Principal – Middle School
Position Opening for the 2013-14 School Year
Overview of E.L. Haynes
E.L. Haynes Public Charter School in Washington, D.C. seeks a Middle School Principal to join a first-rate team at a school that is nationally recognized as a Center for Excellence. The next middle school principal will take an excellent program, only in its third year, and make it the exemplar for the city and the nation.
Today, E.L. Haynes students significantly outperform the city-wide average of students scoring proficient or advanced on the DC-CAS exam. In the 2011-12 school year, 82% of E.L. Haynes 8th-graders scored proficient or advanced in math, and 75% scored proficient or advanced in reading (compared to the citywide average of 57% and 48%, respectively). The school currently serves 950 students from Pre-K through Grade 10, and will continue to grow to serve more than 1,100 students through Grade 12. The diversity of our students is one of the most unique traits of the school – 51% African American, 35% Latino, 9% Caucasian, 4% Multi-race, 1% Asian, 68% free and reduced price lunch, 23% English Language Learners, and 18% special education. E.L. Haynes provides a rigorous, college-preparatory education, typically reserved for an elite few, to students from all backgrounds in our nation's capital.
As a member of the Leadership Team, the Middle School Principal will have a unique opportunity to lead the school's implementation and execution of key strategies to achieve outstanding results for all students. S/he will be part of a dynamic, collaborative organization that has developed a culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. In addition, s/he will impact education beyond the school's walls as part of E.L. Haynes' Broader Impact efforts. These systemic reform initiatives include shaping policy, developing human capital, convening practitioners, and launching innovation both locally and nationally. Currently, these initiatives engage teachers in more than 25 public and public charter schools in DC serving over 10,000 students funded by competitive grants from Race to the Top, the Carnegie Corporation, the Meyer Foundation, New Schools Venture Fund, other local and national organizations.
Our Mission
Every E.L. Haynes student of every race, socioeconomic status, and home language will reach high levels of academic achievement and be prepared to succeed at the college of his or her choice. Every E.L. Haynes student will be adept at mathematical reasoning, will use scientific methods effectively to frame and solve problems, and will develop the lifelong skills needed to be successful individuals, active community members, and responsible citizens.
Our Vision
E.L. Haynes will be a model of educational excellence and make a lasting impact on urban education in Washington, D.C. and across the nation.
Overview of the Role
The leadership of the Middle School is critical to the success of the mission and vision, and has the rare challenge of preparing a student body that consists of students who have grown up at E.L. Haynes and new students from throughout DC. Half of the sixth grade class (50 students) are new to E.L. Haynes and the other half (50 students) are promoted from within E.L. Haynes. The Middle School Principal is responsible for leading his/her team to dramatically catch up students who are below grade level and to accelerate students who are on or above grade level while offering an exciting program of core academics (i.e. reading & writing, humanities, math, and science), electives (e.g. music, art, health & fitness, robotics, drama), world language, and competitive athletics to all our students, including those who have English language acquisition and special education needs. The Principal will be responsible for supervising instructional staff, overseeing the development of curriculum, ensuring all student needs are met, and engaging families in the support of every student. In order to lead the remarkable staff, s/he must have core content expertise in order to coach teachers and guide their development.
The Principal will work closely with the Head of School; Chief Academic Officer; Directors of Student Support Services, Teacher Development and Evaluation, Literacy, Numeracy, Response to Intervention, Technology Innovation, Student Performance and Assessment; the Elementary and High School Principals, and Middle School Assistant Principal to provide consistent, effective school leadership. He/she will report to the Chief Academic Officer.
The following is a general list of responsibilities of the position; additional duties may be assigned.
Teaching and Learning
► Oversees and supports the effective, consistent teaching practices described in the E.L. Haynes Teacher Competency Rubric.
► Supports individual teachers in improving instructional practice and reaching personal goals.
► Leads the execution of the school's Instructional Strategic Plan.
► Plans and facilitates biweekly Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) meetings.
