What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative - Elementary Assistant Principal position at Kearney Public Schools?
Job Description
Kearney Public Schools is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Principal at Northeast Elementary School starting the 2025-2026 school year. This position has a 210 day contract with competitive salary and benefits. Candidates must hold a valid Administrator's Certificate. Position is open until filled.
QUALIFICATIONS: The administrator will meet all qualifications and behavior standards as set by State of Nebraska authority. In accordance with certification requirements and the performance expectations of the Kearney Public Schools, all administrators shall meet the following employment criteria:
- Master’s Degree in Education is required. Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Nebraska Department of Education Administrative Certificate with a K-6 Principal endorsement.
- Experience: Prior Administrative experience in an educational setting preferred.
- Knowledge of curriculum development, technology, supervision of staff, staff evaluation, discipline policies, school laws, management of staff and students, planning, and community relations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (Include, but are not limited to)
- Provides guidance for staff and students.
- Assists principal in providing appropriate and effective learning environment at the elementary level.
- Assists in developing teacher schedules.
- Assists with building goals and objectives.
- Assists principal with curriculum development.
- Plans building staff in-services.
- Administers district discipline policy by establishing building guidelines for students and staff.
- Assists principal in marketing educational programs.
- Confers with students, parents, and staff.
- Establishes and maintains effective oral and written communication.
- Assists principal in staff and program evaluations.
- Organizes and provides leadership in the building.
- Serves on building and community-based support groups.
- Serves on district committees.
- Serves as a positive school representative when working with the media.
- Performs duties as assigned by the building principal.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Never Occasional Frequent Constant
0% 1-32% 33-66% 67%
- Standing X
- Walking X
- Sitting X
- Bending/Stooping X
- Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X
- Climbing X
- Driving X
- Physical Tasks
- Lifting 80 lbs. Max X
- Carrying 100 Ft.
- Manual Dexterity Tasks: Sedentary Light Medium Heavy Very Heavy
Specifically: Sometimes carrying ill or injured students following district health procedures.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: (Intellectual, Sensory)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates stress management and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates leadership and works well on various teams.
- Works well with children and adults.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Heated/air conditioned offices and buildings; all weather conditions.
This position is subject to a veterans' preference.
You may attach your Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation.
Or you may have your Credential file sent to Kearney Public Schools Human Resource office at 320 W 24th St, Kearney NE 68845 or emailed to dbosard@kearneycats.com. We will scan and attached them to your application file.
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NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.
The Kearney Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 –
Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources
Kearney Public Schools
320 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68845
308-698-8011
melherrmann@kearneycats.com
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Primary Location
Northeast Elementary
Salary Range
Per Year
Shift Type
Full-Time
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