Assistant Principal

Barrington Public Schools•Barrington, RI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Principal for Student Life at Barrington High School will lead, support, and develop a climate and culture of inclusivity, respect, and learning where all students feel valued, respected, and have a strong sense of belonging to the BHS learning community. This role involves leading and exemplifying the professional practices and responsibilities of a Professional Learning Community to foster collaboration and communication, ensuring all students are successful. The position operates under the policies established by the School Committee and works collaboratively with the Principal and other administrators.

Requirements

Hold or be eligible for a valid principal's certificate issued by the Rhode Island Department of Education
A Master's Degree
Five years'; successful classroom teaching experience
Demonstrated leadership and initiative in the field of education

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity and diversity.

Responsibilities

Acts under the policies established by the School Committee in all matters pertaining to the assigned building(s), including any tasks as assigned by the Superintendent or Principal.
Lead professional learning around proactive social and emotional behavioral strategies to ensure all students’ success.
Monitor student attendance, including identifying, supporting and meeting with families and school staff to support chronically absent students.
Supervise the creation and implementation of student attendance plans.
Meet regularly with student groups around social media, positive behavioral responses and regular attendance.
Meet regularly with student leadership groups (Student Council, Ambassadors, etc.) to discuss student behaviors, attendance, social media use, etc.
Collaborate with the SRO, as needed, on issues related to supporting student safety.
Be prepared to respond to student behavioral issues as they arise and investigate and follow-up on bullying-related incidents.
Lead schoolwide initiatives around restorative justice practices to support students and maintain student accountability.
Promote student agency and collaboration in school climate initiatives.
Lead the office staff in planning daily teacher coverage needs.
Supervise and monitor student congestion areas, including daily bus drop-off and pick-up, hallways and bathrooms and the student parking lot.
Supervising daily after-school detention and assigning coverage for any In-school suspension as needed.
Provide daily lunch supervision.
Coordinate, plan and manage AP test ordering and administration and assist with other state testing administration requirements as needed.
Share the caseload of student 504 plans between building administrators to monitor, implement and communicate student 504 plans.
Work collaboratively with building administrators to supervise and evaluate certified staff as needed.
Works with all building and District staff to develop and maintain a positive school climate conducive to effective learning and optimum teaching and characterized by a common purpose, mission, vision, and high expectations and success for all.
Supports the full inclusion of all learners in all aspects of the school committee, championing the belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for school objectives and programs; interprets School Committee policies and administrative directives; resolves student problems; encourages community participation in the school’s educational program.
Assists in the selection of personnel and recommends personnel appointments and assignments to the Principal.
Submits reports as required by the Superintendent, Principal and other local, regional or state agencies.
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
Reflect on practice and assume responsibility for their own professional development by actively seeking and participating in opportunities to learn and grow as professionals and enhance the instructional core.
Works with the Principal to ensure that all aspects of the school’s operation complement, integrate with and advance the District’s strategic plan.
Follow school policy and procedures, respecting the boundaries of professional responsibilities, when working with students, colleagues, and families.
Interact with students, colleagues, parents, and others in a professional manner that is fair and equitable and guided by codes of professional conduct.
Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics; Use effective communication skills with students, colleagues, families and related agencies (spoken, written and non-verbal); Complete all requested forms, reports, and data collections in an accurate and timely manner; Perform the functions of the position in accordance with the: RI Professional Teaching Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws, regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-based plans, and administrative priorities / requests; and Perform other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions of the position.
Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrators.