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ORGANIZATION

Fortune School of Education, established in 1989, provides preparation programs to fill the pipeline of educators needed in today's schools. It was the brainchild of Dr. Rex Fortune. As a school superintendent, he saw an opportunity to bring more diverse teaching candidates into public schools, especially in the science and mathematics instruction shortage.

Understanding the unique needs of teachers, students, and the broader school system was something Dr. Fortune honed throughout his career. He served as a public school superintendent in California for over 20 years. Fortune holds a doctorate in education from Stanford University. The culmination of Dr. Fortune's extensive experience and expertise has created the exceptional graduate school now known as Fortune School of Education.

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OPPORTUNITY

The Principal serves as the educational leader and chief administrator of the staff and students at the school site. The Principal is responsible for the direction of the instructional program, operation of the school plant, development, and monitoring of the school budget. The Principal oversees the total school program to meet the needs of students. The Principal will serve as an administrative team member dedicated to cultivating excellence throughout the school and community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities of the Principal include:

Curriculum Development, Supervision, and Evaluation

Serve as a curricular leader; understands school curriculum, ensures teaching of the written curriculum, helps staff use curriculum resources
Participates in and leads curriculum development activities commensurate with school and district goals
Provides opportunities and encouragement for the team to increase professional expertise
Identifies curricular and extra-curricular needs by analyzing current programs and student achievement
Works in collaboration with staff to develop the master schedule
Regularly uses the results of student assessment data to identify problems and implement program improvements and pacing. Provides continuous supervision and evaluation of the regular and special education programs and operational activities within the school
Interprets and implements the approved curriculum program and ensures that instruction aligns with state standards

Student Assessment and Monitoring

Excellence in assessment; emphasizes student achievement as the primary outcome of schooling
Systematically assesses and monitors student progress using objective and verifiable information whenever possible
Works with staff to systematically identify and respond to at-risk students; makes referrals to appropriate community agencies when needed
Provides meaningful information to parents/guardians and others regarding student progress
Maintains policies and practices for grading, reporting, and promoting

Student, Staff, and Community Relations

Communicates high expectations for both staff and students and provides appropriate motivation to reach expectations
Solicits information from school personnel and community in gauging the school climate
Recognizes efforts of students and teachers
Promotes the improvement of student and staff self-images. Models and facilitates good human relations skills; effectively interact with others

Establishing an Effective Workplace

Develops and maintains positive staff morale
Provides orientation for newly assigned staff members and assists in their professional development
Conducts meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the school
Implements a discipline code that is fair and promotes orderliness and student learning
Protects instructional time by minimizing interruptions to the instructional process
Coordinates teacher and student schedules to promote maximum learning and minimize conflict
Maintains high visibility in the school
Provides for adequate supervision and acceptable student behavior at all school functions planned and operated by school personnel
Staff Supervision and Personnel Evaluation
Supervises professionals, teacher assistants, secretaries, and classroom volunteers
Assists in personnel evaluation and demonstrates objectivity in the process
Assist with recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and evaluation of the school personnel
Makes personnel assignments based on knowledge of employee abilities, qualifications, past performances, and school needs.

Communication and Community Relations

Interact, listens, and responds appropriately to staff, student, and community concerns
Respects differences of opinion and fosters open communications among staff
Communicates effectively with students individually and in groups
Maintain communication with the appropriate central office administrators informed of school activities and problems such as transportation, special services, discipline, etc.
Collaborate with the central office and other personnel to share ideas and concerns
Interacts with school personnel and parent groups to promote positive outcomes
Encourages parent visits and involvement in decision making
Keeps the community informed about school activities through newsletters, news releases, attendance at parent meetings, etc.
Effectively utilizes community resources and volunteers to promote student learning

Decision Making and Problem-Solving

Considers research, alternatives, and consequences in the decision-making process
Effectively delegates decision-making and problem-solving to appropriate personnel
Makes decisions in a timely fashion and maximizes decisions' effectiveness by follow-up actions
Establish an effective school administrative organization with clear lines of responsibility, including the necessary delegation of authority. Identifies problem areas and seeks solutions before crises develop
Implements needed change with appropriate support of staff, students, and community

Delegates authority to responsible personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal

Professional Development

Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field
Assumes responsibility for their professional growth and development. Views self as a role model for expected staff behavior. Perceives self as a change agent; works for self and organizational renewal
Provide leadership in the development, direction, and innovation of educational programs designed to meet the needs of students groups, including English learners and Special Education
Effectively utilizes the expertise of school personnel, including self, in staff development
Helps teachers implement objectives for themselves and students
Provides opportunities for teachers to share and demonstrate successful practices

Building Management, Record-keeping, and Financial Management

Establishes and maintains rules and procedures for student and staff safety
Promotes an aesthetically pleasing environment in the school
Monitors plant, office, and equipment maintenance. Promotes timely repair of school facilities and equipment
Effectively copes with crises and emergencies
Maintains accurate student and fiscal records. Prepares accurate budgets and effectively monitors expenditures
Prepares required district reports accurately and efficiently
Anticipates future building and equipment needs; plans appropriately to remedy
Manages the daily use of school facilities for both academic and non-academic purposes

Requirements

To fulfill these responsibilities, the ideal Principal candidate will be:

Demonstrated commitment to students and learning
Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development and program design
In-depth experience developing teachers and performance assessment
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully
Handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work as a team
Strong community-building skills
Entrepreneurial passion

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Demonstrative track record of producing high levels of growth in academic student achievement on standardized state testing

Valid Administrative Services Credential

Five or more years of successful educational experience

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment

Office environment: constant interruptions

Outdoor environment: driving a personal vehicle to conduct work; visit school sites; travel to other organizations and companies; meetings and workshops

Physical Abilities

Hearing and speaking to conduct group training, exchange information in person electronically and on the telephone

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