Principal Alternative Learning Academy

West Warwick Public Schools•West Warwick, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

West Warwick Public Schools seeks a strong educational leader to assume the vital position of Principal for a school that serves as the WWPS alternative learning program for middle and high school students. The candidate must possess effective communication skills and a commitment to a distributed leadership model of management and instructional leadership.

Requirements

R.I. certification: Building Level Administrator PK-12
Master’s Degree
Three years successful teaching experience
Knowledgeable of the Rhode Island Special Education Referral to Placement Process
Knowledgeable of Multi-Tier System of Supports
Knowledge and experience with educator teacher evaluation
Demonstrated commitment and experience in the integration of technology in instruction
Supervisory\administrative experience in servicing students with Autism, Developmental Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance.

Responsibilities

Must be able to articulate a vision for an alternative school in West Warwick to meet the needs of all students.
Responsible for building and improving the school’s culture, climate, and instructional programs.
Manage the organization, operations, and available resources to promote a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Establish and implement clear instructional goals and specific achievement objectives for the school.
Work within the framework of policies, laws, and regulations enacted by local, state and federal authorities.
Coordinate the program activities of staff and students in developing goals, mission statements, etc. Facilitates change and innovation in the instructional program.
Participate in curriculum development efforts. Clarify or interpret the educational aims/objectives of the school program. Evaluate the total instructional program.
Participate in the development of a Work-Based Learning Program.
Advocate for the use of technology to change the delivery of instruction.
Provide in-service staff development opportunities to address specific needs. Organize orientation programs for new staff.
Assist in the development and implementation of programs to meet the needs of at-risk students.
Coordinate activities in the planning, organization, staffing and review of programs serving special populations (ESL, special education Title I students, and at-risk students) in the school.
Work in conjunction with the principal of the middle school & high school in the coordination and articulation of transitional programs.
Develop, coordinate and implement the school’s strategic plan in alignment with the District Strategic Plan.
Responsible for organizing and supervising school sponsored events within and outside of the school.
Assess the effectiveness of the school’s programs and report annually to the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee any necessary changes.
Remain current of changes in local, state and national education policy.
Demonstrate a personal and professional code of ethics.
Demonstrate values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to higher levels of performance.
Treat people fairly, equitably, and with dignity and respect in an ethical manner.
Protect the rights and confidentiality of students and staff.
Prepare the master schedules for students/staff.
Perform technical/managerial duties necessary to the daily operations of the school.
Prepare the annual operating budget for the school.
Responsible for the safety, cleanliness and appearance for the entire school complex.
Influence policy and implement the same at the building level.
Conduct building level staff meetings.
Communicates program progress, school programs, achievements and special events and activities.
Collaborate with families and community members, responding to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources.
Model integrity, fairness and ethical behavior to help in the development of a caring and supportive school community.
Embrace diversity and gender equity in support of a multi-lingual, multicultural, multi-social and economically diverse community.
Participate in district-wide initiatives – examples to include alternative schools, management information, safety, teacher evaluations and School Improvement Team.
Assist in the development and implementation of programs to meet the needs of at-risk students.
Perform any other duties as may be necessary from one’s own observation or as directed by the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee.
Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all personnel assigned to Alternative Learning Academy.