Westerly Public Schools (RI)
Elementary School Principal
Westerly Public Schools (RI), Westerly, Rhode Island, us, 02891
Job Title:Elementary Principal
Location:District - Anticipated: Dunn's Corners Elementary School
Class Title:Non Exempt - Non Union
Effective Date:07/01/2024
Salary Range:$120,145.51
Hours per week:Full Time
General Statement:
The educational leader and chief administrator of the elementary school will maintain an inspiring, challenging, and supportive environment where students are encouraged and assisted in reaching their highest potential. Responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the School Committee to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe, child-centered learning environment that meets and exceeds the Rhode Island standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Elementary School Principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extracurricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operations.
Responsibilities:
Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.
Leads the School Management Team in overseeing the implementation of the school’s planning of supplemental programs to support reform, developing the school-based budget, building parental and community support, and other reform including:
Improved student performance;
Research based program of curriculum and instruction supported by and integrated with an appropriate array of research proven supplemental strategies;
School based leadership and decision making to ensure a comprehensive plan with annual student achievement targets, supported by parents, staff, and community members;
Integration and alignment of school functions aimed at student achievement;
Professional development for all staff focused on the achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards;
Safe school environment conducive to learning, including a school security program;
Coordination of resources for comprehensive student and family health and social services;
Accountability system with rewards and sanctions related to the achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Organizes, manages, evaluates, and supervises effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the entire school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school and district, including instructional programs in the Core Curriculum Content Standards, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, financial management, facilities maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, emergency procedures, and community relations.
Ensures compliance with all laws, administrative codes, School Committee policies and regulations, including Affirmative Action mandates.
Collects and analyzes data regarding the needs and achievement of students, including State assessments, and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications to existing programs.
Leads school level planning processes to ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of all school programs and activities.
Establishes the master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students that meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Supervises the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
Ensures that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem solving and creativity.
Organizes and implements a system for the evaluation and selection of equipment and instructional materials that are free of prejudice and stereotyping and designed to meet the Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Provides, supervises and evaluates in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards.
Incorporates procedures for the early identification of potentially disruptive students and the conditions that create or enhance unacceptable behavior (e.g., bullying), and implement programs to address such conditions.
Establishes a professional rapport with students and with staff that earns their respect.
Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school.
Serves as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning.
Notifies immediately appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, or neglect.
Supervises all personnel assigned to the building, establishing clear expectations for role, responsibilities, and performance.
Ensure that personnel evaluation procedures are accomplished in a fair and consistent manner that encourages accountability, growth and excellence.
Recommends to the Superintendent the renewal, dismissal, withholding of increment, promotion or other actions for all personnel assigned to the school.
Recommends to the Superintendent personnel to fill all vacant positions in the school.
Organizes and nurtures an effective leadership team of assistants and leaders.
Provides opportunities for effective staff development that addresses the needs of the instructional program and needs of the staff.
Keeps the staff informed and seeks ideas for the improvement of the school.
Organizes and supervises assembly programs and comprehensive extra-curricular programs appropriate for the young child.
Develops with the School Management Team and recommends to the Superintendent a budget for the school.
Implements an effective accounting and inventory system for all school supplies, materials, and equipment.
Implements procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities.
Regularly inspects all facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
Assumes responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, personnel, and visitors.
Develops clearly understood procedures and provides regular drills for emergencies and disasters.
Assumes responsibility for disaster preparedness procedures.
Provides information to staff, students, and parents as necessary.
Implements the District Policy and Procedures when a staff member fails to report to duty on time.
Maintains a safe working condition and operates electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities.
Protects confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties.
Performs any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Superintendent.
Adheres to Rhode Island General Laws governing schools (Title 16) and other related laws, Rhode Island Department of Education policies, rules and regulations, and all contractual obligations.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Prefer administrative experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal or Central Office Administrator preferred.
Five (5) years excellent experience in teaching and working with adolescents.
Education:
Bachelor's degree required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Certification & Licensing:
Hold a Rhode Island Building Level Administrator PK-12 Certificate in accordance with the requirements of RI General Laws, Title 16.
Valid Driver’s license.
Authorized to work in the USA.
Current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.
Please note that all school year positions, both certified and non-certified, posted during the school year are temporary unless otherwise indicated to allow for internal movement at the close of the respective school year.
