Start date:  July 1, 2023

Holliston is a school community which is committed to equity, diversity and innovation.  The school and district have strong commitments to authentic learning experiences and continue to look for ways to engage students in unique and exciting learning opportunities that will foster independence, resilience and perseverance. This professional will work as part of a strong Student Services team to provide proactive and responsive support and services to all students and families. 

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or higher, state certification as Administrator/Director (preferably special education)
• Massachusetts educator license
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in special education.
• Cultural responsiveness and a growth mindset with students, families, and staff are a must.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as effective problem solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks, as well as the ability to be flexible and organized in a fast paced environment.
• Knowledgeable and proficient with Federal/State laws and regulations and the IEP Team meeting process.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and evaluate educators and paraprofessionals
• Oversee Special Education and Guidance Departments
• Provide School Leadership as part of the administrative team at the elementary school
• Collaborate with Student Services Team and administration to continuously reimagine, and improve services and interventions informed by ongoing needs assessment, data review, and innovation in the field
• Provide Leadership to the Student Assistance Team, identifying underdeveloped skills, antecedents, and related interventions
• Provide Leadership to the special education team process
• Liaison with families and providers
• Assist families to access private, community, and state agency services
• Collaborate with staff, students and administration to identify and provide proactive and responsive supports and programming to all students
• Collaborate with staff, students, and administration to identify, develop, and provide proactive and responsive professional development and consultation to staff
• Develop and enhance community partnerships with varied community agencies to meet the identified needs of students/ families

If you are interested in joining us at Placentino Elementary, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) letters of reference.

Placentino Elementary:  We are a preschool to grade 2 elementary school with a strong belief in the unlimited potential of every child.  We are committed to the  development of responsible, respectful, and compassionate students who strive to achieve their personal best, and develop a passion  for life-long learning and growth.

Placentino is unique in that it offers three programs of study beginning in kindergarten: Traditional, Montessori and French Immersion.  We also offer 2 half-day preschool programs: Montessori and Integrated Preschool . 

At Placentino we CARE!  Students  are encouraged to follow the 4 character traits of Cooperation, Acceptance, Responsibility, and Effort.  Our CARE program promotes a positive school climate and a trusting and respectful student-teacher relationship.

The quality of Holliston's distinctive programs are reflected in the ongoing commitment of our teachers and staff  towards continuous growth and development.  Placentino is a proud and enthusiastic learning community!