  

• Extensive knowledge of magnet school program development and implementation
  
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in a racially and ethnically diverse communities
  
• Demonstrated success improving underperforming student achievement and making a difference in high needs communities
  
• Diverse multi-cultural background
  
• Successful experience as an educational leader
  

• Background knowledge to raise achievement scores in math, reading and chronic absenteeism
  
• Experiences with writing and managing school improvement grants
  

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Annually by the Superintendent of Schools

SALARY: $160,512

New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Revised November 23, 2021

New London Public Schools

New London, CT