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Principal of ELA (7 ? 12) & Social Studies, & Library Media Science

Lackawanna City School District

245 South Shore Boulevard

Lackawanna , NY 14218

Certified - Administrative - Other (Certified)

Job Number 3300051770

Start Date

Open Date

Closing Date 05/11/2025

POSITION:The Assistant Superintendent is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the position of Principal of ELA/Social Studies

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Candidate must possess a Master of Science degree in

+ Candidates must possess a valid New York State School District Leader Certification. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching certification in one of the areas this position oversees.

+ Candidates should have a minimum of seven years' experience as a teacher orPreference will be given to candidates with prior administrative experience.

+ Candidates must possess fingerprint clearance from the New York State Education

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ The Director of ELA, Social Studies, & Library Media Science is responsible for developing, planning, managing, supporting, organizing, and implementing the ELA, Social Studies & Library programs within the elementary, middle, and high school and provides leadership for school wide initiatives for the ELA, Social Studies & Library programs.

+ The incumbent in this position provides direction and leadership for the overall administration and coordination of the ELA, Social Studies & Library programs in support of effective instructional practices, communication, and operation efficiency.

+ Provides direction and leadership in the development of a comprehensive ELA, Social Studies & Library Media Science curriculum.

+ Oversees the development and enhancement of the ELA, Social Studies & Library Media Science curriculum for instructional programs and collaborates with teachers and administration in the development and maintenance of the ELA, Social Studies & Library Media Science curriculum.

+ Promotes effective instructional practices and communication that supports elevated levels of instruction through research-based data-driven best practices, effective classroom consultation, and program evaluation.

+ Monitors school system data to determine trends and in turn develops and implements the most effective strategies for meeting and exceeding state and national student achievement goals.

+ Leads a process for the evaluation, selection, and acquisition of instructional materials, supplies, equipment, and textbooks to support ELA, Social Studies & Library Science

+ Assists administrators and teachers in evaluating and improving classroom instruction in the ELA, Social Studies & Library Media Science programs.

+ Assists in the development of a proposed annual budget relating to curriculum development and the instructional materials needs.

+ Assists in reviewing and evaluating results of testing programs and recommends appropriate modifications to the ELA, Social Studies & Library curriculum.

+ Assists in the planning and development of school-wide instructional in-service programs for teachers, aides, and parent volunteers to help raise the level of instructional performance and student achievement in ELA, Social Studies & Library programs.

+ Manages and coordinates professional development training for ELA, Social Studies & Librarian

+ Prepares narrative and statistical reports regarding the ELA, Social Studies & Library programs and provides support to administrators and teachers in data driven decision making to improve student achievement.

+ Coordinates appropriate field test and revision process relating to the ELA, Social Studies & Library curriculum, ensuring teacher input.

+ Performs other duties as assigned by the

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

+ Must have strong undergraduate aptitude in ELA, Social Studies, and/or Library Media

+ Ability to organize programs, personnel, and activities required for productive learning in the

+ Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen, motivate, and provide leadership which results in the best environment.

+ Ability to apply critical thinking skills in rendering solutions to various

+ Ability to manage financial, material, and human resources

+ Proven ability to make recommendations on assorted topics, detailed, controversial, simple, or complex.

+ Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program goals and

+ Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects, and

+ Ability to exercise strict confidence in handling sensitive

+ Must be skilled in collaborative leadership of individuals and

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

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Salary: From 118070.00

Position Status Full time

Required Certification Type School District Leader {1014}

Additional Job Information

Plus $1000 central admin stipend

Contact Person's Name Adriann Johnson

Contact Person's Title Assistant Superintendent

Contact Person's Phone 7168215610

Contact Person's Email [email protected]

Job Posting Link https://www.lackawannaschools.org/documents/departments-and-services/personnel-department/employment-opportunities/273797