Assistant Principal

Purpose Statement

The job of Assistant Principal/Academy Principal is done for the purpose/s of providing assistance to the Principal/head of school in the administration of the school program; directing assigned school site programs and services; providing information and serving as a resource to others; supervising assigned staff; coordinating school activities and addressing issues, situations, and/or problems that arise on campus or with enrolled students. Functions may vary depending on school site assignment.

This Job reports to Assigned Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Chairs various school committees (e.g. school culture, social, wellness, Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS), etc.) for the purpose of coordinating activities and ensuring that outcomes achieve school, network, and/or state objectives.
• Conducts classroom observations giving post-observation feedback along with co-teaching when necessary for the purpose of ensuring the quality of instruction at assigned school site.
• Facilitates the development, communication implementation, and evaluation of quality learning for the purpose of enhancing excellence, equality, and equity for staff and students.
• Facilitates meetings, processes, etc. for the purpose of meeting curriculum guidelines and/or ensuring that network and state mandates are achieved.
• Implements policies, procedures, and/or processes for the purpose of providing direction and/or complying with mandated requirements. Intervenes in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students for the purpose of assisting students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
• Manages a variety of school administrative functions (e.g. student disciplinary policy, school schedule, assessment schedule, etc.) for the purpose of enforcing school, network, and state policy and maintaining safety and efficiency of school operations.
• Oversees Special Education and the program of student discipline that focuses on both academics and behavior for the purpose of ensuring compliance and encouraging positive academic and behavioral performance of students at the school site.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Partners with site Instructional Coach for the purpose of reviewing data for preparation of required network reporting to the state.
• Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. assessment results, student activities, grade level/master schedules schedules, correspondence, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Represents the school within community forums for the purpose of maintaining ongoing community support for educational goals, establishing relationships with families and community, and assisting with issues related to school environment.
• Supervises staff teaching performance and attendance, making arrangements for guest (substitute) teachers when needed, for the purpose of monitoring performance and quality of teaching, providing feedback for improvement, ensuring daily coverage in all classrooms, and ensuring achievement of overall objectives of school's curriculum.
• Supports principal/head of school in varying roles depending on site assignment for the purpose of providing assistance with administrative functions.

Other Functions

Performs other replated duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school site

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; administering personnel policies; applying curriculum and instructional techniques; conducting meetings; counseling and mentoring teachers; critical observation; enforcing discipline policies; enforcing rules and regulations; facilitating meetings; investigating problems; planning agendas/meetings; and resolving conflict

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: laws and regulations related to education; concepts of management and supervision; practices of personnel administration; and knowledge of community resources.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions; creating a positive school climate for students, staff, and community; motivating staff; adapting to changing work priorities; being available on-call; meeting deadlines and schedules; and working extended hours.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; directing other persons within a department, large work unit, and/or across several small work units; monitoring budget expenditures. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 50% walking, 25% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field with increasing levels of responsibility is required in a minimum of 4 years teaching and/or administrative experience

Education: Masters degree in job-related area.

Required Testing

None Specified

Certificates and Licenses

Teaching Credential

Valid Administrative Credential

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance

FLSA Status

Exempt