PRINCIPAL

Job Description

Job Description

School Principal

The School Principal is responsible for providing supervision and professional leadership to special education/ behavioral health school staff and for oversight of all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the school, including the educational content of the program. The principal is also responsible for ensuring that the school programs meet all licensing, accreditation, and academic standards. As part of the management team, the principal will provide administrative oversight, curriculum and program development, including scheduling and implementation of MCAS and other standardized testing for students. Additional duties include parent conferences, team meetings, hiring and staff retention, and ongoing communications with referral sources and D.E.S.E

The Mill Pond Schools, with locations in Springfield and the Berkshires, serve students—kindergarten through age 22—who have social-emotional and/or behavioral challenges, a learning disability, or who may have a diagnosis of high-functioning Autism. We are committed to serving the whole child, including the child’s family. Our goal is to assist students in developing the skills necessary to successfully return to a less-restrictive environment, and, ultimately, to their previous school setting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in educational field and certified in Special Education
• Administrator License preferred
• Previous experience as a principal or in a similar role preferred
• Knowledge of school administrative processes and national educational standards
• Knowledge of curriculum frameworks and development, as well as standardized testing
• Hands-on experience with MS Office and education management systems
• Experience with latency age students in a public or private school setting, preferably with ED/LD students.
• Great presentation and communication skills
• Crisis management
• Experience with de-escalation and behavior management models required
• Ability to coach and inspire
• A teaching license is preferred
• Degree in Education; Master’s degree is a plus

Competitive Salary/Comprehensive Benefit Package

Helix Human Services is an inclusive organization. LGBTQIA+ and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply! Helix Human Services is dedicated to providing trauma-informed therapeutic and educational services to diverse children and families, building the foundation for lifelong success at home, school, and the community.