Title: Middle School Assistant Principal - Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Qualifications:

1. Valid Indiana Administration License or comparable out-of-state certification

2. At least a Masters Degree with a concentration in educational administration

3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Reports To: Principal

Job Goal: To assist the principal in establishing an educational climate that promotes academic achievement and the attainment of democratic principles.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assist the principal in defining the school’s mission and vision, support the development of the continuous improvement plan and work as a partner with the principal communicating goals and expectations of the total school program.
• Work in partnership with the principal, counselors and staff to support the school’s restorative practices and PBIS philosophies of promoting positive relationships and maintaining parameters for appropriate behavior.
• Adhere to, and comply with, all Board of Education policies, regulations, and operating procedures.
• Provide instructional leadership and assist the principal in supervising the implementation of the curriculum.
• Assist the principal in monitoring and assessing student achievement and participation in outcomes with appropriate data collection and analysis.
• Assist the principal in supervising and evaluating the effectiveness of all school-based personnel.
• Support the principal in the process of continuous school improvement.
• Use multiple sources of data to monitor and assess student achievement, as requested by the principal.
• Assist in the implementation of school-wide supervision plans that establish and maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Create a productive work climate by gaining the cooperation of staff and students.
• Administer and coordinate school discipline and maintain necessary discipline records.
• Coordinate and supervise student activities.
• Plan and engage in professional activities which contribute to leadership development.
• Assist in determining and implementing school organization, student placement, evaluation, and services and programs to meet the needs of individual students.
• Assist the principal with supervision of local school finances.
• Act as a positive role model for teachers and students.
• Exercise initiative, tact, and good judgment in dealing with others.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Terms of Employment: 260-day contract (Year Round)