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JOB DESCRIPTION

This role is an exciting opportunity to serve as a leader within a diverse and dynamic team committed to transforming public education in the Providence Public School District (PPSD). We’re hiring someone who believes in the capacity of all students to achieve at high levels, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse set of partners and stakeholders to drive transformative change within and outside of an organization.

EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Rhode Island Department of Education Certification Building Administrator K-12

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND CURRICULAR LINKAGES

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES:

• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and student services.
• Demonstrated competence in staff recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to act effectively under stress.
• Ability to motivate, encourage, and work with staff to ensure outstanding performance as well as good morale.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills and; multilingualism preferred.
• Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
• Strong belief that all students can learn to high levels and thrive when given the chance.
• Able to adapt to the complexities of the urban school environment.
• Creative thinking.
• Ability to be analytical and think critically.
• Familiar with best practices on the school level that create and sustain change.
• Able to build capacity in others.
• Demonstrates leadership theories and practices.
• Knowledge of current education policy trends.
• Proven experience leading in urban district schools to accelerate student academic and learning performance.
• Extensive knowledge of comprehensive assessment systems.
• Success with professional development design and delivery to help teachers raise test scores using data.
• Proven experience in conducting rigorous evaluations of educator and school staff performance.
• Knowledge of social emotional wellness programs.
• Experience with effective instruction for English Learners and Special Education Students.
• Must have the knowledge and skills to build positive relationships with people from diverse populations.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of PPSD and the relevance of job functions to that mission and vision.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be confidential
• Must possess and consistently model excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced and demanding environment.