► Supervises the Assistant Principal, Restorative Justice Coordinator and Dean of Culture.
► Works with the Program Directors to organize and analyze data.
► Supports teachers in administering assessments and collecting data.
► Diagnoses and monitors student learning, instruction, and the curriculum with data.
► Provides teachers with analysis of data and identified needs.
► Collects assessment data identified in the school's accountability plan.
► Communicates with parents about the curriculum/instructional program at E.L. Haynes.
► Supports the implementation of a comprehensive arts, language, and health/fitness program.
School Culture
► Communicates the school's vision and builds teams to support the mission, vision and values.
► Motivates adults to demonstrate their belief that all students can learn at high levels and to accept responsibility for meeting student achievement goals.
► Leads the development and revision of the school's social curriculum.
► Monitors and supports the use of the social curriculum, including restorative justice practices.
► Fosters student leadership, efficacy and stewardship.
► Is accessible to students and parents.
► Engages families and larger community in the life of the school.
Aligned Staff
► Develops annual strategic staffing plan aligned with Instructional Strategic Plan with CAO.
► Works with the Human Capital Manager to recruit, select and evaluate high quality staff.
► Plans and leads weekly Professional Development aligned with school goals.
► Plans summer training for new staff with Director of Teacher Development and Evaluation.
► Facilitates setting of campus and grade level achievement SMART goals.
► Leads the Professional Growth Plan Cycle for the campus.
► Meets with teachers about individual professional development goals.
► Seeks professional development opportunities for individuals and entire staff to support goals in concert with the Director of Teacher Development and Evaluation.
► Arranges school visits and supports peer observation and critique.
► Leads a high functioning Instructional Leadership Team (ILT).
► Prepares weekly staff notes to provide on-going communication with teachers and campus staff.
► Edits/Revises staff handbook as needed.
Systems and Operations
► Works with the Operations Manager to manage the day-to-day operations of the campus.
► Develops school calendar with other principals and Chief Academic Officer.
► Develops the bell schedule for all grade levels and subject areas with Chief Academic Officer.
► Develops inclusion and English language learning schedule with Director of Student Support Services, campus Inclusion Coordinator, and Director of English Language Learning.
► Attends Board meetings and Board's School Performance Committee Meetings, as needed.
► Works with principals and Chief Financial Officer to draft budget.
► Manages middle school budget.
Personal Leadership
► Models the behaviors of effective leadership: goal-oriented, facilitative, resilient, adaptive, belief-based action, culturally-competent.
► Demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to ongoing learning.
► Uses effective interpersonal skills to build trust.
► Sets ambitious targets and maintains a relentless focus to achieve school goals.
► Takes personal responsibility for student achievement and success.
The Ideal Candidate will possess:
► A belief that all children, from every background, must receive an excellent, college-preparatory education, and are able to reach high levels of academic achievement.
► Fully embraces serving students with English language learning and special needs.
► A track record of success as the Principal of a high-performing school and/or as a Principal that has led dramatic increases in student achievement.
► Content expertise in a core subject area (Math, Reading and Writing, or Science) required.
► Demonstrated ability to coach, lead, and collaborate with adults from a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds.
► Demonstrated ability to build and keep strong relationships with diverse students and families.
► Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
► Self-motivation, especially when juggling competing priorities.
► Ability to think strategically, translate thoughts to action, and follow-through with all details.
► Humility, a sense of humor, and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.
► Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Salary & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, depending on experience and qualifications.
E.L. Haynes is an equal-opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and promote for all jobs on the basis of merit, qualifications, skills and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. E.L. Haynes will fully comply with all employment-related and other laws. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual's qualifications as related to the requirement of the position being filled.
To Apply
Please visit the Join Our Team page on the E.L. Haynes website; http://www.elhaynes.
E.L. HAYNES PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL
Iris Olsen
Human Capital and Recruitment Manager
E.L. Haynes Public Charter School
3600 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20010
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