Sanborn Elementary School Principal
Andover, MA
Mission:
The Sanborn Elementary School Principal fosters a caring, nurturing and exciting place of learning for students. His/her core mission is to promote self-esteem, a sense of community and a strong desire for perpetual learning. Sanborn’s core values are Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness and Reflection.
Overview:
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, the Sanborn Elementary School Principal is responsible for the educational, social and emotional development of all students; provides instructional leadership, inspiration, guidance and mentoring to faculty; and ensures multiple opportunities for collaboration and partnership with Sanborn parents and the larger Andover community.
Essential Functions:
1. Supervise and develop the elementary school's educational program -
Monitor the implementation of school curriculum. Work with the appropriate staff to ensure content, scope and sequence which are appropriate for students' learning at different grade and developmental levels. - Establish expectations that will enable all students to achieve to their best individual capacities skills in the areas of critical thinking, reading, writing, listening, speaking, computation, scientific inquiry, digital learning, media, artistic expression, health and physical movement.
In consultation with the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, oversee the development, revision and evaluation of curriculum to ensure high academic standards are met. Participate in program development and curriculum revision with District staff.
Encourage a variety of teaching methods and programs to promote student learning and the mainstreaming of special needs students into all core curricula and student activities. - Work with the appropriate staff to ensure the integration of curriculum concepts and instructional materials into the school program that reflect civic responsibility, community service, historical awareness, collaboration, and cultural and ethnic diversity.
Monitor the collection of student data that informs instructional practices and interpret data to improve teaching and learning.
Encourage opportunities for students to work in and understand their neighborhood, its history, and its resources.
2. Provide effective and dynamic leadership to students and faculty
Serve as the primary communicator of the school's vision, goals, long-range plans, and accomplishments to students, staff, families and the community-at-large. Facilitate communication between groups effectively involving all parties in the educational process.
Evaluate and supervise the faculty, guiding them in best practices and encouraging innovation and creativity.
Delegate authority to encourage staff initiative, participatory decision –making, and leadership development.
Facilitate and implement effective educational policies and procedures in compliance with the initiatives of the Andover School Committee.
Establish and enforce high standards of student conduct, and enforce discipline, as necessary, according to due process to the rights of students.
Facilitate and implement comprehensive student support services and activities geared to serve the interests and needs of a diverse student body.
Sponsor school events for staff, students, and parents, and community to participate in appropriate areas of the educational process.
3. Actively work with parents and PTO members to ensure effective communication on matters affecting school policy, program implementation, and student behavior 4. Provide effective and efficient management of school staff and administration functions
Interview, supervise and evaluate all licensed and classified staff, with the assistance of Program Coordinators and the Special Education Program Heads.
Interview, train, supervise, and evaluate the Assistant Principal.
Encourage and support the professional development of all faculty and administrative staff.
Assist in the recruitment of teachers to the district. Provide in-service orientation of teachers to assure compliance with the district’s administrative procedures.
Supervise the preparation of all school and bi-monthly reports for the Central Office.
In consultation with the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Budget, and working with principal colleagues and building faculty, prepare, draft, revise and defend a comprehensive school budget for classroom teachers, specialists, and all instructional personnel assigned full time to the Sanborn School.
Supervise the maintenance of accurate student and teacher records that protect privacy and confidentiality and are in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Implement school calendar and student and staff schedules.
Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness and security of the school building and grounds by supervising and working closely with the Senior Custodian(s) assigned to the building.
Conduct meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the school.
5. Actively seek out grants to augment school revenues for the purposes of curriculum and staff development and/or school improvement
6. Perform related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Massachusetts licensure as an elementary school principal.
2. Master's Degree. Evidence of study beyond Master's Degree preferred.
3. Substantial experience as an elementary classroom teacher and or specialist. Experience as an elementary school principal preferred.
4. Effective interpersonal and leadership skills; experience facilitating communication between divergent groups and in group decision making.
5. Demonstrated success in the development, evaluation and implementation of elementary school curriculum and instruction.
6. Effective administrative and management skills.
7. Excellent speaking and writing skills, including the effective utilization of technology.
8. Cultural proficiency and an understanding of ELL. Sanborn is home to a large international student body and a strong ELL program, with students who speak over 30 languages and dialects.
REPORTS TO:
Superintendent of School.
WORK YEAR:
12 Months
SALARY:
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
To apply, please submit on-line a cover letter explaining your interest in this position, all academic transcripts, a resume, and a completed applilcation which includes three written references.
We also ask that you submit a brief writing sample, not more than two pages in 12 point font, on one of the following topics:
- How have you as a principal developed a caring and trusting school culture?
- Why is effective school leadership associated with better student performance?
Deadline for applications: Friday, February 17, 2017
The Andover Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |