Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction, Grades 9-12, CRLS

Job Description

Position: Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction, Grades 9-12

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Community:

Cambridge Rindge & Latin School (CRLS) is a comprehensive high school divided into four Learning Communities designed to promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students. Honors courses are offered in all core classes (English, History, Mathematics, and Science); Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available to qualified students in grades 11 and 12.

The mission of the Cambridge Rindge and Latin School is to provide a quality education to every student through rigorous, comprehensive, and personalized teaching and learning. Working in partnership with families and the wider community, we maintain a nurturing, respectful, and safe environment where educators and students hold themselves to high standards. We value academic excellence, creativity, diversity, perseverance, collaboration, and responsible decision-making. Within and across our learning communities, we prepare lifelong learners who participate thoughtfully, responsibly, and productively in a global, democratic society.

The Opportunity:

The Assistant Principal of Curriculum & Instruction will report directly to the Principal and will work cooperatively with the Assistant Principal of Student Affairs, Deans of Curriculum, and Deans of Students to build a positive, effective school-wide climate and to develop and support student activities within a comprehensive program that enhances student engagement and achievement, thus helping all students meet Cambridge Rindge and Latin School academic, social, and civic learning expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership:

• Provide instructional leadership centered on advancing educational equity, achieving instructional excellence, and closing identified opportunity gaps, fully aligned with the Cambridge Public Schools strategic plan, the CRLS School Improvement Plan, and the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
  
• Team with CRLS Principal and Executive Director of the Rindge School of Technical Arts (Career & Technical Education) to extend opportunities inherent within a comprehensive high school to ensure the proliferation of experiential learning and post-secondary opportunities to all learners regardless of background or academic trajectory.
  
• Team with department leads, including but not limited to Special Education and Multilingual Learning, to work towards a more integrated experience for all students.
  
• Facilitate meetings of Deans of Curriculum to drive the work of implementing high-quality curriculum and instruction that supports student achievement and growth.
  
• Coach teachers on setting goals, designing lessons, analyzing student work, working collaboratively, and growing professionally.
  
• Promote a school culture of equity, belonging, and inclusion, including racial equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and support for diverse learning needs.
  
• Supervise and evaluate a caseload of staff.
  
• Design and lead professional development.
  
• Coach the leadership team in consistent supervision and evaluation practices.
  
• Supervise the Enhanced Senior Year teacher and work closely with them to expand the program.
  
• Establish and maintain school-wide expectations across multiple sections of common courses, including but not limited to grading practices and learning experiences.
  
• Establish systems of communication, education, and support for the community of Cambridge to ensure that all stakeholders have a deep understanding of the instructional focus and goals of classrooms.

Data Analysis:

• Use software both to source data and to create graphic representations identifying areas of need.
  
• Support other building leaders in analyzing the results of local, state, and national student assessment data to improve student performance and disrupt inequities.
  
• Guide staff in data collection processes that facilitate effective formative assessment and instructional adjustments.
  
• Support the preparation for and administration of CPS surveys, including but not limited to the Student & Staff Climate Survey,

Standardized Testing:

• Support the preparation for and administration of standardized testing at CRLS, including but not limited to MCAS, PSAT, SAT, and AP.
  
• Appoint and support/supervise the Saturday SAT Coordinator.
  
• Supervise and evaluate the coordinator of standardized testing.
  
• Set proctoring schedules, testing locations, and calendaring of exams and infrastructure/practice/pre-test events in collaboration with the coordinator of standardized testing.

Other:

• Conduct evaluations and participate in hiring committees.
  
• Supervise a lunch period.
  
• Chair the CRLS Calendar Committee.
  
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Master's degree with coursework in educational administration; five years teaching/administrative experience, preferably in a diverse urban, multicultural, multilingual setting. Required Massachusetts licensure/certification: Principal/Assistant Principal 9-12.

A deep understanding of dismantling inequitable systems in education. Familiarity and experience with a wide range of curricula, as well as how to review curriculum and ensure the use of HQIM. Understanding of diverse methods of instruction for all courses (from language & performing arts, to science labs and Socratic Seminars in English or History classes).

Work Year:

11 months

Some specific details of job duties are subject to change.

How to Join Our Team:

Apply online at www.cpsd.us. Please upload a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and stating how you heard about this opportunity.

Applications Requested by: ASAP

At the Cambridge Public Schools, we are committed to cultivating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, acknowledging that a team reflecting diversity of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status allows us to serve our communities better. To that end, we welcome and encourage applicants to bring their authentic selves when considering employment opportunities within our school district.