Principal Alternative Learning Academy

Principal Alternative Learning Academy

West Warwick Public Schools

Maisie E. Quinn School - West Warwick, Rhode Island

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID:5679126

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Summary:

West Warwick Public Schools seeks a strong educational leader to assume the

vital position of Principal for a school that serves as the WWPS alternative

learning program for middle and high school students. The candidate must

possess effective communication skills and a commitment to a distributed

leadership model of management and instructional leadership.

Performance Responsibilities:

Must be able to articulate a vision for an alternative school in West

Warwick to meet the needs of all students.

Responsible for building and improving the school's culture, climate, and

instructional programs.

Manage the organization, operations, and available resources to promote a

safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.

Establish and implement clear instructional goals and specific

achievement objectives for the school.

Work within the framework of policies, laws, and regulations enacted by

local, state and federal authorities.

Coordinate the program activities of staff and students in developing goals,

mission statements, etc. Facilitates change and innovation in the

instructional program.

Participate in curriculum development efforts. Clarify or interpret the

educational aims/objectives of the school program. Evaluate the total

instructional program.

Participate in the development of a Work-Based Learning Program.

Advocate for the use of technology to change the delivery of instruction.

Provide in-service staff development opportunities to address specific

needs. Organize orientation programs for new staff.

Assist in the development and implementation of programs to meet the

needs of at-risk students.

Special Student Populations: (ESL, special education Title I students, and

at-risk students) coordinate activities in the planning, organization,

staffing and review of programs serving the above special populations in

the school.

Work in conjunction with the principal of the middle school & high school

in the coordination and articulation of transitional programs.

Develop, coordinate and implement the school's strategic plan in

alignment with the District Strategic Plan.

Responsible for organizing and supervising school sponsored events

within and outside of the school.

Assess the effectiveness of the school's programs and report annually to

the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee any necessary

changes.

Remain current of changes in local, state and national education policy.

Demonstrate a personal and professional code of ethics.

Demonstrate values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to higher

levels of performance.

Treat people fairly, equitably, and with dignity and respect in an ethical

manner.

Protect the rights and confidentiality of students and staff.

Prepare the master schedules for students/staff.

Perform technical/managerial duties necessary to the daily operations of

the school.

Prepare the annual operating budget for the school.

Responsible for the safety, cleanliness and appearance for the entire school

complex.

Influence policy and implement the same at the building level.

Conduct building level staff meetings.

Communicates program progress, school programs, achievements and

special events and activities.

Collaborate with families and community members, responding to diverse

community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources.

Model integrity, fairness and ethical behavior to help in the development of

a caring and supportive school community.

Embrace diversity and gender equity in support of a multi-lingual,

multicultural, multi-social and economically diverse community.

Participate in district-wide initiatives - examples to include alternative

schools, management information, safety, teacher evaluations and School

Improvement Team.

Assist in the development and implementation of programs to meet the

needs of at-risk students.

Perform any other duties as may be necessary from one's own observation

or as directed by the Superintendent of Schools and/or his/her designee.

Supervises and Evaluates:

Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of all personnel

assigned to Alternative Learning Academy.

Minimal Qualifications:

R.I. certification: Building Level Administrator PK-12

Master's Degree

Three years successful teaching experience

Knowledgeable of the Rhode Island Special Education Referral to

Placement Process

Knowledgeable of Multi-Tier System of Supports

Knowledge and experience with educator teacher evaluation

Demonstrated commitment and experience in the integration of

technology in instruction

Supervisory\administrative experience in servicing students with Autism,

Developmental Disabilities and Emotional Disturbance.

Term Of Employment:

Work year with salary as determined by the West Warwick School Committee.

Evaluation:

An annual performance evaluation will be completed by the Superintendent or

designee.

Position Type:Full-time