Vice Principal- High School

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lynn Public Schools is seeking a Vice Principal for High School. Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community located just north of Boston, known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, thriving downtown cultural district, and abundant public parks. Lynn Public Schools proudly serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites within a diverse and dynamic educational landscape. The district is committed to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all students, fostering an environment that honors and celebrates diversity and responds effectively to the social-emotional experiences of every student and family. The district's Core Values include Inclusiveness, Shared Responsibility, Collaborative Relationships, High Expectations, and Inspiring and Life-Long Learning.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Principal 5-12 from the Massachusetts Department of Education and SEI endorsement.
• Master’s Degree in an appropriate field.
• Experience teaching at the secondary level in an urban environment.
• Thorough knowledge of public education in Massachusetts, administration/supervision, and curriculum development.
• In-depth understanding of Chapter 37H and Chapter 37H ½ and Chapter 37H ¾ laws as they pertain to student discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in school administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the Professional Standards for Administrators as outlined by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Works with the Principal and leadership team to enable continual school improvement and to establish goals and objectives of the school based upon student needs, community concerns, district goals, and NEASC recommendations.
• Sits on School Improvement Planning Team.
• Assists the Principal in the evaluation of all personnel in the school.
• Plans and implements all scheduling.
• Supports the Principal on goals of drop-out prevention, increased inclusion practices, and use of data to inform instruction.
• Works with the Principal to establish a safe, well-disciplined and productive learning environment for all students in accordance with the discipline code as established by the Lynn School Committee.
• Assists the Principal in overseeing student activity programs and athletics and shall attend extra-curricular events as frequently as possible.
• Collaborates with the Chief Attendance and Discipline Officer of the Lynn Public Schools and Lynn Police Liaison for School Security and Emergency Planning, in all aspects of school discipline.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and/or Principal.

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 and Long-Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.

What This Job Offers

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