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Job Location: Belmont Charter High School - Philadelphia, PA

Description

*Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools centered on the central mission to promote the academic, social and emotional well-being of each child. *Our schools are supported by a non-profit partner to provide holistic services to the school including out-of-school time, our social work project and Head start. How do we do this? We do it by ensuring our students have access to complete support both in and out of the classroom through a talented team of teachers, leaders, social workers, and partners.

We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!

You can find more about our core values and vision here. We believe that education is the single biggest way we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and by extension our country. We are a mission centered organization that has grown since its founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves Philadelphia today. Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of community support for our students and families. Our approach is grounded in trauma informed practice which you can read more about here.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
• Skilled in fostering a sense of belonging, building trust with students, families, and staff, and addressing issues related to race, identity, and cultural differences in a sensitive and empowering manner.
• A commitment to being a lifelong learner, commitment to refining your craft.
• Deep understanding of the specific needs of students from low-income backgrounds.

• Creative problem solving

   

Position Summary:

The *Head of School *(HoS) at Belmont Charter High School (BCHS) is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and management of a community high school focused on providing students with career and college pathways. HoS provides a clear vision for learning for all students; ensures a safe, secure and orderly learning environment; and cultivates strong relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners. HoS is expected to promote high-quality instructional academic, social and emotional practices, passionately enjoy working with children, and believe that all students can achieve. HoS is responsible for selecting and assigning staff, supporting differentiated professional growth and building the capacity of their leadership teams. HoS must collect, analyze and use multiple sources of data to guide continuous improvement in student achievement, manage school operations, execute college and career pathways, and effectively evaluate and develop staff.

The Head of School manages a leadership team that includes the Assistant Heads of Instruction, Assistant Head of Specialized Services, Director of School Culture, Director of Operations, and Director of College & Career Readiness. This is a 12-month position that is supervised by the Managing Director of School Leadership.

Core Responsibilities:

Systems Leadership

• Drive and support the implementation of Belmont's mission and values to ensure a positive, achievement-focused school culture among teachers, staff, students and families;
• Manage and support the school leadership team; continually collect various forms of academic, culture, and team data to drive decision making and problem solving;
• Create, manage, and evaluate operational processes to ensure consistency with the school goals;
• Oversee family and community involvement in the school community.
• Act as liaison between BCHS, the Community Education Alliance of West Philadelphia and other schools within the network
• Ensure systems and appropriate oversight is provided around compliance with state and federal regu ations for education standards and requirements
• Develop and implement school policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure the school runs efficiently.
• Develop leadership capacities of direct reports and other school staff

Instructional Leadership

• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor student performance and implement strategies for improvement.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and parents to support student success.
• Manage Assistant Heads of School to develop them into strong instructional leaders who drive strong student outcomes.
• Holds all staff accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance
• Manage Assistant Head of Specialized Services to support students receiving appropriate interventions, modifications, and accommodations
• Work with interventionists and Assistant Head of School to ensure the academic MTSS process is running smoothly and that students are receiving appropriate interventions
• Assess curriculum and material needs and communicate to the academic central team.

College and Career Readiness Leadership

• Implement effective strategies for preparing students for both higher education and careers, including the development of career pathways that align with their individual interests and strengths.
• Support partnerships with local colleges, universities, and vocational training centers to ensure seamless transitions for students post-graduation.
• Prepare students for certifications, apprenticeships, and technical positions, while also ensuring that college-bound students gain valuable skills for their academic pursuits.
• Manage Director of College & Career Services to execute the BCHS pathway programs and ensure college-bound students are strong candidates for post-secondary education.
• Work cross functionally with External Affairs, Academics Team and Student Supports to implement established college and career pathways for students.

School Culture Leadership

• Foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and diversity where all students, staff, and community members feel valued and safe.
• Build relationships, both internally and externally, to promote the community school model including the school health center and social service programs, to ensure students receive all of the benefits of attending a community school.
• Promote a sense of belonging and pride in the school community through regular celebrations, recognition programs, and positive reinforcement.
• Encourage open communication and collaboration among all stakeholders to address challenges and resolve conflicts constructively, creating a harmonious school environment.
• Build a joyful and rigorous school culture focused on learning and academic success
• Lead school staff to support students' academic and socio-emotional development using a trauma-informed approach
• Coach and manage the Director of Culture to support their management of the school culture teams in service of a strong student culture and responsive discipline systems
• Create a culture of achievement through celebrations of student learning and growth
• Commitment to the service of students and families

Qualifications

Education and Experience