Elementary Principal

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lynn Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Principal for Ingalls Elementary School. Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community known for its public art, historic architecture, and cultural district. Lynn Public Schools serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites. The district is committed to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all students and fostering a culture that honors diversity and responds to the social-emotional needs of every student and family. The district's core values include Inclusiveness, Shared Responsibility, Collaborative Relationships, High Expectations, and Inspiring Life-Long Learning.

Requirements

• Valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Principal/Assistant Principal PreK-8
• SEI endorsement
• Master’s Degree in an appropriate field
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a public school administrator or a district level administrator; or, an instructional coach; or, a curriculum specialist
• Minimum six (6) years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level in an urban environment
• Demonstrated success leading strategic educational initiatives that result in measurable improved student achievement.
• Thorough knowledge of public education in Massachusetts, administration/supervision, and curriculum development.
• Demonstrated educational leadership with the ability to build consensus and process critical issues for decision making.
• Proven ability in curriculum development, supervision, and organizational and strategic planning.
• Proven ability in budget preparation and line-item expenditure process.
• Proven ability to successfully communicate with parents, teachers, and members of the community.
• Proven ability to work as part of a management team.
• Ability to perform and multi-task in a highly energized work environment
• Ability to withstand strong public and professional scrutiny
• Equipped with personal characteristics required to lead people through an intense change process
• Proven ability to deal effectively with many constituencies
• Strong commitment to work on school redesign
• Proven ability to work with all types of data related to school performance and organizational practice
• Willingness to self-reflect and to grow professionally
• Understanding of new Massachusetts Reform Law of 2010 ( An Act Relative to the Achievement Gap )
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications of Word, Excel, Power Point

Responsibilities

• Leads school-based leadership team in defining short- and long-term goals as part of school redesign.
• Monitors, coordinates, and organizes the total educational program at the school level.
• Reports on and recommends continuous improvements in the school’s administrative and instructional support programs, needs and services.
• Utilizes data management systems to collect, analyze and interpret data which focus on progress in student achievement.
• Responsible for the implementation of all School Committee policies and regulations within his/her area of responsibility.
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of district curriculum.
• Responsible for school-level performance, improvement mapping and School Improvement Planning.
• Promotes district-wide goals and initiatives in curriculum, instruction, and professional development.
• Implements district and state required assessment systems and utilizes performance data to guide decision making.
• Assists the Deputy Superintendent in the preparation and implementation of the school budget and organization.
• Allocates materials, equipment, and space to accomplish instructional goals at his/her school in accordance with the district policy and program requirements.
• Prepares reports and recommendations as requested.
• Advises the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent on matters concerning negotiations and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• Monitors the school required implementation of all aspects of Massachusetts Education Reform and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regulations.
• Collaborates with other principals and central office administrators to audit programs and satisfy Coordinated Program Review requirements.
• Supervises and evaluates all professional, paraprofessional, and administrative personnel within his/her area of responsibility.
• Works with the Superintendent and her senior leadership team to redesign the school, dependent upon federal and state improvement status.
• Recommends to the Superintendent/Deputy Superintendent the hiring, assignment, retention, promotion, tenure, and dismissal of staff within his/her area of responsibility in keeping with state and federal licensure regulations.
• Establishes communication with the school community to assess needs and increase community awareness.
• Explains school instructional policies, procedures, and achievements to the school community.
• Acts as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school/district and encouraging community participation in school life.
• Adheres to proper protocols for chain of command.
• Performs any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Short Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager