LYNNFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
LYNNFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS

POSITION: High School Principal
Lynnfield High School

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Schools, the High School Principal is an instructional leader, who oversees the management and operations of the school, promotes family and community engagement, while ensuring a professional culture. The district is searching for a collaborative, visionary leader who embraces all of the above as one professional learning community.

Elements of Expected Practice:
The essential elements of expected practice listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of expected practice does not exclude them from the position if responsibilities are similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Instructional Leadership:

● Promote a shared vision that makes powerful teaching and learning the central focus of schooling
● Ensure that all teachers design effective and rigorous standards-based units of instruction consisting of well-structured lessons with measurable outcomes
● Ensure that instructional practices in all settings reflect high expectations regarding content and quality of effort and work, engage all students, and are personalized to accommodate diverse learning styles, needs, interests, and levels of readiness

● Ensure that all teachers use a variety of formal and informal methods and assessments to measure student learning, growth, and understanding and make necessary adjustments to their practice when students are not learning

● Provide effective and timely supervision and evaluation in alignment with state regulations and contract provisions
● Use multiple sources of evidence related to student learning, including state, district, and school assessment results and growth data to inform school and district goals and improve organizational performance, educator effectiveness, and student learning

● Participate in system-wide curriculum development and work with faculty to improve and revise curricula on a continuing basis

● Maintain a professional understanding of the current research related to the improvement of teaching and learning

Management and Operations:

● Ensure a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment, using resources to implement appropriate curriculum, staffing, and scheduling

● Implement a cohesive approach to recruitment, hiring, induction, development, and career growth that promotes high-quality and effective practice

● Use systems to ensure optimal use of time for teaching, learning, and collaboration
● Understand and comply with state and federal laws and mandates, school committee policies, collective bargaining agreements, and ethical guidelines
● Develop a budget that supports the district’s vision, mission, and strategy
● Allocate and manage expenditures consistent with district/school-level improvement plans and available resources

Family and Community Engagement:

● Promote effective partnerships with families, community organizations, and other stakeholders that support the mission of the school and district

● Collaborate with families to support student learning and development both at home and at school
● Engage in regular, two-way, culturally proficient communication with families about student learning and performance
● Address family concerns in an equitable, effective and efficient manner
● Communicate consistently and regularly with the wider school community regarding school activities and initiatives

Professional Culture:

● Promote and maintain high standards for staff, students, and community members in relation to the mission, vision, and core values of the school and district

● Provide procedures and protocols that foster a culture of respect and collaboration

Education and Qualifications:

● Prior experience teaching at the high school/grade 9-12 level required
● A Master’s of Education Degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required
● Evidence of at least 5 years of successful school leadership and administrative experience
● Ability to identify, select, motivate, and evaluate high-quality staff
● Demonstrate knowledge and ability in the areas of curriculum and instruction, staff supervision, special education, and technology
● Evidence of a strong reputation for building positive, supportive relationships with all students/staff/community members and for treating all with dignity and respect
● MA DESE Principal/Assistant Principal license 9-12 (or proof of eligibility for MA license)

START DATE: July 1, 2023

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 17, 2023

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants are asked to submit the following documents through School Spring (www.schoolspring.com) in Microsoft
Word or PDF format by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 17, 2023.

● A current resume
● At least three letters of reference written within the last three to five years
● A copy of their Massachusetts principal licensure or proof of eligibility for a Massachusetts license

Interested candidates are also asked to provide a written submission of no more than 500 words to the following question:

It is clear that the pandemic has significantly impacted public education. As an educational leader what do you believe are the bright spots in our schools that may come out of the pandemic and what do you think are the challenges that will remain?

Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Lynnfield Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $162,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
No.

Experience:

• School Leadership and Administrative: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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