SWBN0281616-0000
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2023-08-11T00:00:00
Southern Westchester BOCES is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Assistant Principal at our Rye Lake MS/HS, beginning as soon as possible. SWBOCES, whose core values are trust, respect, collaboration, while always striving for excellence, provides special education programs throughout Westchester County which offer the full continuum of student services. The Rye Lake Middle/High School located in North White Plains, New York serves needs of all students in a supportive and therapeutic setting, while simultaneously emphasizing social and emotional skill development and a rigorous curriculum aligned to the NYS Standards. PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:In collaboration with the school principal, staff and students, build and maintain a positive school culture.Support the principal in the leadership of the school, aligned to the vision of the building and the vision of Southern Westchester BOCESCollaborate with the Director, Assistant Director and Principals to lead building and center-wide initiatives.Support and lead a consistently therapeutic approach to all students.Facilitate and lead student management and discipline, prioritizing keeping students in school.In collaboration with the leadership team, identify and provide for the delivery of relevant Professional LearningSupervise and evaluate instructional and support staff in accordance with the agreed upon APPR Plan, Board of Education Policies, and employment contracts.Communicate with, and maintain positive relationships with, parents, component school district personnel, colleagues and community partners.Manage and facilitate Human Resources functions as necessary, including hiring and employee management.Participate in program development based upon identified needs and projections.Collaborate, regarding shared students, with colleagues from the SWBOCES Center for Career ServicesServe as a member of the SWBOCES District-Wide Leadership TeamSupport student and staff Social/Emotional well-beingLead and facilitate debrief and forward planning sessions related to behavior or crisis situations.Support, implement or initiate programs to increase student attendance and academic achievement. QUALIFICATIONS:New York State School Building Leader CertificationNew York State Teaching Certification: Special Education preferred.Excellent speaking, writing and listening skills.Prior teaching, related service or clinical experience: minimum of three years preferred.Understanding of New York State Next Generation Learning StandardsUp-to-date knowledge and understanding of Part 100 and 200 NYS Commissioner’s Regulations and the CSE process.Thorough knowledge of graduation requirements and pathways for Special Education students, adult and community agencies that serve adults with disabilities as well as the process of transitioning from high school to adulthood. The Southern Westchester Board of Cooperative Educational Services, its officers and employees, does not discriminate against any individuals, including but not limited to students, employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, marital status, partner status, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, weight, military status or service, political affiliation, or domestic violence victim status. This policy of nondiscrimination includes access by students to educational programs; counseling services for students; course offerings and student activities; recruitment, appointment and promotion of employees; and employment pay and benefits. This policy also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to either Suzanne Doherty or Steve Tibbetts, Compliance Officers at Southern Westchester BOCES, 17 Berkley Drive, Rye Brook, NY 10573. (914) 937-3820.
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SWBOCES
Lower Hudson Valley
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