Principal

Position Type:

Steps Middle & High School/Principal

Date Posted:

5/6/2025

Location:

Steps - Torrington, CT

EdAdvance is one of Connecticut's six Regional Educational Service Centers (RESCs). EdAdvance is also a partner in the RESC Alliance and works collaboratively with the other RESC groups to support state-wide initiatives.

Mission

EdAdvance, exists to promote the success of school districts and their communities.

EdAdvance is redefining what a Regional Education Service Center can be using a systemic approach – grounded in the “3C’s”, Connection Culture, and Customization. Focused on local and regional priorities, we are reinvesting the expertise, energy, and resources of the agency to amplify the benefit of our constituents.

Principal

Steps Middle and High School

Torrington, CT

225 Days Per Year following the Academic Calendar

TRB Eligible

Anticipated start date: July 1, 2025

Overview:

The Principal of Steps Middle and High School will facilitate the implementation of the vision, practices and systems which result in a therapeutic, educational school dedicated to support students in grades Sixth through Twelfth who require an outplacement from their district.

The Principal will report to, and be supervised by, the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications:

Active Connecticut certifications as an Intermediate Administrator (Endorsement #092) AND at least one Special Education category

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships among school personnel, students, parents and community

At least 3 recent years of administrator leadership at the building or central office level is preferred

Proficiency with PowerSchool, CT-SEDS and Google Drive

Ability to create and maintain a nurturing school climate for students and staff

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability and willingness to provide direct support or instruction to students throughout the school day, when/if needed Responsibilities and Expectations:

Implement and adapt the school's curriculum, instructional practices and behavior intervention model to consistently meet the changing student population and needs

Accessible and responsive to the region's Special Education Directors and designee regarding referrals, enrollment, IEP implementation and planful discharge

Attentive supervision, coaching and evaluation of certified and non-certified staff

Elicit the expertise and participation of all members of the school community and external stakeholders in the decision-making processes

Create and implement professional development relevant to all school staff and disciplines

Ensure program compliance with local, state and federal regulations including but not limited to school safety and security, special education law, and confidentiality and maintenance of shared educational records

Recruit and hire for all staff positions assigned to the Steps Middle and High School

Involvement with deescalation of students in crisis, up to and including emergency physical management

Develop and monitor school budget in cooperation with the Director of Special Education

Other tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education or the Executive Director Application Procedure:

Applications should be submitted for consideration by visiting EdAdvance’s employment page at, and click on the APPLY button next to the job posting of interest.

EdAdvance does not discriminate in any of its programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran, marital or familial status, pregnancy, genetic information, or status as a domestic violence victim, (along with any other classification protected by law). EdAdvance further provides equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, and all other designated youth groups. To file a complaint of discrimination, write Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20250-9410, or the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103. Any person having inquiries concerning EdAdvance’s compliance with its nondiscrimination policies and procedures, including compliance with Section 504, Title VI or Title IX, should contact: .