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Location:District - Anticipated: Dunn's Corners Elementary School
Class Title:Non Exempt - Non Union
Effective Date:07/01/2024
Salary Range:$120,145.51
Hours per week:Full Time
General Statement:
The educational leader and chief administrator of the elementary school will maintain an inspiring, challenging, and supportive environment where students are encouraged and assisted in reaching their highest potential. Responsible for implementing and managing the policies, regulations, and procedures of the School Committee to ensure that all students are supervised in a safe, child-centered learning environment that meets and exceeds the Rhode Island standards, following the approved curricula and directives of the school. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Elementary School Principal work collaboratively to lead and nurture all members of the school staff and to communicate effectively with parents, members of the community, and colleagues in other districts and schools. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for planning, curriculum development, program evaluation, extracurricular activities, personnel management, financial management, emergency procedures, resource scheduling, and facilities operations.
Responsibilities:
Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.
Leads the School Management Team in overseeing the implementation of the school’s planning of supplemental programs to support reform, developing the school-based budget, building parental and community support, and other reform including:
Improved student performance;
Research based program of curriculum and instruction supported by and integrated with an appropriate array of research proven supplemental strategies;
School based leadership and decision making to ensure a comprehensive plan with annual student achievement targets, supported by parents, staff, and community members;
Integration and alignment of school functions aimed at student achievement;
Professional development for all staff focused on the achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards;
Safe school environment conducive to learning, including a school security program;
Coordination of resources for comprehensive student and family health and social services;
Accountability system with rewards and sanctions related to the achievement of the Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Organizes, manages, evaluates, and supervises effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the entire school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school and district, including instructional programs in the Core Curriculum Content Standards, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, financial management, facilities maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, emergency procedures, and community relations.
Ensures compliance with all laws, administrative codes, School Committee policies and regulations, including Affirmative Action mandates.
Collects and analyzes data regarding the needs and achievement of students, including State assessments, and other pertinent information affecting the design and implementation of services and programs, using the information to recommend new programs and modifications to existing programs.
Leads school level planning processes to ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of all school programs and activities.
Establishes the master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students that meet and exceed the State Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Supervises the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.
Ensures that the instructional programs engage the learner in tasks that require analytical and critical thinking, questioning the known, problem solving and creativity.
Organizes and implements a system for the evaluation and selection of equipment and instructional materials that are free of prejudice and stereotyping and designed to meet the Core Curriculum Content Standards.
Provides, supervises and evaluates in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards.
Incorporates procedures for the early identification of potentially disruptive students and the conditions that create or enhance unacceptable behavior (e.g., bullying), and implement programs to address such conditions.
Establishes a professional rapport with students and with staff that earns their respect.
Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and agencies associated with the school.
Serves as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning.
Notifies immediately appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, or neglect.
Supervises all personnel assigned to the building, establishing clear expectations for role, responsibilities, and performance.
Ensure that personnel evaluation procedures are accomplished in a fair and consistent manner that encourages accountability, growth and excellence.
Recommends to the Superintendent the renewal, dismissal, withholding of increment, promotion or other actions for all personnel assigned to the school.
Recommends to the Superintendent personnel to fill all vacant positions in the school.
Organizes and nurtures an effective leadership team of assistants and leaders.
Provides opportunities for effective staff development that addresses the needs of the instructional program and needs of the staff.
Keeps the staff informed and seeks ideas for the improvement of the school.
Organizes and supervises assembly programs and comprehensive extra-curricular programs appropriate for the young child.
Develops with the School Management Team and recommends to the Superintendent a budget for the school.
Implements an effective accounting and inventory system for all school supplies, materials, and equipment.
Implements procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities.
Regularly inspects all facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
Assumes responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, personnel, and visitors.
Develops clearly understood procedures and provides regular drills for emergencies and disasters.
Assumes responsibility for disaster preparedness procedures.
Provides information to staff, students, and parents as necessary.
Implements the District Policy and Procedures when a staff member fails to report to duty on time.
Maintains a safe working condition and operates electronic and other equipment needed to carry out job functions and responsibilities.
Protects confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties.
Performs any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Superintendent.
Adheres to Rhode Island General Laws governing schools (Title 16) and other related laws, Rhode Island Department of Education policies, rules and regulations, and all contractual obligations.
Qualifications:
Experience:
Prefer administrative experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal or Central Office Administrator preferred.
Five (5) years excellent experience in teaching and working with adolescents.
Education:
Bachelor's degree required.
Master’s Degree preferred.
Certification & Licensing:
Hold a Rhode Island Building Level Administrator PK-12 Certificate in accordance with the requirements of RI General Laws, Title 16.
Valid Driver’s license.
Authorized to work in the USA.
Current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.
Please note that all school year positions, both certified and non-certified, posted during the school year are temporary unless otherwise indicated to allow for internal movement at the close of the respective school year.
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