Principal - James Lick High School (A New Tech School) at East Side High School District
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Job Summary
Job Summary
The East Side is looking for a leader who will continue to work with the James Lick High School’s students, educators and community members in order to grow school connectedness and a culture of inclusiveness, build on the academic success of its students and success, and expand pathways to college and full participation in Silicon Valley.
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East Side Union High School District
PRINCIPAL - JAMES LICK HIGH SCHOOL
(A NEW TECH SCHOOL)
James Lick High School has long played a significant role in expanding outcomes for learners and building Equitable Communities in the East Side Union High School District. The school has an ongoing commitment to making the necessary changes and innovations to bring about new levels of student success and develop graduates who positively contribute to their families, communities and the Silicon Valley.
James Lick’s schoolwide learner outcomes are centered in four pillars:
Agency: Asking for help, participating in workshops or after-school tutoring, using technology to find answers.
Collaboration: Students working together to solve a real-world problem as part of a larger project.
Communication: the ability to communicate orally and through written language to demonstrate understanding to justify an opinion, or to explain a complex process.
Growth Mindset: Students setting and self-monitoring their learning goals and using their agency to achieve those goals.
As a member of the New Tech Network, James Lick staff and students are part of student-centered high school that uses engaging, project-based learning supported by the seamless use and application of technology to prepare students for success in college and today’s world of work.
James Lick maintains a culture that promotes trust, respect, and responsibility. Students and teachers alike have ownership of the learning experience and their school environment. Working on projects and in teams, students are accountable to their peers and acquire a level of responsibility similar to what they would experience in a professional work environment.
The East Side is looking for a leader who will continue to work with the James Lick High School’s students, educators and community members in order to grow school connectedness and a culture of inclusiveness, build on the academic success of its students and success, and expand pathways to college and full participation in Silicon Valley.
1. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
1.1. Chief educational and administrative officer of the school; primary functions are supervision, evaluation and improvement of instruction.
2. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1. Supervise instructional program.
2.2. Evaluates teaching personnel and administrative staff.
2.3. Selects, transfers, promotes and makes recommendations for dismissals of credentialed personnel.
2.4. Plans and evaluates curriculum.
2.5. Administers school budget.
2.6. Supervises in-service development of staff.
2.7. Oversees plant maintenance and repair.
2.8. Coordinates community, civic and governmental entities in their relations with the school.
3. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1. Holds parental and student conferences.
3.2. Assigns teachers and extra-duty functions.
3.3. Coordinates functions of parent and faculty groups.
3.4. Supervises school’s public relations program.
3.5. Performs other duties as assigned by Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
4. SUPERVISION EXERCISED OR RECEIVED
4.1. Observes and evaluates all credentialed and classified staff members.
4.2. Receives supervision from Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
5.1. Secondary administrative credential
5.2. BA; MA preferred
5.3. Experience in secondary school teaching and administration
6. EVALUATION
6.1. Annually by the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
(Approved: Board of Trustees, 5/3/67; Amended: 5/2/73; 1/10/79)
Requirements / Qualifications
James Lick High School has long played a significant role in expanding outcomes for learners and building Equitable Communities in the East Side Union High School District. The school has an ongoing commitment to making the necessary changes and innovations to bring about new levels of student success and develop graduates who positively contribute to their families, communities and the Silicon Valley. As a member of the New Tech Network, James Lick staff and students are part of student-centered high school that uses engaging, project-based learning supported by the seamless use and application of technology to prepare students for success in college and today’s world of work. James Lick maintains a culture that promotes trust, respect, and responsibility. Students and teachers alike have ownership of the learning experience and their school environment. Working on projects and in teams, students are accountable to their peers and acquire a level of responsibility similar to what they would experience in a professional work environment. The East Side is looking for a leader who will continue to work with the James Lick High School’s students, educators and community members in order to grow school connectedness and a culture of inclusiveness, build on the academic success of its students and success, and expand pathways to college and full participation in Silicon Valley. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. California Secondary Administrative Services Credential 2. Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree, preferred 3. Experience in secondary school administration 4. Five years of successful secondary school teaching experience. 5. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Items required for a complete application packet are: A personal letter of application stating specific reasons for being interested in this position and why you should be considered. Current resume Three (3) current letters of recommendation External Candidates please include: Copy of California Administrative Services credential Copy of Degree(s) Copy of transcripts
