Job Abstract

Alta Vista Elementary School delivers a whole child focus by providing standard-based instruction guided by on-going assessment and individual needs. The staff at Alta Vista establish high expectations for student achievement, as well as embrace the diverse background of our school community. We strive to create students who are critical thinkers, life-long learners, and decision makers, who are prepared to be successfull not only in school, but in their adult lives and within a technologically competitive world. Alta Vista teaches students to develop and foster a sense of community and responsibility for the Earth through a positive and healthy worldview. Our successful candidate has and can do: • Valid California Administrative Services Credential • Proactively and authentically connect with students, staff, and parents throughout the school day and during extracurricular activities • Prioritize duties, assignments, and projects based upon deadlines and situational circumstances • Stay current with the most relevant and research-based topics related to education and leadership • Equity focused and puts students first • Organize, coordinate, and administer programs and activities related to curriculum and instruction at the school • Evaluate teachers and staff throughout the school year via formal and informal observations and meetings • Communicate effectively and concisely (oral and written) • Think critically and outside the box (innovative mindset) • Handle stressful and demanding situations with poise and patience (growth mindset) • Model humor and compassion when appropriate • Handle criticism and self-reflect/evaluate on a regular basis • Analyze situations, both individually and as a team, and adopt an effective course of action