SCDN0337147-0000
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2025-04-04T00:00:00
WHO WE WANT:Successful SCSD employees are passionately committed to urban education and all in for Syracuse students. They:Believe strongly that all students can learn at high levels.Demonstrate commitment to serving urban students, schools or communities, and to closing the achievement gap.Demonstrate willingness to put the interests of students above all others.Actively contribute to a culture of high expectations in schools and the district.Adapt seamlessly to the complexities of the urban school environment; andFollow current trends in education policy and research.REPORTS TO: The Regional Principal at STEAM HSDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:The STEAM School Regional Vice-Principal will be expected to, in conjunction with and following the vision of the Principal, fulfill the following responsibilities:Results OrientationPromote a widely shared institutional belief that every child deserves and can have expert instruction and that all team members must be advocates for studentsSet high performance goals for self and others despite instability and obstacles to successCreate a sense of urgency and take immediate action to ensure early successesEstablish and enforce high standards for excellence with students, teachers, staff, and other stakeholdersAlign school resources and prioritize activities to achieve maximum results based on vision and goalsRelentlessly focus school activities on student achievementAction OrientationEffectively plan and take action to achieve goals and objectives without directionConsistently identify potential issues and obstacles and proactively take action to create and implement solutionsFormulate and execute on action plans despite ambiguity, obstacles or resistanceImpact and InfluenceEstablish a culture of learning and achievementAct consistently to influence others’ thinking and behavior to achieve resultsCommunicate a clear vision of success and benefits to engage all stakeholders (e.g. families, students, teachers, community members)Identify and engage stakeholders to drive consensus, build trust and facilitate changeAnticipate and respond to stakeholder concerns and identify and engage key influencers and community resources necessary for successInfluence others to take action and demand changeDevelop and Lead High Performing TeamsEffectively build and organize adult teams to mirror vision and produce maximum resultsUnderstand strengths and areas of growth for both team and individualsEffectively delegate to others and engage team in shared decision-making when appropriateEncourage learning and consistently provide instruction, expectations, feedback and other developmental activities to encourage leadership and build capacityConsistently inspire excellence and promote high moraleStrategic Planning and Problem Solving Quickly recognize patterns and trends related to school performanceAnalyze complex information to formulate strategic vision and develop action plans Identify appropriate metrics and use qualitative and quantitative data to assess performance and drive goals and decision-making. Recognize cause and effect between instructional activities and results Develop right balance of strategic and tactical plans to achieve immediate success while maintaining long-term vision Develop effective processes to achieve desired resultsThe Regional Vice-Principal will perform other duties assigned by the principal, which will include hours above and beyond the contractEDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Minimum of three years building level administrative experience requiredMinimum 3 years teaching experience preferably in STEAM related content areaStrong belief that all students can learn at high levels and focus on building this culture school-wideProven experience in STEAM and CTE curriculum development and school designEstablishes a safe school culture that is conducive to student needs and student learningFamiliar with school-level best practices to build and sustain changeDeep knowledge of current trends and best practices in STEAM and CTE education policy and research, including comprehensive assessment systems and data-driven instructionExperienced in successful design and delivery of educator professional development especially in the area of STEAMProven success in conducting rigorous evaluations of educator and school staff performanceProven experience managing school budgets and financeTraining and or experience with Culturally Relevant Education (preferred)Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected of any candidate for hireCERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:New York State Certificate in Education Administration (School Building Leader)SALARY/SALARY RANGE:Benefits per Unit 2 contractual agreement. Starting salary of $135,000.
School Leader
Syracuse City School District
Central
Annual wage
Fixed