The Echo Valley Community School District invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Interim School Principal at Washington Village School. We are seeking a student-centered leader who can foster strong relationships, promote high-quality instruction, and ensure a smooth leadership transition for students, families, and staff.
Job Title: SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Reports To: Superintendent
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
The school principal is the instructional leader of the school and responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the implementation of all school activities including safety, climate, curriculum, instruction, student support, and finance. This position requires a commitment to racial equity, as well as other forms of education equity around class, ability, language, gender, and sexuality.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as instructional leaders
Maintains a strong, safe, and supportive school climate that is conducive to learning
Leads day-to-day operations within the school
Maintains fidelity to the supervisory union and school continuous improvement plan, and making decisions with consideration for system priorities and initiatives
Provides supervision and evaluation of staff, for the purpose of improving teaching and learning
Uses data to inform decision-making based upon what is best for students (as opposed to adults)
Articulates progress and the well-being of school and students to the school community
Developes building specific policies and practices that support the educational mission of the school and district
Facilitates the development, articulation, and implementation of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by all stakeholders
Promotes the success of every student by advocating, nurturing, and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth
Facilitates the coordination and management of the organization, operations, and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment
Collaborates with faculty and staff, principal colleagues, and central office staff
Responds to diverse community interests and needs, while leveraging community resources
Acts with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner
Responds to the political, social, economical, legal and cultural context of school administration
Prepares and administers the school budget and supervises school finances
Prepares or supervises the preparation of reports, records, lists, and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the school’s administration
Assumes responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board policies and regulations by the school’s staff and students
Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline through positive behavior interventions and supports, and progressive discipline
Supervises all professional, paraprofessional, administrative, and non-professional personnel attached to the school
OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspire a commitment to high achievement for all students
Lead staff through a process of goal setting and a data driven cycle of continuous improvement
Lead the implementation of curriculum and instructional programs, including the use of a variety of teaching and assessment strategies
Establish and maintain a commitment to parent and teacher partnerships
Exhibit a commitment to the inclusion of students with disabilities
Effectively and efficiently manage daily school operations
Promote fairness and equity for all students and members of the education community including families and the community
Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations.
Ability to simultaneously address multiple complex problems.
Ability to multitask without loss of efficiency or accuracy, including the ability to perform multiple duties from multiple sources.
Ability to work and sustain attention with distractions and/or interruptions.
Ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients.
Ability to deal with people under adverse circumstances.
Ability to work as an integral part of a team.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
Ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions.
Ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies.
Ability to perform in situations requiring speed, deadlines, or productivity quotas.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS:
Interpersonal Skills. Effectively works with others, including those with opinions or beliefs different from their own. Interacts with others in a friendly, tactful and positive manner. Treats others with dignity and respect. Builds constructive and supportive relationships with peers. Helps to create an inclusive work environment. Attempts to understand others points of view and is open to new ideas.
Team Player. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively as part of a team. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies.
Organizational/Planning Skills. Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent accuracy & attention to detail.
Flexibility/Adaptable: High degree of personal adaptability and flexibility; open to and embraces change towards the improvement of the systems. Open to new ideas and tasks without resistance; able to deal with new situations well. Versatile and capable of handling diverse assignments. Able to effectively accept constructive criticism.
Motivation/Self-Direction: Has a personal drive to succeed. Proven ability to work effectively without specific direction, and with minimal supervision. Driven to identify and implement improvements to systems and practices to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Emotional Maturity: Able to effectively handle conflict and stress; able to remain calm and professional when challenged or when others disagree.
Attitude/Personality/Style: Friendly, helpful and positive disposition; presents a professional image; patient and understanding; takes pride and personal ownership in work; responsive to the needs of others; enthusiastic; good sense of humor; positive outlook and able to see the good in every situation; honest and direct; transparent.
Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time; commits to working overtime when needed to meet deadlines. Follows established leave requesting and reporting protocols.
Problem Solving Skills: Approaches problems in a positive manner. Views impediments as solvable challenges. Able to identify practical solutions to problems. Able to resolve issues in a fair, equitable and timely manner.
Organizational Support: Follows district policies and procedures, rules of conduct, and behavior expectations. Promotes/presents a positive image of the school/district.
Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Takes responsibility for own actions. Completes tasks on time or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan. Follow through on commitments.
Job Knowledge: Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding in the areas of responsibility. Acquires needed skills and knowledge with little reluctance, continuing to grow knowledge base to remain current with new developments and industry best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. In addition to the following:
Education/ Experience:Possess an earned graduate degree; has a minimum of 3 or more years experience as teacher/leader; 2 years of school administrator experience preferred.
Certification and Licenses: Possess or be eligible for licensure as a PreK-12 principal in Vermont; Possession of a valid driver’s license; Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance.
Language Skills: Must have strong communication, computer, and interpersonal skills. Have the ability to learn and utilize new software programs as systems upgrade. Must have above average typing skills (55 wpm). Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field. Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to develop and write routine and complex reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with employees, the greater school community, and general public.
Mathematical/Reasoning Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, areas, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information presented in various formats.
Computer Skills and Experience: Training and/or experience in using Microsoft Office, Google Suite (email, calendar, docs, sheets), student information systems, grading systems, assessment systems, and computerized filing systems preferred. Have the ability to learn and utilize new software programs as systems upgrade.
Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community. Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication. Must be able to keep high levels of confidentiality in all aspects of job performance. Ability to perform duties and awareness of all School District requirements and Board policies.Has demonstrated experience successfully supporting diverse students, including students of color, English Language Learners, and LGBTQ+ students.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and use fingers, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with arms or hands. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision. The employee must be able to transport materials and equipment from building to building for meetings. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and work performed in an office environment.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Administrative Contracts are issued according to the terms stated in the contract. Any unique terms (e.g. one year, nonrenewable contracts, contacts issued after a waiver is approved by the state, multi-year contracts, etc.) will be stated in the individual contract.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Central Vermont Supervisory Union is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identify, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who particiapte in an equal opportunity investigation.
Our organization is committed to building a diverse team that represents the students we serve. We welcome applications from people of color, people from the LGBTQ+ community, and people with
disabilities.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Revised 7/1/2022
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
