Elementary School Principal

Position Title: Elementary School Principal

Location: Winthrop School

Reports to: Superintendent of Schools

Evaluated By: Superintendent of Schools

FTE: 1.0- 12 month

Benefits Eligible: Yes Administrator Contract

The Ipswich Public Schools seeks a dynamic collaborative and visionary educator to lead our Winthrop School a PreK-Grade 5 school. Successful candidates will be able to articulate a vision of alignment and equity team building and mutual support across both schools. The successful candidates will possess effective communication skills and have a strong knowledge in the following areas: educational leadership curriculum and instruction educational technology supervision and staff evaluation. The successful candidates must have the ability to promote a team environment be self-directed learners be committed to meeting the needs of all students and have the ability to form strong relationships with parents staff and community members. Experience in building level administration is strongly preferred.

District Vision:

Ipswich Public Schools inspires all students to embrace the power wonder and joy of learning.

Mission Statement:

Ipswich Public Schools aspires to empower ALL students to be global citizens who are effective communicators analytic problem solvers and savvy consumers of information. We propose to do this through an emphasis on communication critical thinking creativity self-management perseverance and collaboration. Students will be active partners in authentic learning offering voice and choice in demonstrating competency.

Ipswich Elementary Schools:

The Ipswich Elementary Schools as part of the Ipswich Public Schools fosters a vibrant learning community focused on the development of the whole child. Systems within our elementary schools exist to advance academic learning social-emotional well being and a strong sense of belonging. Through collaboration professional development and a continuous review of curriculum instruction and methods embedded student ownership of learning transdisciplinary learning and Successful Habits of Mind we strive to develop invested critical thinkers able to respect different perspectives and alternatives when problem solving. This rich learning environment exists in empathetic accepting and joyful cultures. Deliberate allocation of resources staff and extended day opportunities ensures access for all students removing barriers for every child we validate our belief in a promising future.

Job Description:

1. Educational Leadership

The principal:

• Leads the school stakeholders in articulating a shared mission and vision for the school
• Provides encouragement and support for teachers to try new things
• Holds teachers accountable for high standards and expectations for all students
• Participates in and contributes to the districts leadership team
• Models ethical behavior and promotes an atmosphere of respect
• Ensures the implementation of school system policy
• Works with the school council to develop an annual school improvement plan
• Ensures coordination with other grade levels and buildings
• Maintains a school climate where teaching and learning proceeds uninterrupted and students feel safe and welcome in school
• Ensures equity for all and values diversity in the school environment
• Promotes and participates in a culture of ongoing and embedded professional collaboration
• Celebrates building and school district successes
• Promotes a culture that encourages diverse student engagement opportunities including athletics fine arts clubs and community service

1. Curriculum and Instruction

The principal:

• Motivates teachers to achieve the most effective instruction
• Supports the implementation of active learning through curriculum development and professional development
• Directs ongoing curriculum planning coordination and evaluation
• Consults and works with the Director of Teaching and Learning regarding curriculum instruction assessment and professional collaboration
• Consults and works with the Director of Special Education regarding accommodations and interventions for students and coordinates the delivery of special education services with the Director
• Organizes time for instruction efficiently and effectively
• Implements an effective monitoring system for our Curriculum and Instruction Program
• Ensures that the learning needs of all students are met
• Leads in the development of student assessment strategies and staff training in the area of assessment
• Supports teacher collaboration and curriculum development revision
• Promotes and models the effective use of appropriate instructional technologies
• Support teacher leaders in curriculum development and effective instruction and inter-disciplinary work
• Supports vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment
• Supports effective teacher collaboration

1. Organizational Leadership

The principal:

• Hires supervises evaluates and terminates school personnel
• Works with the district leadership team to plan and facilitate change
• Works collaboratively with school stakeholders in decision making
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of teachers and other staff using performance standards to identify areas for growth
• Ensures maintenance of the building and grounds
• Demonstrates communication skills that are clear direct respectful and responsive
• Prepares and administers the budget by applying current knowledge of fiscal management policy and practices within the scope of responsibility.

1. School and Community Relations

The principal:

• Involves parents in meaningful ways
• Assesses and responds to community needs and perceptions
• Promotes partnership among school business and the community through both school and personal involvement
• Interprets articulates and promotes community awareness of the schools mission vision programs activities and services
• Establishes effective mechanisms for communication inside and outside the school building