JUDY HESSION

Instructional Program:

• Directs the instructional activities in each subject area and grade level based following State standards for each student.
• Coordinates the developing, monitoring, modifying, and evaluating of the school’s instructional program by focusing on student work and achievement.
• Assesses the comprehensive needs of the school site, in conjunction with staff, and supervises the implementation of an instructional program that benefits all students, staff, and the community.
• Supervises the planning, budgeting, staffing, implementation, and evaluation of all categorical programs operated at the school site, including Title I (Improving Academic Achievement), Title III (English Learner Programs),

Special Education, and Gifted and Talented Education (GATE).

• Coordinates the school’s assessment program. Analyzes test data and results in conjunction with staff and develops plans to address identified needs.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates staff development at the school site. Works with District personnel to reinforce District-wide staff development programs.
• Visits classrooms regularly to monitor instruction and provide feedback to improve teaching and learning.
• Participates in District committees such as curriculum adoption and other advisory committees.
• Works toward integrating technology into the instructional program.

Pupil Services:

• Maintains an active awareness of the Education Code, Board policies, and regulations that address pupil services issues.
• Provides for all pupils’ health, safety, guidance, and welfare of at all times. Ensures pupil discipline is maintained of in the building, on the school grounds, and at all school-related activities.
• Organizes and maintains a student study team composed of the classroom teacher(s), parents, and specialist(s) to address students’ learning and/or behavioral needs.
• Assumes the responsibility for a school atmosphere conducive to building the self-esteem of each student and staff member.
• Participates in developing 504 Plans and Individual Education Programs (IEPs).

Personnel Administration:

• Participates in screening, interviewing, and selecting all certificated and classified employees at the school site with special attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Visits classrooms and work site regularly with attention to improving the school.
• Supervises, assists, and evaluates classified and certificated personnel.
• Maintains required personnel records in a timely manner.
• Administers and adheres to certificated and classified bargaining unit contracts.
• Meets with all certificated personnel to establish goals for individual improvement.

Management:

• Staffs school including teachers, classified staff, office staff, yard supervisors, and other staff reflecting all populations.
• Builds a culture of trust that respects diverse opinions.
• Maintains records necessary for completing of District, State, and Federal reports.
• Assumes responsibility for building and equipment maintenance, safety, and security.
• Meets regularly with the school leadership team, School Site Council, English Learner Advisory Committee, and any other site management committees.
• Prepares school budget, approves budget requests, and administers the budget and expenditure of funds.
• Works with maintenance and operations staff to provide students and adults a safe, clean environment.
• Make discretionary decisions necessary to solve problems in the school's operation within the administrative organization's framework and policies and the District's procedures.
• Continually assesses the school's operation to ensure the most efficient use of time, personnel, and materials with District goals.
• Prepares reports and provides data relative to the school's operation as the Superintendent requests.
• Promotes the District’s core values, goals, and initiatives while embracing the uniqueness of the school and its community with special attention to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Establishes and maintains regular contact with community organizations and institutions that may provide educational resources to his/her operational unit.
• Proactively and successfully mediates concerns between and among teachers, staff, parents, and students.
• Analyzes data to make informed site-based curricular and program decisions.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

• Leads and develops strategies to design, create, and implement diversity programs.
• Partners with staff to develop plans for improving diversity across the school.
• Provides guidance and expertise to oversee diversity in the recruitment of school staff.
• Designs, creates, and directs diversity programs based on the needs of various stakeholders, set goals for diversity programs, and monitors performance and effectiveness of progress.
• Develops and directs school communications to articulate and communicate the school's vision and commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Creates and/or implements diversity-related workshops at school, including curriculum for staff and students.
• Accesses resources for organizing diversity training and awareness opportunities for the department.

Community Relations/Communications:

• Interprets school, District, State, and federal programs, policies, and procedures to pupils, staff, parents, and the community.
• Resolves parent complaints and addresses parent concerns related to the school program.
• Responds to questions and requests from parents and community members.
• Provides information on school programs to supervisors and the Board of Education.
• Communicates regularly with parents and community regarding the site program.
• Provides leadership to parent and community groups. Models interpersonal skills and communication skills for students, teachers, and parents.