Principal - Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Only individuals who are eligible can apply.

Eligibility includes:

Current School District of Philadelphia sitting Principals

Those in the Principal eligibility Talent Pool

Principals who have left the School District of Philadelphia in the last three years in good standing.

Must have a valid PDE Admin certification

Description

The School District of Philadelphia is committed to transforming the education opportunities it offers the city's 200,000 school-aged children. The district seeks school leaders who have a passion for working with children and leading innovation to ensure all students achieve. With a diverse complement of over 200 schools, the district offers a wide range of school leadership opportunities. Successful District principals are highly motivated, persistent and creative educators who are able to align a school's resources, systems and people around a rigorous instructional program. A principalship in the district provides the chance to be an integral part of an urban education renewal effort from its inception.

Job Summary

Principals for the School District of Philadelphia serve as the instructional and operational leader of a District school. Principals provide a clear vision for learning for all students; ensure a safe, secure and orderly learning environment; and cultivate strong relationships with and acts in service to diverse stakeholders, including families and communities. Principals are expected to promote high-quality instructional practices, passionately enjoy working with children, and believe that all students can achieve. Principals are responsible for selecting and assigning staff, supporting differentiated professional growth and building the leadership capacity of staff. Principals in the District must collect, analyze and use multiple sources of data to guide continuous improvement in student achievement, manage school operations, and effectively evaluate and develop staff.

School Overview

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Learning Network 10

Grades: K-8

Location: 5735 Rising Sun Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19120

All newly appointed principals are required to attend the New Principals' Academy Summer Institute. More definitive dates and information upon hiring.

Essential Functions

Develop, articulate, steward, and operationalize a clear vision for learning for all students and implement a strategic plan to accomplish that vision

Ensure that all school stakeholders are able to articulate a clear and shared vision for learning

Ensure a safe, secure and orderly environment for all

Promote high-quality instructional practices that consistently allow for excellent instruction school-wide

Be visible and consistent presence throughout the school

Provide teachers with timely and constructive feedback on classroom instruction to develop teacher practice

Clearly communicate learning and development goals that reflect high expectations for learning and growth, a belief that all students can learn, and a commitment to meet each student's educational needs

Develop a culture of collegial and professional relationships among staff and students that promote critical reflection, shared accountability, and continuous improvement

Manage conflict constructively at all levels

Develop systems and a school culture that promotes peer feedback, support, and collaboration

Carefully select and effectively assign staff

Support the professional growth of staff members in a differentiated manner based on identified needs and individual goals

Deliberately build leadership capacity among staff

Collect, analyze, and use multiple sources of data to guide continuous improvement in student achievement, student and staff well-being, and professional development for staff

Develop positive and collaborative relationships with families

Self-motivated to initiate and sustain relationships with community business, cultural and not for profit partners

Manage the school budget, requisitions, and all school funds

Oversee the upkeep of school facilities and physical plant

Essential Competencies

Ability to motivate staff, students and families around the vision of the school

Clear and effective communication skills for diverse audiences including students, staff and families

Well-organized, ability to balance competing priorities and multi-task

Passion for developing staff's instructional and leadership capacities

Leadership style that encourages teamwork and collaboration to support excellent instruction

Willingness to foster creativity and innovation

Persistence in the face of obstacles, productive problem-solving to counter setbacks, initiative to seize opportunities to make change

Belief in student empowerment and willingness to allow students to play an active role in supporting the school's vision and climate

Commitment to the service of students and families

Ability to reflect on how to improve, self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses, willingness to take responsibility for actions and mistakes

Empathy for the perspectives of students, staff and stakeholders

Clear understanding of policies and law affecting special populations, LEP students and students receiving special education services

Ability to model an exemplary work ethic

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Master's Degree from an accredited educational institution

Five years of full-time, paid, professional educational experience, two of which have been as a Principal or Assistant Principal, educational administrator or other leadership position at the elementary, middle or secondary school level.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Certificates/Licenses

Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania certificate for an Elementary or Secondary School Principal