What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal position at Camden City School District?
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- Master’s degree or higher
- Valid Principal Certificate of Eligibility or Standard Certificate in the state of New Jersey (or the equivalent license from another state)
- At least 3 years of school-based leadership experience as a Principal, Vice Principal, or equivalent role in an urban turnaround school setting
- Demonstrated success dramatically improving student achievement in low-performing schools, and a track record of making data-driven decision grounded in the use of staff performance and student achievement data
- At least 5 years of successful teaching experience in a PreK-12 setting with demonstrated student achievement gains
- History of effectively coaching both new and experienced teachers towards improving their ability to deliver outstanding instruction
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing
- A valid driver’s license as well as current insurance and vehicle with valid registration
- Required criminal history background check, physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to work in the U.S.
- Certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership (with Master’s Degree)
- Commitment to the success of all Camden students and specifically to raising the academic achievement of children in high - poverty communities
- Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals
- Superior management skills, including influencing and motivating others to achieve outstanding results
- Candor: comfort leading difficult conversations with adults, guided by making decisions that are in the best interests of students and families
- Coaching teachers on classroom management skills, using instructional time effectively and setting clear academic and behavioral expectations for students
- Creative and outside of the box thinking
- Managing towards outcomes and ambitious goals despite significant obstacles
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities to learn
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Flexible, optimistic approach; comfortable with change and ambiguity
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take initiative
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully engage families and communities.
- Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
- Fluency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and basic Web browsers and searches
- Commitment to the success of all Camden students and specifically to raising the academic achievement of children in high- poverty communities
- Demonstrated ability to develop a vision and inspire others to achieve shared goals
- Superior management skills, including influencing and motivating others to achieve outstanding results
- Candor: comfort leading difficult conversations with adults, guided by making decisions that are in the best interests of students and families
- Coaching teachers on classroom management skills, using instructional time effectively and setting clear academic and behavioral expectations for students
- Managing towards outcomes and ambitious goals despite significant obstacles
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders
- Desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities to learn
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
- Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Flexible, optimistic approach; comfortable with change and ambiguity
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and take initiative
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and achievement-oriented environment
- Demonstrated ability to analyze data effectively
- Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
- Fluency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and basic Web browsers and searches
- Camden City Principal and Supervisor Association (CCPSA) Salary Guide
- Twelve-month, tenureable position
- Camden City Principal and Supervisor Association
- Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
- Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
- Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation
Position Type:
School Leadership/Principal
School Leadership/Principal
Date Posted:
4/8/2022
4/8/2022
Location:
Camden, NJ
(High-Needs School)
Camden, NJ
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
Immediately
Immediately
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Until Filled
In our District, we put students first. Our vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where they are valued, challenged, and prepared for college and careers that positively impact their community and the world. High quality schools have a great teacher in every classroom, are housed in safe, clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century learners, with the support of an efficient and effective Central Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in place, working together with partners and the community to provide all students the academic, social, and emotional supports needed to succeed in school and beyond. Read more here.
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Principal.
An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with:
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Principal.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Principal will work closely with the Assistant Superintendent and other senior district officials to ensure that students receive outstanding academic and non-instructional support and services in their schools. The Principal holds a critical position as the instructional, organizational and culture leader of their school and will work closely with various departments at the central office to ensure all school-based staff and students are set up for success. The Principal will also work closely with parents and the community to build healthy, beneficial and respectful relationships in order to positively impact school goals. The Principal will serve as a key district leader and will be responsible for making the Superintendent’s vision for change a reality at the school level in alignment with the district’s strategic plan.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Major roles and responsibilities include:
CORE COMPETENCIES
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Major roles and responsibilities include:
CORE COMPETENCIES
An ideal candidate for this role will demonstrate the following and/or have experiences with:
CORE VALUES
We are seeking individuals who will exemplify the district’s core values:
Respect and Humility: We serve our community by recognizing the strengths, experiences, and perspectives of others. We humbly recognize our own limitations and incorporate lessons we gain from our reflective practice.
Evidence-based: We use evidence to inform decisions and to ensure that we are accountable to our students and families.
Communication & Collaboration: We communicate openly and work collaboratively, recognizing that getting to the best possible decisions requires input from others. Honest communications build trust and establish a community that assumes best intentions.
Solutions-oriented: With respect for the complexity of this work and the history that precedes us, we focus on persistence, resourcefulness, and inclusiveness to drive toward solutions.
REPORTS TO AND EVALUATED BY
Superintendent or designee
SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, AND UNION AFFILIATION
Salary Range:THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
(Pending availability of funds and Superintendent’s approval)
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