Elementary School Principal

1. Master's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in elementary education or a related field
2. Three years of proven leadership experience in public school education preferred
3. Successful experience as an Elementary School Principal preferred
4. Hold or qualified for valid Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as a Elementary Principal Administrator, preferred
5. Knowledge of elementary level curriculum, best instructional practices in content areas, assessment, special education, and data analysis.
6. Understanding of developmental instruction, differentiated instruction, Response to Intervention, student learning styles, positive behavioral interventions, and of individualized education programs (IEPs) and processes
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Experience with budget preparation and the line-item expenditure process, preferred
8. Proven ability to successfully communicate with parents, teachers and members of the community
9. Knowledge of and experience with federal and state statutes and regulations pertaining to special education, Section 504 and related programs, and English Language Learners
10. Demonstrated ability to use technology for productivity, communication, and collaboration
11. Knowledge of the Massachusetts Educator Evaluation Model System, preferred
12. Such additions and/or alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee and Superintendent of Schools may find to be appropriate and acceptable

Reports To:

Superintendent of Schools

Evaluated By:
Superintendent of Schools