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Assistant Principal

Employer
Boston Public Schools
Location
Boston, MA, US
Salary
Competitive

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General Description:
Boston Public School is currently seeking visionary and dynamic individuals to serve as educational leaders in our schools. We are seeking a highly motivated, exceptional, results oriented professional who is committed to high standards of performance and achievement by both students and educators in grades K through 5. The Assistant Principal/Headmaster will maintain student discipline and manage the business aspects of the school in order to assist the Principal/Headmaster to create an environment conducive to effective teaching and learning.

Responsibilities:
  1. Assists in the supervision, coaching and evaluation of teachers and other staff.
  2. Support principal in planning and implementing professional development and leadership teams.
  3. Support the implementation of the school's Innovation Plan.
  4. Fosters communication with families in order to improve attendance and academic achievement.
  5. Assists in the supervision of all staff and assumes the duties of the Principal/Headmaster when he/she is not on the premises.
  6. Implements the Code of Discipline and maintains the safety and security of the building and grounds.
  7. Supervises the arrival and departure of students; supervises the behavior of students in the common areas of the building and grounds.
  8. Seeks funding to enhance the cultural and academic programs at the school.
  9. Uses data to guide academic goals to assist the Principal/Headmaster in the preparation of Whole School Improvement document.
  10. Assists the Principal/Headmaster in his/her managerial duties including:
    1. Supervises maintenance of the building and grounds
    2. Coordinates purchases and delivery of supplies and equipment
    3. Supervises maintenance of personnel and student records
    4. Prepares reports and statistics of school operations
    5. Prepares and maintains the master schedule within planning parameters established by Principal
  11. Supervises substitute teachers, including arranging for coverage, ensuring that substitute folders are up to date and available for monitoring and evaluating performance.
  12. Assists the Principal/Headmaster in planning activities including coordinating curriculum, instruction, student's, volunteers and parent activities, and student support services.
  13. Engages the wider community to support school goals.
  14. Assumes other related duties as requested by the Principal/Headmaster

Qualifications Required:
  1. Three (3) years experience successful teaching experience.
  2. Masters Degree in Education or related field.
  3. Massachusetts license for School Principal/Assistant Principal (K-8).
  4. Demonstrated leadership qualities, interpersonal skills and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators and parents.
  5. Ability to establish a multi-cultural atmosphere that enhances individual growth and promotes a positive self-image.

Preferred:
  1. A strong, unwavering belief that all children can succeed and deserve a high quality education
  2. Teaching experience in an urban, K-12 educational setting, specifically in grades K-5
  3. Strong track record of academic success as both a teacher and school leader
  4. Experience as a school administrator
  5. Experience supporting, fostering and developing a positive school climate anchored on high expectations.

Application Process:

This is a BASAS, 10B position and is benefits eligible through Boston Public Schools. Interested candidates should apply online through Boston Public Schools career website.

Please Note:If selected for this position, you will be employed by Boston Public Schools. Additional application materials may be required by the school district.

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As the birthplace of public education in this nation, the Boston Public Schools is committed to transforming the lives of all children through exemplary teaching in a world-class system of innovative, welcoming schools. We partner with the community, families, and students to develop in every learner the knowledge, skill, and character to excel in college, career, and life.

Company info
Telephone
(617) 635-1550
Location
2300 Washington Street
Roxbury
MA
02119
United States

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