Elementary Principals

Elementary Principals

(2 Positions)

Lynn Seeks Applicants for two (2) elementary school leader positions within the district. Interested applicants should clearly note in their cover letter which elementary positions they are looking to be considered for. The two (2) schools available to apply for are:

Cobbet Elementary School

Vision Statement

• Cobbet Elementary facilitates a culture of collaboration with teachers, families and caregivers focused on standards-based instruction which leads to increased student achievement and growth. We also promote all students to value best effort, positive character development, and assume increased responsibility for their own learning through student discourse, problem solving and decision making.

Mission Statement

• Our mission at Cobbet Elementary is to create a safe, affirming school environment for all students to thrive and become successful, engaged, life-long learners. School leaders, teachers, students, families, and caregivers share rigorous expectations of quality of work, achievement, effort, and character in a diverse setting.

Core Values

• Cobbet Elementary School is a safe, nurturing, and energetic school that includes families, caregivers, and guardians from all over the world and a school where over fifteen different languages are spoken. The very proud tradition of “You are Welcome Here” continues where we celebrate the voices of all our students. 

• Our dedicated staff challenges and supports all students and shares and celebrates all their success. Students are encouraged to take risks, learn from their mistakes, and interact meaningfully with others to increase their learning. Students’ academic, social, emotional, and cognitive development are fully supported through each grade level. 

• Parents, guardians, and caregivers are welcome to join us in collaboration as we shape the culture of Cobbet Elementary School through our Learn with Me program. The home-school connection is extremely important in helping students be the very best they can be, and we encourage families and caregivers to learn with your student throughout the year.

Shoemaker Elementary School

Vision Statement

• Shoemaker holds high expectation for the success of all students. We believe all students can learn, we believe that effort counts, and we will not give up on learners.

Mission Statement

• We are the Shoemaker Sharks. The Sharks are inclusive students, staff, and caregivers who all hold inclusivity at the center of how we think and act. We are a community who lifts up each other. We have high expectations of and for each other and we thrive on our consistent routines. Our classrooms are student-centered, warm, collaborative spaces.

Core Values

• Show our best self
• Help one another
• Accept differences
• Respect ourselves and others
• Know kindness matters
• Show our smile

Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values.

Mission - The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive learning environment that inspires and promotes individual academic and personal growth.

Vision - Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to supporting the intellectual, vocational, academic and social-emotional success of all of our students. We create equitable conditions for all students to thrive in a global society. With a focus on equity, excellence, and innovation, the district serves 17,193 students across 28 schools. 

Core Values - The Lynn Public Schools community celebrates that we live in a rapidly changing, increasingly diverse and connected world. In our partnered effort to prepare students for this world, we are equally committed to:

• Inclusiveness
• Shared responsibility
• Collaborative relationships
• High expectations
• Inspiring life-long learning

JOB GOAL: To use leadership, administrative ability, and human relations skills in the daily operation of the school to promote each student's maximum education development. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Licensure as a Principal PK-8 from the Massachusetts Department of Education 
• SEI endorsement
• Master’s Degree in an appropriate field 
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience as a public school administrator or a district level administrator; or, an instructional coach; or, a curriculum specialist 
• Minimum six (6) years of successful teaching experience at the elementary level in an urban environment 
• Demonstrated success leading strategic educational initiatives that result in measurable improved student achievement. 
• Thorough knowledge of public education in Massachusetts, administration/supervision, and curriculum development. 
• Demonstrated educational leadership with the ability to build consensus and process critical issues for decision making. 
• Proven ability in curriculum development, supervision, and organizational and strategic planning. 
• Proven ability in budget preparation and line-item expenditure process. 
• Proven ability to successfully communicate with parents, teachers, and members of the community. 
• Proven ability to work as part of a management team. 
• Ability to perform and multi-task in a highly energized work environment 
• Ability to withstand strong public and professional scrutiny 
• Equipped with personal characteristics required to lead people through an intense change process 
• Proven ability to deal effectively with many constituencies 
• Strong commitment to work on school redesign 
• Proven ability to work with all types of data related to school performance and organizational practice 
• Willingness to self-reflect and to grow professionally 
• Understanding of new Massachusetts Reform Law of 2010 (An Act Relative to the Achievement Gap) 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications of Word, Excel, Power Point 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Leads school-based leadership team in defining short- and long-term goals as part of school redesign. 
• Monitors, coordinates, and organizes the total educational program at the school level. 
• Reports on and recommends continuous improvements in the school’s administrative and instructional support programs, needs and services. 
• Utilizes data management systems to collect, analyze and interpret data which focus on progress in student achievement. 
• Responsible for the implementation of all School Committee policies and regulations within his/her area of responsibility 
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of district curriculum. 
• Responsible for school-level performance, improvement mapping and School Improvement Planning. 
• Promotes district-wide goals and initiatives in curriculum, instruction, and professional development. 
• Implements district and state required assessment systems and utilizes performance data to guide decision making. 
• Assists the Deputy Superintendent in the preparation and implementation of the school budget and organization. 
• Allocates materials, equipment, and space to accomplish instructional goals at his/her school in accordance with the district policy and program requirements. 
• Prepares reports and recommendations as requested. 
• Advises the Superintendent and Deputy Superintendent on matters concerning negotiations and administration of collective bargaining agreements. 
• Monitors the school required implementation of all aspects of Massachusetts Education Reform and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regulations. 
• Collaborates with other principals and central office administrators to audit programs and satisfy Coordinated Program Review requirements. 
• Supervises and evaluates all professional, paraprofessional, and administrative personnel within his/her area of responsibility. 
• Works with the Superintendent and her senior leadership team to redesign the school, dependent upon federal and state improvement status. 
• Recommends to the Superintendent/Deputy Superintendent the hiring, assignment, retention, promotion, tenure, and dismissal of staff within his/her area of responsibility in keeping with state and federal licensure regulations. 
• Establishes communication with the school community to assess needs and increase community awareness. 
• Explains school instructional policies, procedures, and achievements to the school community. 
• Acts as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school/district and encouraging community participation in school life. 
• Adheres to proper protocols for chain of command. 
• Performs any other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent and/or Deputy Superintendent. 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• This is a 12-month position.
• The nature of this position requires hours beyond the regular school day. The person filling this position will prioritize completing the necessary tasks and set hours accordingly. 

SALARY: To Be Determined

BENEFITS:  The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis. 

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). 

All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy  
It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.