Principal - Nurses Middle College Charter High School-Capital Region : Job Details

NursesMC-CR is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and entrepreneurial Principal to lead the operation of the Nurses Middle College model. As the senior academic leader of the organization, the Principal will report to the Executive Director of NursesMC-CR.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Nurses Middle College (NursesMC™) is on a mission to transform lives and improve patient care by putting students from backgrounds underrepresented in healthcare on a path to a nursing career. Modeled on the network's flagship school in Providence, Rhode Island, NursesMC Charter High School Capital Region (NursesMC-CR) gives students a rich, hands-on, rigorous educational experience unlike any other.

• Nursing content is infused throughout the curriculum.
• Students engage in learning experiences at area healthcare facilities, including a 40-plus-hour clinical internship.
• Nurses and other area health professionals teach and mentor students.
• All students earn a certified nursing assistant (CNA) certificate or other healthcare workforce credential so they can earn while they learn.
• Students dually enroll in college courses at no cost. They learn what it takes to succeed in college and earn credits they can transfer to reduce the time and money they spend earning a degree.

The school is open to all Capital Region public school students who complete the 8th grade. Enrollees meet all standard graduation requirements in addition to graduating with a minimum of three college credits and a CNA certificate. Flagship school graduates average 16 college credits and many begin working — as CNAs, medical assistants, and even emergency medical technicians — while still in high school.

As Principal of NursesMC-CR, you will join a mission-driven team working to ensure the continued success of this groundbreaking educational model. New York needs nurses, and as the state's first high school dedicated exclusively to nursing, NursesMC-CR benefits not only students and their families, but employers, patients and the community at large.

OVERVIEW: As Principal, you will oversee the school's daily operations, implement the school's instructional and talent strategies, and lead communication with students, families, faculty and staff. You will also ensure the school's climate is conducive to learning and professional growth. Your ability to set a tone that emphasizes the NursesMC Pillars of Nursing—character, scholarship, compassion and empathy, and professionalism—will be key to your success in this role.

Our ideal candidate will have the following qualities:

• a contagious enthusiasm for learning
• a passion for the NursesMC-CR mission
• high expectations for students, faculty and staff
• a belief that all students can achieve success
• the ability to manage a diverse portfolio of responsibilities
• the ability to work with and inspire people of varied experiences and backgrounds
• a willingness to listen and respond to student and community needs
• skills and willingness to solve complex challenges with innovative ideas and teamwork

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Managerial leadership and team development

• Build a strong, cohesive team culture that reflects the core values of NursesMC-CR.
• Work with the Executive Director to attract, hire, onboard and retain high quality educators.
• Provide best-practice coaching and evidence-based professional development and set goals for faculty.
• Conduct educator performance evaluations. Implement practices to appropriately recognize and reward excellence and effectively address poor performance.
• Conduct frequent classroom observations to provide constructive feedback and tailor professional development to individual educators.
• Ensure all academic initiatives align with the NursesMC model.

Educational leadership and academic support

• Support curriculum implementation in alignment with the NursesMC mission, vision, values and priorities, initiatives and strategic plan.
• Develop, implement and manage long-range strategic plans for curriculum, student evaluation and instructional improvement.
• Develop strong instructional systems and processes with a focus on data collection. Response to Instruction and Intervention, scheduling, special education services and multilingual learner programs.
• Assist educators in setting academic priorities based on student data and engage them in weekly academic program analysis and progress monitoring to evaluate student performance.
• Prepare and present quarterly academic program analysis reports to the Executive Director to include a clear, ambitious and viable plan for improving instruction, school culture and academic outcomes as measured by annual goals.
• Implement differentiation and intervention strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

Leadership

• Stay informed of educational research, trends, practices and proposed legislation that might impact the school's academic mission or performance. Notify the Executive Director of any significant developments or changes in these areas.
• Facilitate meetings with educators and instructional leaders related to academic and teaching strategies, all aspects of teacher talent strategies and instructional strategies that align with the NursesMC model.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop a vision and comprehensive long-range plan for curriculum implementation.
• Recommend academic-wide goals, and monitor and report back to the Executive Director on progress made toward achieving those goals.

Professional responsibilities

• Consistently, enthusiastically and deliberately promote and model the NursesMC Pillars of Nursing: character, scholarship, compassion and empathy, and professionalism.
• Demonstrate consistent adherence to the NursesMC curriculum and other aspects of the model.
• Use school branding and language that aligns with the NursesMC mission and vision in all internal and external communications.
• Act on the belief that all students can learn and advocate on their behalf.

Other

• Participate meaningfully in planning and professional development days, parent-teacher conferences, open houses and senior events (e.g., awards night, prom and graduation).
• Assume responsibility for other duties and perform other tasks that fall within the scope of the position's function.
• Utilize data-driven instruction to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university with an emphasis in educational administration/leadership.
• Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience in a charter school. Experience with high school highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations and student services.
• Experience or certification in restorative justice and restorative practices.
• Demonstrated competence in staff recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to act effectively under stress.
• Ability to motivate, encourage and work with staff to ensure outstanding performance as well as good morale.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Documented track record collecting and analyzing data and performing evidence-based decision-making.
• Demonstrated track record as an effective instructional leader.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of individuals with diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.

Essential skills

• Strong entrepreneurial instincts (e.g., self-starter, self-directed, results-oriented, creative, independent worker, team player).
• Proficient in PowerSchool or other student information systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Apps for Education (i.e., Docs, Sheets, Google Drive).
• Ability to strategize, anticipate operational roadblocks and implement timely solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, identify priorities according to organizational goals, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment that prioritizes educational equity.

Other Requirements:

• Criminal background clearance with fingerprinting
• Proof of U.S. citizenship, residency or work visa

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $115,000 – $130,000 per year, depending on education and experience.

NursesMC-CR offers a versatile benefit package to all eligible employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance plans; an integrated Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) plan; Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option; Retirement 403(b) Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); FICA, State Medicare programs; paid holidays; paid time off (PTO); and professional development opportunities. NursesMC-CR is loyal and committed to employees, and the provision of a robust benefits package is just one way in which we prove that commitment.

Application Process:

Submit cover letter and resume to Laura Wilkinson, Managing Director of Schools at [email protected]. Deadline to apply is October 9 for priority consideration.

EOE Statement:

As an equal opportunity employer, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve where everyone feels empowered as we celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.