a. Foster the ongoing development of a model program based on exemplary practices as identified in current literature in an atmosphere that encourages innovation and experimentation.

b. Identify goals for continued growth and development consistent with the vision, philosophy, and mission of the Compass School.

a. Coordinate the development and implementation of guidelines for curriculum, assessment, and guidance based on the Compass School philosophy.

b. Coordinate the teacher’s work in planning and implementing the day to day program consistent with the general program philosophy.

c. Serve as a curriculum leader and resource person in developing the educational aspect of the program.

d. Be ultimately responsible for students’ academic achievement.

a. Chair search committees for hiring the Teachers and other staff.

b. Provide direct supervision for the Teachers through regular meetings, policy and procedure development, and ongoing feedback.

c. Mentor the staffs’ implementation of the children’s program through observation, regular staff meetings, and individual consultation when appropriate.

d. Foster the professional development of the staff through individual consultation, setting individual goals, specific programming, encouraging conference attendance, and so forth.

e. Conduct an annual evaluation of each professional staff member using appropriate information such as personal observations, systematic feedback from parents and students, teacher’s self-reflection, and input from others as relevant.

a. Develop an annual projected budget in consultation with the Business Administrator and the Development Committee which reflects expected income, program expenses, and necessary capital equipment needs.

b. Monitor income and expenses throughout the year to ensure comparability with projections.

c. Meet with the Business Administrator and the Development Committee to coordinate fiscal management of the program.

d. Work with the Compass School Council to support development efforts.

a. Develop, in consultation with professional staff and the Compass School Council, appropriate written materials about the Compass School and its goals for families enrolled in the program.

b. Meet regularly with a Compass School Council.

c. Organize a Parent Education Series or other parent outreach activities as appropriate.

d. Organize and attend social functions with the Compass School families .

e.Be available to meet individually with Compass School families about their questions and concerns.

a. Represent the Compass School with the State Department of Education.

b. Represent the Compass School at appropriate professional meetings at state, regional, and national level.

c. Represent the Compass School on the Rhode Island League of Charter Schools.

d. Participate in professional development activities.

a. Represent the Compass School in the local community.

b. Develop relationships with environmental education groups including Save the Bay, The Coastal Institute, The Nature Conservancy, The Audobon Society, etc.

c. Develop relationships with organizations working for social justice such as Habitat for Humanity, the Peace Corp, South County Community Action, etc.

a. Work collaboratively with the Compass School Council.

b. Work collaboratively with the Compass School’s sponsoring agency.

c. Ensure, in conjunction with the Compass School Council, that the Compass School meets all state licensing requirements.

d. Develop, in consultation with the Compass School Council, specific policies and procedures for, enrollment, safety, illness, and injuries.

e. Oversee the provisions in all reports required by the state.

f. Maintain student records as required by the state.

1. Plan and implement, in collaboration with the Step teaching team, curriculum for a multi-age group of children consistent with developmentally appropriate educational practice as articulated by the Compass School mission and philosophy.
2. Work collaboratively with other teachers, families, community members and the Director to develop and implement projects.
3. Facilitate the physical, social, emotional, cognitive and reflective development of children at the Compass School.
4. Use ongoing assessment to monitor children’s growth, development, strengths, and needs.
5. Give input to the Director in the development of policies and procedures and assist in their implementation.
6. Be accountable for fostering students’ academic progress.
7. Be responsible for and participate in extra-curricular Compass School activities on an on-going basis.
8. Develop long term relationships with children and their families by serving as the primary mentor for each child in their group.

1. Informally interact with parents on a frequent and regular basis to provide information on their child’s progress and to provide support as needed.
2. Integrate parents’ contribution to the curriculum as appropriate.
3. Serve as a resource person to parents.
4. Conduct periodic parent/teacher conferences so that adults can share information about children. Prepare written narrative reports for this purpose.
5. When the Director is unavailable, provide information to persons interested in the program.
6. Attend Open Houses and other family functions.

1. Attend and participate in staff meetings to discuss various aspects of the program.
2. Accept a rotating assignment to serve on the Compass School Council.
3. Contribute to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of the Compass School.
4. Administer state mandated assessments.

1. Notify the Director when consumable materials and supplies are needed and participate in ordering, as needed.
2. Assist in training temporary staff such as assistants, volunteers, and substitutes.
3. Communicate maintenance and repair needs to the appropriate parties.
4. Maintain records of child attendance, health and accidents, and report to the Director as necessary.
5. Show flexibility in meeting the Compass school’s scheduling and emergency needs.
6. Be responsible for the day to day upkeep of the classroom.

1. Conduct ongoing self-evaluation to identify areas for continual improvement.
2. Participate in annual personal and professional review to set goals for the next year.
3. Participate in professional development activities.