Head Teacher - World Language

HEAD TEACHER-WORLD LANGUAGE

The Head Teacher shall be the employee member of the school staff designated by theSuperintendent of Schools to assist in the administration of the department or program.

Requirements:

• Five years experience in Education
• Current MA teacher licensure in World Languages

Preferred Requirements:

• SEI endorsement
• Masters Degree in School Administration from an accredited institution
• Massachusetts State Certification as school administrator such as principal/assistant principal or supervisor/director
  
  

Candidates should possess:

• The ability to support the implementation of the Massachusetts World Language Curriculum Frameworks
• The ability to develop the full potential of a highly competent staff.
• A strong background in curriculum with experience in program design evaluation and management.
• Knowledge and understanding of teaching towards language proficiency
• A proven record in the management of students and student activities.
• Superior skills in articulating the goals and objectives of the school to the communityof Everett.
• The ability to articulate the district philosophy to support families of students in crisis or need.
• Advanced computer skills

WORKING TIME:
According to the Everett Teachers Association contract

DUTIES:

• Implement and supervise curriculum establish course outlines and provide education objectives consistent with the community educational goals.
• Employ an efficient system for pupil and program appraisal and make recommendations for changes needed to improve existing programs to meet theneeds of students
• Evaluate student data with the teachers to make informed instructional decisionsthat supports individual student performance and achievement.
• Collaborate with other school leaders to ensure the needs of students with disabilities and multilingual learners are met.
• Be visible at district and community events.
• Keep families informed about the progress of their child.
• Provide leadership and initiative for organizational improvements.
• Support the administration of language proficiency assessments.
• Coordinate efforts at the high school for the Seal of Biliteracy.
• Oversee the programs curriculum alignment in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
• Oversee the implementation of all Everett Public Schools district policies.
• Remain current on instructional methods educational materials and technology for improving the teaching and learning of all students.
• Perform any other duties and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by

the Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendents and Principal.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:

• Adhere to all directives of the Superintendent of Schools Deputy Superintendents Assistant Superintendents and Principal.

• Counsel building staff as required
• Promote a healthy and safe environment.
• Prepare letters write reports and make oral presentations regarding administrative activities.
• Attend and participate in various professional and in-service meetings that enhance
  the educational goals of the schools as approved and directed by the Superintendent
• Supervise substitute procedures.
• Maintain building inventories of educational materials furniture and equipment.

SALARY:
Salary for this position will be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the Everett School Committee and the Everett Teachers Association.

The Everett Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies does not
discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the
basis of race color age criminal record (inquiries only) disability homelessness
sex/gender gender identity religion national origin ancestry sexual orientation genetics
or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation

threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.