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Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Principal in Buffalo, New York
Principal
St. Mary's School for the Deaf
2253 Main Street
Buffalo , NY 14214
Certified - Administrative - Other (Certified)
Job Number 3300047442
Start Date
Open Date 05/24/2024
Closing Date 06/26/2024
St. Mary's School for the Deaf (the School or SMSD) is seeking a dynamic and experienced School Principal to lead our school community. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with a passion for education and a commitment to student success. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of best practices in educational leadership and have a proven record of successfully implementing programs and initiatives that improve student outcomes.
School Principal Responsibilities & Duties:
Staff
Manage scheduling and attendance
Lead curriculum, supervision and mentorship of teachers and teacher assistants
Lead initiative on staff development for both technical and non-technical skills
Observe and evaluate effectiveness of teachers and teacher assistants Students
Students
Oversee the overall aspects of student programming and instruction
Manage student discipline as needed
Work closely with students and families to ensure children's best interests are met
Leadership/Strategic
Oversee that the educational programs of the school are conducted effectively in accordance with established rules, educational regulations, and IEP's
Attend meetings that relate to programming and instruction and convey appropriate information to faculty and staff
Provide support and guidance to teachers and other staff to ensure their success.
Lead various committees, including school accreditation committees
Establish policies and procedures to provide control and leadership in the event of a school crisis.
Manage outside agency investigations including NYS Justice Center, CPS, and police
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, staff, and community stakeholders
Develop and lead a variety of special events throughout the year
Qualifications & Skills
Master's degree in Deaf Education from an accredited college or university
New York State certification for teaching
New York State certification for Administration/Principal, or the ability to obtain this credential within three years of hire date.At least five years of experience as a classroom teacher with students who are deaf or hard of hearing
Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
Strong organizational, problem solving, and decision-making abilities
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Knowledge of current educational trends and best practices
Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00005387) for this job posting.
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Itinerant Location 2253 Main Street
Salary: From 80000.00
Salary: To 95000.00
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Permanent
Start Date 07/08/2024
Required Certification Type School Admin & Supv {1180}
Other Certification Type(s) Teacher
Specialized Training Working With Disabled/Medically Fragile Children, TCI - Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Technology Literacy Microsoft Office
Contact Person's Name Mary DeStefano
Contact Person's Title Director of Human Resources
Contact Person's Phone 716-834-7200
Contact Person's Email maryd@smsdk12.org