Location: Middletown,CT, USA
Job Description:
Principal - Beman Middle School
Location: Beman Middle School
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
Mission Statement:
Middletown Public Schools cultivates the brilliance in each student.
Values and Belief Statements:
Empowerment: Middletown Public Schools empowers its students with the knowledge and skills to create lives brimming with purpose, passion and fulfillment.
Community: Middletown Public Schools harnesses the power of community by fostering an environment of mutual understanding and appreciation.
Growth: Middletown Public Schools encourages a culture of growth and exploration, inspiring lifelong learners.
Authenticity: Middletown Public Schools embraces each person's authenticity and cultivates an inclusive culture that brings about a sense of belonging.
Broad Function:
The Middle School Principal will lead, inspire, and manage a diverse school community, fostering a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment for students in grades 6 through 8. The Principal is responsible for the overall management of the school, including instructional leadership, student performance, staff development, and community engagement.
This position requires a dynamic, collaborative leader who is deeply committed to promoting the academic, social, and emotional growth of young adolescents. The ideal candidate will advance equity and excellence across all aspects of the school while cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment that respects and values the diverse backgrounds of students and staff.
Qualifications:
Education:
* Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field required.
* Valid Connecticut State certification, Intermediate Administration or Supervision (092) required.
Experience:
* Minimum of 7 years of teaching experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or administrative role required.
* Preferred experience at the middle school level.
* Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural competency.
Skills and Abilities:
* Deep knowledge of culturally responsive pedagogy, inclusive practices, and social justice issues in education.
* Proven ability to lead and support teachers in the development and implementation of effective, engaging, and standards-aligned curricula.
* Ability to skillin mentoring and coaching teachers, guiding them in improving instructional techniques and classroom management.
* Ability to lead instructional teams, facilitate collaborative planning, and promote the sharing of best practices among staff.
* Strong communication skills to effectively engage with staff, students, parents, and the community about instructional goals, progress, and outcomes.
* Ability to monitor and address disparities in student achievement and implement strategies to close achievement gaps.
* Demonstrated commitment to advancing equity and inclusivity in educational practices, ensuring that all students, regardless of background, have access to high-quality instruction and learning opportunities.
* Knowledge of culturally responsive teaching strategies and how to implement them to support a diverse student body. etc.
* Strong leadership skills with an ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a demonstrated ability to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders.
* Ability to analyze data to inform decision-making and drive improvements in educational outcomes.
* Experience in developing and delivering professional development focused on equity, cultural competency, and inclusion.
Salary & Compensation:
* Commensurate with MSAA CBA.
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