Luce Team Chair/ Administrator- Elementary

The Canton Public Schools seeks experienced, equity-oriented, and intellectually-curious applicants for the position of Team Chair/Administrator at the Luce Elementary School.

The new Team Chair/Administrator will join a vibrant and supportive administrative team that places a high priority on collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and commitment to the districts Strategic Framework, particularly its unwavering commitment to educational equity.

As an inclusive community with a focus on a growth mindset for all students and adults, the Luce Elementary School educates just under 500 students in grades K-5. With an equity lens, the Luce Elementary School is transforming the educational experience for our students by cultivating a school culture and climate that supports social-emotional learning for our students and by transforming teaching and learning through the purposeful design of innovative and authentic student experiences.

With the Strategic Framework, and with a deep commitment to promoting a culture that is inspiring, healthy, and nurturing for both students and staff, the Canton Public Schools have embarked on a truly exciting journey. We are eager to find the next member of our leadership team who collaborates and leads our educators to create the conditions necessary so that every child experiences the true joy of learning, the excitement of achievement, and an authentic sense of belonging in their school.

Below is a list of the major responsibilities of the role of Team Chair/Administrator.

Team Chair Responsibilities: 50% of Role

• Manage the special education caseload and all aspects of the special education process at theLuce Elementary School in alignment with state and district guidelines; including leading special education meetings as well as the development and distribution of IEPs
• Supervise and evaluate special education staff and related service providers in concert with the building principal
• Attend and participate in all Student Services Department Meetings, CPS Professional Development, Student Services Training, and Compliance meetings
• Additional responsibilities as determined by the Principal and/or Director and Assistant Director of Student Services and/or Superintendent

Administrator Responsibilities: 50% of the Role

• Perform administrative duties in collaboration with the Principal
• Evaluate Unit A and Unit E staff in collaboration with the principal aligned to the DESE Evaluation System Guidelines
• Support and develop instructional practices, including a focus on inclusive best practices amongstthe Luce teaching staff
• Support building-based professional development
• Support the development of a healthy school culture for adults and students, with an understanding of accountability, responsibility, growth, and safety
• Facilitate designated building-based investigations and disciplinary meetings as it pertains to staff and students in collaboration with the Principal
• Assist in operational planning and implementation throughout the school year
• Coordinate MCAS state testing
• Additional responsibilities as determined by the Principal and/or Director and Assistant Director of Student Services and/or Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS: We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the position.

• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity with personal values of equity, inclusion, and an authentic sense of belonging within the essential role of public schools
• Demonstrated experience across the responsibilities listed above
• Demonstrated knowledge of innovative early childhood and elementary level curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices that support the success of every student
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal and MA State Special Education Laws and Regulations
• Experience in and demonstrated skills as an effective communicator, impactful collaborator, facilitative leadership, and creative problem-solver
• Demonstrated commitment to personal, team, and district-wide professional growth and ongoing learning, along with the design, implementation, and evaluation of adult learning/professional development
• Commitment to upholding personal professional values and nurturing relationships with a positive attitude, honesty, and respect
• Demonstrated professionalism, with a strong work ethic, adaptable, dependable, and responsible.

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the elementary level and proven performance in previousadministrative/leadership positions.
• Valid Massachusetts educator license as Special Education Pre-K-8 Teacher, Special Education Administrator (required) or could be obtained within a year of hire, and/or Principal/Assistant Principal license K-5 is preferred.

REPORTS TO:

Luce School Principal and Director of Student Services or Designee

SUPERVISES:

Special Education and Related Service Providers and other staff at theLuce Elementary School

WORK YEAR: 193 days

COMPENSATION:

Competitive salary with comparable districts