THREE VILLAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Stony Brook, New York 11790
ANTICIPATED VACANCY
2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
PRINCIPAL – THREE VILLAGE ACADEMY
About Us:
The Three Village Academy is a small alternative secondary school for students who have not experienced success in a more traditional high school setting. Our school is committed to providing students with quality instruction in a climate that is nurturing, supportive and responsive to the academic, social, and emotional needs of our student population.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A valid NYS Certification as a School District Administrator (SDA), School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS), and/or School Building Leader (SBL).
- Minimum of five years of successful teaching and administrative experience at the secondary level with special education students.
- Proven record of fostering a positive school culture, promoting academic achievement, professional development opportunities and enhancing student engagement and success.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving ability, crisis intervention and crisis management skills.
- Flexible leadership style, one that is responsive to students, teachers, and the school culture.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, emphasizing a team approach to planning and problem solving.
- Experience with New York State graduation requirements, pathways, and vocational programs.
- Comprehensive knowledge of restorative practices and their implementation.
- Comfort with being highly visible, approachable, and available throughout the school day.
- Ability to develop quality relationships with staff and students and their parents.
- Creative problem solver, with a willingness to explore alternatives directed at intended outcomes and is current on best instructional practices in alternative educational settings.
- Ability to design an organizational culture, school policies and procedures that reflect an understanding of the clinical/psychological and developmental needs of the students.
Position Requirements:
As the administrator of our Alternative High School, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for students who require a non-traditional approach to learning. You will lead a team of educators dedicated to providing personalized support, innovative teaching methodologies, and a nurturing environment conducive to academic and personal growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for empowering students, and a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Provide instructional leadership and support to promote student achievement and success.
- Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment conducive to academic excellence and personal growth.
- Lead and facilitate professional learning experiences with staff on topics that increase the effectiveness of the instructional outcomes and classroom management.
- Support the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students through the implementation of comprehensive student support services and restorative practices.
- Facilitate professional development opportunities to enhance the knowledge and skills of faculty and staff.
- Serve as an advocate for students and staff to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are addressed.
- Manage school operations, including budgeting, scheduling, facilities, and technology, to ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
- Cultivate partnerships with parents, community organizations, businesses, and higher education institutions to enhance educational, vocational and employment opportunities for students.
- Complete secondary classroom observations and evaluations (multiple locations).
- Master scheduling responsibilities.
- Alternative education duties, assigned as needed.
- Assist with transitional planning in the move of middle level students to be included in the Academy.
- Work with the high school leadership on various areas related to the secondary program.
Application Instructions:
Anyone interested in applying for the above-mentioned position should complete an application on RecruitFront and/or visit the Human Resources page of the Three Village website no later than April 28, 2024.
The Three Village School District is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our school community.