High School Principal Goodrich Academy

Goodrich Academy is a public high school that prepares and empowers its students academically socially and emotionally. Guided by its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness our school is founded on the belief that all students have a right to learn at their own pace and in a manner suited to their unique a nurturing environment of high expectations and mutual respect our students mature into independent reasoning individuals who make responsible decisions adapt to a changing world and develop into engaged and productive community members. It is the goal of Goodrich Academy to ensure that all students will graduate with academic skills habits of mind and technological literacy that will enable them to think critically problem solve collaborate and communicate effectively.

Job Details:

The High School Principal - GAfacilitates the development of strong systems and structures that support the growth and achievement of allGA students. They actively participate in the work of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT)and promote the districts mission values and theory of action. The FHS principalship is an opportunity to lead a dedicated staff and support students as the school community transitions through and from the pandemics impacts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors and Masters degrees from an accredited college or university;
• Advanced Degree preferred
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license in:
• Principal/Assistant Principal (5-12);
• SEI Endorsement;
• Professional-level licensure in a secondary subjectis preferred

• Previous experience as a principal headmaster or equivalent;
• Proven track record of improving a schools students growth and achievement;
• Proven track record of supporting and actively engaging instructional leadership teams
• At least five (5) years of classroom teaching experience at the secondary level; high school preferred;
• Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations;
• Ability to work effectively with teachers support staff and parents and advocate for children to effectively problem-solve;
• Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with all stakeholders;
• Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth both academic and social-emotional to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The High School Principal will;

• Provide instructional leadership ensuring ALLGA students grow and achieve
• Provide leadership to staff in preparing students to have either career or college options;
• Supervise the daily activities of the instructional team and the support staff and strive to be present in classrooms each day. Initiate design and implement programs that meet the needs of the school in concert with the Superintendent the School Committee and Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and Department Coordinators;
• Administer and guide the supervision and evaluation plan for all staff members;
• Contribute to the evaluation of the curriculum offerings in cooperation with the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning;
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan
• Serve as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) which develops implements and monitors the progress of the Schoolwide Instructional Focus
• Prepare and administer the budget for the school in conjunction with the school council and theAssistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations;
• Develop and implement a code of conduct that ensures a safe and supportive school climate;
• Establish and maintain ongoing communications with parents and the community about the school through newsletters media presentations or press releases;
• Establish and maintain healthy relationships with parents local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs. Keeps abreast of trends developments and research as they relate to education and school operations;
• Establish a school schedule and assign students to appropriate learning environments based on district policies and procedures;
• Develop an effective transition and orientation program for students entering the school;
• Administer the implementation of the educational plans for special needs children by the IDEA federal and state regulations and supervise the special education staff in the school;
• Assume responsibility for monitoring the establishment of professional development plans of all faculty members following the local and state-wide professional development plan;
• Serve as a member of certain subject area study committees the administrative council and other district-level committees as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools;
• Be the primary hiring manager responsible for hiring professional and support staff following School Committee policy and with the approval of the Superintendent of Schools;
• Identify instructional leaders to build school instructional leadership skills and capacity to improve students academic and social growth;
• Conduct faculty meetings;
• Provide consistent communication with the Superintendent regarding important school events and situations;
• Follow professional practices consistent with the districts policies in working with students parents and colleagues;
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy;
• Provide an environment for learning experiences as guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and district standards and requirements while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning;
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement;
• Be responsible for modeling innovative approaches and instructional strategies including the effective use of technologies to increase student learning and confidence to learn;
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by district policy and administrative regulation;
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning including implementing specific strategies for students with special needs with 504 plans and/or English learners (EL);
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the building principal/assistant principal
• Implement the districts mission strategic plan values commitments philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives;
• Implements all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner;
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events and by self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for recertification;
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and/orAssistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning.

Reports to: Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning

Evaluated by: Superintendent/Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning

Terms of Employment/Salary/Work Year:

As negotiated by the Superintendent

Salary range: $1300000-$140000

Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg; offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of NCBC (fingerprinting) and CORI prior to your start of employment.

The responsibilities and duties listed are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The School Committees policy of nondiscrimination extends to students employees and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion creed national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age or disability in admission to access to employment in or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law.

Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources 376 South Street Fitchburg MA 01420

Required Experience:

Staff IC