What are the responsibilities and job description for the CRLS Freshman Academy Principal (July 2026) position at Cambridge Rindge & Latin High School?
Description of Service Opportunity:
The Freshman Academy Principal will perform the following duties to help support the 4-week summer learning school program:
-maintain communication with the upper schools about the students
-maintain communication with the Office of Student Services Department at CRLS to assist student transition
-maintain communication with the Mayor Youth Summer Employment Program (MYSEP) to meet MYSEP worksite requirements
-apply comprehensive statistical data analysis to inform curricular and placement instructions for the fall
-assist teachers with curriculum development and alignment
-establish/maintain communication with parents to help the success in the program and the transition to high school
-maintain the standards of the program
-coordinate the finances for the program
-maintain a connection with the students after they leave the program and enter the high school and actively promote student success through mentoring and guidance
-debrief the program with the Deans and Guidance Department to provide insight about the Incoming freshmen
-coordinate field trips to local colleges and other educational facilities
-connect with CRLS coaches and athletic staff to help students connect with the sports teams at CRLS
-research best practices for summer intervention programs, student connected-ness literature, science learner identity literature and apply research findings to the program.
-continue to provide support to the students involved in the program through the 2026-2027 school year.
-responsible for developing and overseeing a program that will support incoming Freshmen students to strengthen their learning.
-responsible for the direct supervision of staff, including weekly group/staff check in and one- to-one support as needed.
-work with classroom teachers and appropriate support staff (l.e. content area teachers, counselors) and Upper School/CRLS family liaisons to encourage students to participate in the hybrid programming.
-lead ongoing communication with families, with the support of the school administrator.
-Social skills instruction will be based on SEL curriculum ideas aligned with the Falcon Block model embedded within each Learning Community,
-support staff in addressing day to day needs Including support staff in addressing student behavioral issues and engagement.
-maintain all records, including daily student attendance and follow up as needed; keep accurate time sheets; and produce payment vouchers.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum Requirements: Masters Degree and experience working with high school students in academic support/youth development settings. CRLS staff member preferred.
Service agreement to be paid at summer school principal rate of $60/hour. Not to exceed $12,000 (200 hours total)
Length of Contract:
July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Contract Amount
Not exceed $12000.00
Please note that your hourly rate is dependent upon your collective bargaining agreement or individual hourly rate. If you are a non-exempt employee and have worked more than 40 hours a week, you will be paid time and a half for any hours worked over 40 hours
Salary : $60