Assistant Principal- Student Life

Assistant Principal- Student Life

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Assistant Principal – Student Life Barrington High School

Qualifications: 1. Hold or be eligible for a valid principal's certificate issued by the Rhode Island Department of Education 2. A Master's Degree 3. Five years’ successful classroom teaching experience 4. Demonstrated leadership and initiative in the field of education 5. Any exceptions to the above as may be acceptable to the School Committee To support Barrington's commitment to diversity, and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be expected to include people of all races, ethnicities, creeds, socioeconomic classes, gender identities, sexual orientations, and disability statuses in work activities. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity and diversity.

Reports To: Principal Supervises: All certified and non-certified personnel within the building(s) Job Goal: To lead, support and develop a climate and culture of inclusivity, respect and learning where all students feel valued, respected and a strong sense of belonging to the BHS learning community. Lead and exemplify the professional practices and responsibilities of a Professional Learning Community to foster collaboration and communication to ensure all students are successful.

Performance Responsibilities: 1. Acts under the policies established by the School Committee in all matters pertaining to the assigned building(s), including any tasks as assigned by the Superintendent or Principal 2. Lead professional learning around proactive social and emotional behavioral strategies to ensure all students' success 3. Monitor student attendance, including identifying, supporting and meeting with families and school staff to support chronically absent students 4. Supervise the creation and implementation of student attendance plans 5. Meet regularly with student groups around social media, positive behavioral responses and regular attendance 6. Meet regularly with student leadership groups (Student Council, Ambassadors, etc.) to discuss student behaviors, attendance, social media use, etc. 7. Collaborate with the SRO, as needed, on issues related to supporting student safety. 8. Be prepared to respond to student behavioral issues as they arise and investigate and follow-up on bullying-related incidents 9. Lead schoolwide initiatives around restorative justice practices to support students and maintain student accountability 10. Promote student agency and collaboration in school climate initiatives 11. Lead the office staff in planning daily teacher coverage needs 12. Supervise and monitor student congestion areas, including daily bus drop-off and pick-up, hallways and bathrooms and the student parking lot 13. Supervising daily after-school detention and assigning coverage for any In-school suspension as needed 14. Provide daily lunch supervision 15. Coordinate, plan and manage AP test ordering and administration and assist with other state testing administration requirements as needed. 16. Share the caseload of student 504 plans between building administrators to monitor, implement and communicate student 504 plans 17. Work collaboratively with building administrators to supervise and evaluate certified staff as needed 18. Works with all building and District staff to develop and maintain a positive school climate conducive to effective learning and optimum teaching and characterized by a common purpose, mission, vision, and high expectations and success for all. 19. Supports the full inclusion of all learners in all aspects of the school committee, championing the belief that all students can achieve at high levels 20. Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for school objectives and programs; interprets School Committee policies and administrative directives; resolves student problems; encourages community participation in the school's educational program. 21. Assists in the selection of personnel and recommends personnel appointments and assignments to the Principal. 22. Submits reports as required by the Superintendent, Principal and other local, regional or state agencies. 23. Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field. 24. Reflect on practice and assume responsibility for their own professional development by actively seeking and participating in opportunities to learn and grow as professionals and enhance the instructional core. 25. Works with the Principal to ensure that all aspects of the school's operation complement, integrate with and advance the District's strategic plan. 26. Follow school policy and procedures, respecting the boundaries of professional responsibilities, when working with students, colleagues, and families. 27. Interact with students, colleagues, parents, and others in a professional manner that is fair and equitable and guided by codes of professional conduct. 28. Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics; Use effective communication skills with students, colleagues, families and related agencies (spoken, written and non-verbal); Complete all requested forms, reports, and data collections in an accurate and timely manner; Perform the functions of the position in accordance with the: RI Professional Teaching Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws, regulations, school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-based plans, and administrative priorities / requests; and Perform other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions of the position. 29. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrators.

Terms of Employment: Twelve month work year. Salary to be established by the School Committee. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the School Committee policy on Evaluation of Administrative personnel. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer screen, and to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. The employee is also required to move from location to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and drive a vehicle. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing. The employee may need to engage in CPI restraint and must be able to receive CPI training. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. "The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or present honorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs and activities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs."

Position Type: Full-time Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements: At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Application Instructions: Welcome to the Barrington School District. Barrington Schools actively seeks applications from only the most capable, professional candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Only complete SchoolSpring application packets, including letter of intent (Cover Letter) will be considered. Please do not send paper applications. Applicants must be currently certified by the Rhode Island Department of Education for the position for which they are applying. If selected for interview, you will be required to bring the following items with you:

1. Original Rhode Island Teacher or Administrator Certification
2. Certified transcripts
3. Original, signed professional letters of recommendation (references should be less than one year old, from persons not related to you whom you have known for at least one year) Original Praxis or NTE Scores

Contact Information: Christopher Ashley, Principal 220 Lincoln Avenue Barrington, Rhode Island 02806 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io