Secondary Assistant Principal

Brentwood School District Vacancy Announcement

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Secondary Assistant Principal - Middle/High School

Description

JOB/POSITION SUMMARY: The assistant principal will support the building principal in serving as an instructional leader and fostering a positive and safe school climate for all students and staff. This role will focus on supporting both middle and high school levels, ensuring continuity of academic programs, student support services, and school operations. The Assistant Principal will collaborate with all stakeholders, provide leadership in instructional strategies, and contribute to the vision of the school in alignment with the district’s strategic goals.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Administrative salary determined by Superintendent of Schools, depending on experience and education. 12-month contract of employment based on annual evaluation in accordance with this job description. FLSA Status: Exempt

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university required
• Successful middle school and/or high school classroom teaching experience required
• Secondary school administration experience preferred

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:

• Valid Missouri State Secondary School Teaching Certificate required
• Valid Missouri School Administration Certificate required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP:

• Supports the principal in developing and implementing district and school goals; communicates these goals to students, staff, and the community.
• Assists in the development of school improvement plans and instructional strategies to enhance student achievement.
• Evaluates and supports educational programs, curriculum development, and instructional best practices to improve student learning.
• Supervises and evaluates teachers and staff, providing feedback for professional growth and instructional improvement.
• Uses data analysis to assess student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Performs other duties as dictated by law or assigned by the superintendent of schools

SCHOOL CLIMATE & CULTURE:

• Promotes a safe, positive, and inclusive school climate that supports the social-emotional and academic development of students.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders.
• Implements restorative practices and supports positive behavior interventions to promote student success.
• Encourages and fosters a culture of equity, respect, and high expectations for all students and staff.

PROVIDES ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT:

• Assists in the development and management of the school budget and ensures fiscal responsibility.
• Supports scheduling, supervision, and coordination of school operations, activities, and events.
• Maintains accurate records, prepares reports, and ensures compliance with district policies and state/federal regulations.
• Assists in recruiting, hiring, and evaluating school personnel, ensuring alignment with district needs and goals.
• Coordinates student supervision during arrival, dismissal, lunch periods, and school-sponsored events.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicates with parents and/or legal guardians regarding students’ progress, engaging stakeholders in the child’s education and development
• Participates in and leads a variety of meetings and on-going professional development conveying and/or gathering information required to perform the job’s function
• Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility
• Communicates effectively and professionally with parents, staff, students, and community members

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

The requirements described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, handbooks, policy books
• Ability to write general correspondence using correct grammar
• Ability, both orally and in writing, to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from individuals
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts
• Ability to maintain a balanced budget, analyze various budget proposals, determine the funding allocations, defend various budgeting recommendations, and forecast the financial needs of the building

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define and solve problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to solve a variety of problems in many different situations and have strong attention to detail
• Ability to use available information and prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet various deadlines
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to utilize multiple computer programming systems - Proficient with Excel/Google Sheets, Microsoft Word/Docs, and Microsoft Powerpoint/Google Slides
• Use of basic office equipment - copier, fax, phone system, security system, intercoms

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to perform duties with awareness of district policies and procedures and federal/state laws
• Ability to work effectively with a team to design, monitor, and achieve collective goals
• Ability to independently work using standardized practices and/or methods to lead, guide, and/or coordinate with others
• Responsible for supervising, evaluating, and developing all staff members serving in the assigned school

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The employee must speak, stand, talk, walk, see, hear, and sit and rise from the floor for long periods of time on a regular basis
• The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• The employee must frequently bend, reach above the head, as well as forward, and use fine motor skills
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to read small print
• Must frequently move in and around buildings and grounds to visit classrooms, attend meetings, and supervise dismissal areas and sit for an hour or more at a time

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• The noise level will vary depending on the daily activity. The office setting is typically quiet, but with occasional presence in the cafeteria and/or school assemblies, the noise level is moderate to very loud. The individual who holds this position must be able to hear a conversation in a noisy environment.
• The employee must have the ability to work in potentially high stress situations, with frequent engagement with various stakeholders
• The office work environment is consistent with a typical office environment; however, the individual who holds this position will frequently be required to move throughout the building to multiple settings and adapt to unexpected environments, and occasionally be outside in temperatures below freezing and above 100 degrees.
• The individual who holds this position is frequently required to work irregular or extended hours.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000