What are the responsibilities and job description for the Half Time 0.5 FTE Assistant Principal - Cape Elizabeth High School position at Cape Elizabeth School Department?
- To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development.
- To serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal.
- Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities.
- Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
- Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
- Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
- Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
- Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
- Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of High school curriculum and concepts.
- Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
- Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
- Ability to develop and implement projects.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
- State Certification as required for position.
- Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration or other related educational discipline.
- Interested candidates should complete an application for employment from our website - https://www.cape.k12.me.us/page/job-openings
- A valid Maine Department of Education Endorsement/Certification, applicable to the position for which you are applying, will be required of the successful candidate. However, it is not a requirement to obtain prior to applying.
- For more information about Maine’s Department of Education certification requirements, including background check (fingerprinting), please visit https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/initial
JobID: 1249
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Principal
Administration/Assistant Principal
Date Posted:
4/17/2025
4/17/2025
Location:
Cape Elizabeth High School
Cape Elizabeth High School
0.5 FTE - Assistant High School Principal - Cape Elizabeth High School
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of a High School Principal, to assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of a High School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law.
Essential Functions
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
Education
Experience
Extensive successful teaching experience at the High School level.
Successful experience as an administrator in the High School level preferred.
Extensive successful teaching experience at the High School level.
Successful experience as an administrator in the High School level preferred.
To Apply:
Internal applicants should submit their interest using the Frontline system on our website - https://www.cape.k12.me.us/page/job-openings
Cape Elizabeth School Department has three schools: Pond Cove Elementary School, grades K-4; Cape Elizabeth Middle School, grades 5-8; and, Cape Elizabeth High School, grades 9-12. All schools are located within easy walking distance of each other. Please visit our web site for information.
Cape Elizabeth is a residential community located on the Atlantic Ocean three miles south of Portland, two hours north of Boston, and covers about 15 square miles. It has a population of approximately 9,100 residents living in 3,200 households.
