Principal, Alfred E. Burr Middle School, Grades 6-8 (C118-2425)
POSITION: Principal, Alfred E. Burr Middle School (Grades 6-8)
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools/Deputy Superintendent/Executive Director of School Leadership
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Hartford Public Schools is seeking a leader with a passion for educating children, a commitment to closing achievement gaps, and an ability to maximize learning for all students. Hartford Public Schools invites applications from knowledgeable and innovative professionals who are experienced in urban education and understand the range of academic, social, and emotional needs of students. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in providing strong instructional leadership focused on student centered learning. Successful applicants will also have robust multilingual knowledge and skills and demonstrated experience:
- Supporting all students’ well-being and academic growth;
- Recruiting and retaining high quality talent;
- Overseeing organizational systems;
- Facilitating and sustaining strong culture and climate;
- Working in a school turnaround setting; and,
- Engaging families and community partners for equity and excellence.
To learn more about Alfred E. Burr Middle School, please click here.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Extensive instructional experience in urban/multi-cultural settings and cultural responsiveness
- Knowledge of and experience with the opportunities and needs of neighborhood schools
- Strong and collaborative leadership with an honest, transparent, and inclusive style that supports high student outcomes and educational excellence
- Demonstrated knowledge and effective use of technology in instruction, management, and communication
- Record of success leading and motivating adults (as a director, chair, coach, or administrator) and students
- Knowledge of pedagogy for development of curriculum and assessment that supports student learning
- Persistent use of data and researched-based focus on student achievement
- Demonstrated equitable leadership practices that impacted instruction, culture, and climate
- Knowledge of all federal and state mandates and regulations (IDEA, 504, Title IX, MTSS, etc.)
- Demonstrated skill in diverse staff recruitment, development, supervision, evaluation, and retention
- Ability to develop the professional capacity and practice of school personnel to promote student achievement
- Outstanding and visible communication skills with the ability to foster strong relationships with all members of the school community (students, teachers, families, staff) and community at large to advance the school’s mission and vision
- Demonstrated experience building partnerships and resources for a school and a willingness to work with various community partners
- Unwavering commitment to high academic achievement, social-emotional, and whole child development of all students
- Experience with multiple approaches to address behaviors and instructional practices that empower students, such as restorative practices, student centered learning, etc.
- Knowledge of financial management and ability to manage school operations and resources to promote each student’s academic success and well-being
- Ability to inspire excellence in others and hold staff accountable for student growth, academic results, performance, and culturally responsive practices
- Five (5) years of successful teaching experience
- One (1) year of successful experience as an assistant principal
- One (1) year of successful experience as a building principal, preferred
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Connecticut certification in Intermediate Administration and Supervision (092) is required.
SALARY AND TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is in accordance with the Hartford Principals’ and Supervisors’ Association’s 2024-2025 Schedule for twelve-month positions: K-8 Principal, Salary Range of $135,852 to $154,648.
UNION AFFILIATION: Hartford Principals’ and Supervisors’ Association (HPSA); To learn more about the collective bargaining agreement please click here.