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Syracuse City School District

High School Vice Principal

Syracuse City School District, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Administrative - Vice Principal - High School Job Number:

2300289261 Open Date:

11/15/2024 ABOUT OUR DISTRICT: The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. The district serves 21,000+ students Pre-K-12, including students who have been considered "hard to serve" for various reasons. JOB DESCRIPTION: The district is committed to ensuring effective school leadership at every school. Syracuse Vice Principals provide transformational leadership in planning and managing one of the district's schools. Responsibilities include implementing a school instructional model focused on high student achievement, building a positive school climate, leveraging research and data to drive instructional practice, and developing a high-performing staff. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Promote a widely shared belief that every child deserves expert instruction. Set high performance goals for self and others. Establish and enforce high standards for excellence. Focus school activities on student achievement. Assist in creating a sense of urgency for early successes. Plan and take action to achieve goals under the direction of the principal. Identify potential issues and proactively implement solutions. Engage teachers to drive consensus and facilitate change. Establish a culture of learning and achievement. Coach teachers on instructional activities and results. Organize adult teams to reflect the school vision. Encourage learning and provide feedback to build leadership capacity. Inspire excellence and promote a positive school culture. Analyze complex information to formulate strategic vision. Use data to assess performance and drive decision-making. Perform additional related duties as required. EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree or Certification in Educational Leadership or related field. Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in an urban district. Strong belief that all students can learn at high levels. Experience in urban schools to accelerate student performance. Demonstrated success in creating a positive school culture. Knowledge of best practices in education policy and research. Experience in educator professional development. Demonstrated success in school leadership activities. Exemplary attendance record expected. Training in Culturally Relevant Education (preferred). Preference for internal candidates from the Syracuse Aspiring Leadership Academy (SALA). City Residents are encouraged to apply! CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS: Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) from an accredited College or University. New York State Certificate in Education Administration (School Building Leader). Note:

Applicants for Vice Principal positions without prior experience may serve up to two years as an Administrative Intern before being appointed.

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