High School Principal

Starting Date: Immediately

Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL who is highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students, and stakeholders.

We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak over 75 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin.

The School Principal is responsible for administering and leading the total school program, focusing on student‑centered learning, equity, achievement, building a positive school climate that supports the whole student, leveraging research and data to drive initiatives and instruction, and building a high‑performing staff and leadership team to achieve the school’s vision and goals. The principal will collaborate with parents, community members, consultants, and other internal and external stakeholders to implement educational programs, capital improvements, systems reform, tools, and other resources to accelerate student achievement.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: The principal will be supervised by the assigned Zone Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: The principal will plan, coordinate, organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of the instructional, professional, and clerical staff.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in educational administration/leadership.
• Minimum of five (5) years in teaching experience.
• Experience in an educational leadership position, such as academic coaching or as a certified administrator.

• Rhode Island Department of Education Certificate in Building Administration K‑12.

• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations, and student services.
• Demonstrated competence in staff recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to act effectively under stress.
• Motivational skills to encourage staff performance and morale.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; multilingualism preferred.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience that are substantively equivalent.
• Strong belief that all students can learn to high levels and thrive when given the chance.
• Adaptability to the complexities of the urban school environment.
• Creative thinking.
• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Knowledge of best practices that create and sustain change.
• Capacity‑building skills.
• Knowledge of current education policy trends.
• Experience leading in urban district schools to accelerate student academic performance.
• Knowledge of comprehensive assessment systems.
• Professional development design and delivery to help teachers raise test scores using data.
• Experience conducting rigorous evaluations of educator and school staff performance.
• Knowledge of social‑emotional wellness programs.
• Instruction for English Learners and Special Education Students.
• Ability to build positive relationships with diverse populations.
• Commitment to the mission and vision of PPSD.

• Confidentiality.
• Consistent model of excellent interpersonal and customer‑service skills and ability to maintain composure in a demanding environment.

• Promote a shared belief that every child deserves expert instruction and that all team members advocate for students.
• Set high performance goals despite instability and obstacles.
• Create urgency and take immediate action for early successes.
• Establish and monitor high standards of excellence with students, teachers, staff, and stakeholders.
• Align resources and prioritize activities to achieve maximum results.
• Relentlessly focus school activities on student achievement.

• Plan and take action to achieve goals and objectives without direction.
• Identify potential issues and obstacles and proactively create and implement solutions.
• Execute action plans despite ambiguity and resistance.

• Establish a…