The Silver Lake Regional School District is seeking a Principal for the Integrated Preschool Program located at Kingston Elementary School.
Qualifications:
- DESE Licensure as Principal/Assistant Principal Special Education Administrator or Supervisor/Director (of Pupil Personnel Services Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities or Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities)
- Masters degree or advanced graduate study in a discipline related to those licenses
- At least 5 years of experience in a school environment working with preschool aged children
Report To: Director of Student Services
Performance Responsibilities:
- Supervise and evaluate all personnel within the Integrated Preschool Program
- Establish and maintain an effective learning climate within the Integrated Preschool
- Assist with the preparation and management of the preschool budget including the establishment of tuition rates
- Coordinate the intake eligibility determination and class placement for all students. Maintain records of all referrals.
- Conduct home and/or school observations as needed
- Consult with liaisons parents/guardians and outside agencies regarding special education services and programming
- Coordinate peer partner open houses peer applications and child find notifications
- Monitor and facilitate the provision of a Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment for identified students
- Serve as Special Education Team Chairperson for all initial and 3-year re-evaluation meetings
- Assure that all special education paperwork for initial annual and 3-year evaluations are completed within the required DESE timelines. Determine the appropriate assessments for all referrals and meetings.
- Review and sign all IEPs and maintain compliance with DESE
- Attend Early Childhood Advisory Council meetings and update staff of any changes in regulations trends and best practices
- Coordinate programming and staffing of Extended School Year programs
- Design and facilitate family engagement opportunities such as SEPAC classroom volunteers parent training etc.
- Maintain knowledge of state and federal laws and adhere to LEA procedures process and policies
- Supervise the maintenance of all required building records and reports
- Assume responsibility for the implementation of all School Committee policies and regulations
- Act as a Mandated Reporter (Chapter 119 Section 51A)
- Comply with SafetyCare practices
- Attend any administrative meeting convened by the Director of Student Services
- Execute any other tasks assigned by the Director of Student Services
Salary is commensurate with experience and education. This is a full time full year with benefits through Silver Lake.