Assistant Principal of Student Support

Benjamin Franklin High School is seeking a dynamic and innovative individual with excellent communication and collaboration skills to serve as the Assistant Principal of Student Support.

This is a full-time, 12-month position with a competitive salary commensurate with experience and scope of responsibilities.

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled with priority given to those who apply by March 12, 2025

To apply, submit a résumé, copies of relevant certifications, and contact information for three relevant references via email to resumes@bfhsla.org. In addition, please submit a cover letter that includes the following topics:

• Describe what attributes you possess that are beneficial to Benjamin Franklin High School.
• Describe the most significant change you have implemented in your current role in the last 1-3 years that has streamlined workflow and increased productivity within the organization.
• Describe how you have worked to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Applications accepted until positions are filled.

Professional Expectations

• Professional development - show initiative in increasing present skills and learning new ones.
• Dependability - on time and on task throughout the day, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Cooperativeness - positive attitude with others; cooperative and helpful with co-workers; foster an open and trusting work environment.
• Professionalism - maintain appropriate boundaries with students; dress appropriately; maintain confidentiality; use appropriate channels of communication to express concerns; accept responsibility.
• Adaptability - accept and apply constructive feedback; demonstrate flexibility to meet new needs or challenges, and to incorporate new ideas; suggest better ways to do things.
• Communication - respond in a timely manner to phone and email messages; communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents; listen carefully and ask questions when needed; clear and accurate verbal and written communication.
• Decision making/problem solving - make sound and timely decisions by analyzing facts; reach logical conclusions by use of foresight and planning; independent, but seek help from the right source when appropriate; prompt response to safety and security concerns.
• Service to Franklin - act as an ambassador in any setting, supporting both the school’s mission and handbook; support students in both the context of the job and involvement in their extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.

Key Responsibilities

Individualized Student Support:

• Ensure effective implementation and compliance with district, state, and federal laws of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans, along with SAT processes.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families to meet the unique learning needs of students.
• Oversee the monitoring and maintenance of student achievement data associated with Ben Franklin’s MTSS and RTI processes.
• Monitors and adjusts student support plans based on progress and feedback.
• Ensures accurate, timely reporting to NOLA Public Schools and the Louisiana Department of Education regarding all Special Education data, reviews, etc.
• Guides specific training and development efforts for teachers on meeting the needs of students’ IEPs.
• Coordinates with AP of Academics and other staff to support teachers in instructional delivery aligned to IEPs and 504 plans.

Student Support Services Leadership:

• Sets a clear vision for student counseling services aligned with academic, social-emotional success, and college and post-secondary success
• Ensures Ben Franklin has efficient and effective processes to implement Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for students
• Manages the counselors and mental health professionals to track and seek solutions for students’ academic and social-emotional needs

Secondary & Post-Graduate Planning:

• Set the vision for post-secondary planning at Ben Franklin, in collaboration with staff, to ensure staff is proactively guiding students to explore and prepare for college & post-secondary pathways, including college and career opportunities
• Oversee Counselors as they implement initiatives that proactively drive post-secondary planning, ensuring students are exposed to meaningful career pathways
• Develop programs and resources that equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for life beyond high school.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Directly coach and evaluate a cohort of teachers aligned to expectations and practices outlined by AP of Academic
• Execute special projects as needed to meet the evolving needs of the school community
• Communicate academic progress to parents, students, and school administration through reports, meetings, and other channels as needed
• Support Department Chairs as needed in academic planning aligned to student support needs.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and confidential student records
• Evaluate members of student support staff semiannually
• Plans and delivers professional development offerings for the student support staff and faculty.
• Provide accountability data for stakeholders
• Attend, participate, and be a school-based representative at student events, including but not limited to all school dances and after-school activities
• Additional duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Responsbilities

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• At least 5 years of teaching experience, school leadership experience preferred
• Experience in student support services, counseling, or academic interventions
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, and multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)

Benjamin Franklin High School does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, genetic information, marital status, or association with a protected individual. The School offers a competitive salary & benefits package.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person