File:  GCE

LEVERETT SCHOOL COMMITTEE

PROFESSIONAL STAFF RECRUITING/POSTING OF VACANCIES

It is the responsibility of the Superintendent, with the assistance of the administrative staff, to determine the personnel needs of the school district and it is the responsibility of the Principal, in consultation with the Superintendent, to determine the personnel needs of the individual schools. In addition, school councils may review personnel requirements as a means of evaluating the needs of a school.  Any recommendations for the creation or elimination of a position must be approved by the School Committee. 

The search for good teachers and other professional employees will extend to a wide variety of educational institutions and geographical areas.  It will take into consideration the characteristics of the town and the need for a heterogeneous staff from various cultural backgrounds.

Recruitment procedures will not overlook the talents and potential of individuals already employed by the school district.  Any current employee may apply for any position for which they have certification and meets other stated requirements.

Given the potential challenges in recruiting diverse teachers and staff, extra efforts will be made to recruit individuals from historically marginalized groups.

Openings in the schools will be posted in sufficient time, before the position is filled, to permit current employees to submit applications.

SOURCE: MASC September 2016

LEGAL REFS.:  Collective Bargaining Agreements

Reviewed and edited by Leverett Policy Committee:  04-04-22
First Reading by Leverett School Committee:  05-02-22
Second Reading, First Vote by Leverett School Committee:  06-06-22
Final Vote by Leverett School Committee:  08-29-22