Principal Of The K-8 Florida Ruffin Ridley School

The Public Schools of Brookline Principal of the K-8 Florida Ruffin Ridley School District Profile The Public Schools of Brookline serves 7000+ students and provides an extraordinary education for every child. Eight K-8 schools feed into one comprehensive high school. Brookline's Pre-K-8 system provides distinct advantages for children. Each child's unique path to achievement is supported in academically exciting and programmatically rich environments. A dynamic, diverse community of teaching professionals works collaboratively, innovating and inspiring each other and their students. Staff gets to know students intellectually, developmentally and culturally.
School Profile Located in the vibrant Coolidge Corner neighborhood, the Florida Ruffin Ridley (FRR) School is the largest of Brookline's PK-8 schools, serving a population of 850+ students. The school reflects and respects human diversity, welcoming students from all over the world.
Historically, FRR is remembered as the public school that was attended by President John F. Kennedy. The school's 3rd graders honor the memory and legacy of John F. Kennedy every year by engaging in a four-week study in collaboration with the JFK National Historic Site, which culminates into students reading essays and poems about what JFK means to them.
The Florida Ruffin Ridley School faculty represents an array of talented professionals. The school maintains a strong emphasis on adult learning. Each year, FRR teachers are awarded numerous grants from the Brookline Education Foundation. Over the years, our staff has had the opportunity to undertake various summer and year-long learning programs, such as "Fostering Adult Learning Groups", "Building Science Professional Development Capacity", "Improving Writing through Writers' Express Strategies", and more.
Community service is one of the many attributes defining the Florida Ruffin Ridley School spirit. Parents at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School are active members in the PTO. Together with the Florida Ruffin Ridley School Alliance, a nonprofit corporation comprising alumni and current families, and with our diligent principal, the traditions of excellence and caring, which are the hallmarks of the FRR community, have been maintained and enhanced.
Job Description The Public Schools of Brookline seek an outstanding administrator to serve as Principal of the K-8 Florida Ruffin Ridley School responsible for Educational Leadership, School Management, Professional Development, Equity and Relationships with Community.
Educational Leadership Leads with integrity, courage, vision, hope, and compassionServes as the school site leader, the primary liaison between the school and the district officeMakes decisions based on sound educational principlesCommunicates the school and district vision, goals, needs, and accomplishments to students, school personnel, families, and the communityEstablishes and maintains a healthy school climate focusing on the learning of students and staffPromotes ongoing positive communication with parents and community agencies, effectively involving them in the education of childrenProvides direction to staff in developing and maintaining a rigorous and relevant course of study, meeting the needs of studentsImplements and monitors school curriculum to ensure that content, scope and sequence are appropriate to student learning at different grade levels and reflect the principles of the state's Common Core of Learning and Curriculum FrameworksLeads pedagogy and curriculum, within established parameters, designed to meet student needs; to influence continuous improvement for all studentsFosters creative and innovative learning environments in which all students are inspired to excelEstablishes standards and expectations for proper student conduct; supports the appropriate methods to encourage discipline and commitment to adhere to established guides; maintains high expectations and motivation for all students to engage in continuous learning and developmentImplements and supervises the evaluation of instructional programs; interprets data to improve learning and teachingIntegrates theory, principles, practices, and recent research for effective teaching, learning, and curriculum developmentWorks closely with the Director of Special Education and Deputy Superintendent of Student Services to ensure that the special education needs of children are met effectively and efficientlyOversees the implementation of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System within the school, as appropriateSupervises and evaluates staff using performance standards; works to ensure excellence in instruction and ongoing improvementImplements comprehensive student support services and activities geared to the needs and interests of all studentsEquity Serves as an advocate for equal access to education and equal opportunities in education for all childrenApplies and adapts school or state guidelines to meet needs of a diverse student population in compliance with federal and state law, state regulations, and school committee policy, as applicablePromotes respect for all members of the school community. Fosters a school climate that addresses the individual needs of students in a diverse societyRecognizes and addresses bias in teaching materials, assessment instruments, school practices, and school organization. Works to eliminate biasWorks closely with the Deputy Superintendent of Student Services and the Director of Special Education in ensuring that appropriate instruction and services are provided for students with special needsSchool Management Manages the school effectivelyCollaborates well with staff in decision-making, team building and developing productive strategies which foster improving learning and teachingAdministers the school budget. Serves as the liaison between the central office and the school regarding financial decisions and concerns; works closely with the Deputy Superintendent for Finance and Administration; communicates prudent fiscal practices to staffMaintains respectful, honest, open, and effective communication with school staff, the district office, parents, and community members; apprises the Superintendent of significant events occurring in the schoolOversees the management of the school facilities and services, working closely with the Director of Operations and Facilities to ensure productive practicesOversees data collection at the site level; ensures accuracy of school reporting to the central office and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)Understands effective methods and approaches to organizational change and uses these in creating and maintaining a healthy school climate which promotes dialogue and the exchange of ideas leading to increased student learningForesees potential difficult, negative, and/or volatile situations and takes productive steps to prevent them from happeningPromotes the use of conflict resolution, mediation, and negotiation strategies to resolve conflict; foresees problems and works to avoid themProfessional Development Coordinates effective professional development programs with staff members focusing on the vision and goals of the school and consistent with district staff development goals and objectivesWorks closely with the Deputy Superintendent of Teaching & Learning in ensuring that school goals and professional development practices dovetail with and reinforce district goalsModels ongoing professional development through personal scholarship, reflective practices, and serving as a teacher of teachersApplies knowledge of adult learning to effective staff development programs and in-service educationProvides resources and opportunities to enhance staff performanceAdministers services and programs which acknowledge the diverse needs of both seasoned educators and new teachersDevelops a personal plan for professional development based upon self-reflection and external evaluationRelationships with the Community Promotes partnerships among staff, parents, business, and the communityAssesses the needs of parents and community members and involves them in decision making as appropriateAll other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications: The successful candidate should have a minimum of 3-5 years' teaching experience and a minimum of 3 years' experience as an elementary/middle school principal or assistant principal or similar leadership experience with a master's degree or higher, excellent communication skills and a strong knowledge base regarding K-8 curriculum and pedagogyMassachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as an Elementary School Principal/Assistant Principal is requiredDemonstrated belief in cultural competence and the ability to advance the district's commitment to acknowledging and celebrating diversity within our communityJob Requirements: Citizenship, residency OR WORK VISA IN United States required
Salary: Highly competitive compensation packet
Application packets must include: Copy of Mass, DESE license or license numberCurrent professional resumeThe posting will close on January 12, 2025 ***All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law. For a full copy of the Covid-19 vaccination policy please click here. The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.
The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

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