Requirements / Qualifications
James Lick High School has long played a significant role in expanding outcomes for learners and building Equitable Communities in the East Side Union High School District. The school has an ongoing commitment to making the necessary changes and innovations to bring about new levels of student success and develop graduates who positively contribute to their families, communities and the Silicon Valley. As a member of the New Tech Network, James Lick staff and students are part of student-centered high school that uses engaging, project-based learning supported by the seamless use and application of technology to prepare students for success in college and today’s world of work. James Lick maintains a culture that promotes trust, respect, and responsibility. Students and teachers alike have ownership of the learning experience and their school environment. Working on projects and in teams, students are accountable to their peers and acquire a level of responsibility similar to what they would experience in a professional work environment. The East Side is looking for a leader who will continue to work with the James Lick High School’s students, educators and community members in order to grow school connectedness and a culture of inclusiveness, build on the academic success of its students and success, and expand pathways to college and full participation in Silicon Valley. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. California Secondary Administrative Services Credential 2. Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree, preferred 3. Experience in secondary school administration 4. Five years of successful secondary school teaching experience. 5. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Items required for a complete application packet are: A personal letter of application stating specific reasons for being interested in this position and why you should be considered. Current resume Three (3) current letters of recommendation External Candidates please include: Copy of California Administrative Services credential Copy of Degree(s) Copy of transcripts
Comments and Other Information
SCREENING PROCESS:
The screening process leading to the appointment of PRINCIPAL will consist of:
Step 1: Paper Screening - Review of application papers to assure meeting district minimum requirements and state certification requirements.
Step 2: Personal Interview(s) - Preliminary interviews will be conducted by a district committee based on screening and reference checks.
Step 3: Personal Interview(s) - Based on preliminary interviews and reference checks recommended candidates will be interviewed at the site(s) by a committee of staff, students and parents.
Step 4: Selection - Top unranked candidates will be recommended by the committee(s) to the Superintendent and the Board of Trustees.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The successful PRINCIPAL applicant will be selected on the basis of the ability to:
1. Supervise instructional program.
2. Evaluate teaching personnel and administrative staff.
3. Select, transfer, promote and make recommendations for dismissals of credentialed personnel.
4. Support staff in the transition to project-based learning.
5. Plan and evaluate curriculum.
6. Administer school budget.
7. Supervise in-service development of staff.
8. Oversee plant maintenance and repair.
9. Coordinate community, civic and governmental entities in their relations with the school.
10. Bilingual candidates preferred.
Comments and Other Information
SCREENING PROCESS:
The screening process leading to the appointment of PRINCIPAL will consist of:
Step 1: Paper Screening - Review of application papers to assure meeting district minimum requirements and state certification requirements.
Step 2: Personal Interview(s) - Preliminary interviews will be conducted by a district committee based on screening and reference checks.
Step 3: Personal Interview(s) - Based on preliminary interviews and reference checks recommended candidates will be interviewed at the site(s) by a committee of staff, students and parents.
Step 4: Selection - Top unranked candidates will be recommended by the committee(s) to the Superintendent and the Board of Trustees.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The successful PRINCIPAL applicant will be selected on the basis of the ability to:
1. Supervise instructional program.
2. Evaluate teaching personnel and administrative staff.
3. Select, transfer, promote and make recommendations for dismissals of credentialed personnel.
4. Support staff in the transition to project-based learning.
5. Plan and evaluate curriculum.
6. Administer school budget.
7. Supervise in-service development of staff.
8. Oversee plant maintenance and repair.
9. Coordinate community, civic and governmental entities in their relations with the school.
10. Bilingual candidates preferred.
Application Deadline
4/23/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/1/2021
Contact
Becky Laguna
408.347.5251
408.347.5251
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$146,968 / year - $162,317 / year
Length of Work Year
216-218 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Doctorate Degree Stipend
$2,835 / year
Benefits
District-paid medical, dental and vision (includes spouse and dependents)
Sick Leave
12 days per year (prorated if employment less than 12 months; July 1 - June 30)
Position Effective
July 1, 2021