JOB TITLE : Assistant Principal CLASSIFICATION : Exempt
REPORTS TO : Principal PAY GRADE : ADM
LOCATION : ASSIGNED CAMPUS DATE REVISED : 9 / 1 / 2023
PRIMARY PURPOSE :
Assist the school principal in the overall administration of instructional programs and campus-level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education / Certification :
- Master's Degree
- Arkansas Mid-Management Certification or the new Standard Principal Certificate or other appropriate
- The Arkansas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (TESS)
- Valid Arkansas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Working knowledge of curriculum and instructionStrong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skillsThorough understanding of school administrative operationsDemonstration of leadership skills in the present assignmentDemonstrates effective use of current technology skillsAbility to coordinate campus support operationsExperience :
Three years experience as a classroom teacherMAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Instructional Management
Participate in the development and evaluation of educational programs.Encourage and support the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.Promote the use of technology in the teaching / learning process.School / Organizational Climate
Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.Deal sensitively and fairly with all students / persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.Communicate effectively with students and staff.Serve as administrator in charge when the campus principal is absent.Serve as the Campus Testing Coordinator, along with other Campus Testing Team members, to plan and implement on-campus testing.School / Organizational Improvement
Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents, and Community members.Help principal develop, maintain, and use information systems and records to track progress on campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.Personnel Management
Observe employee performance, record observations, and conduct evaluation conferences.Assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.Administration and Fiscal / Facilities
Supervise operations in the principal's absence.Help plan daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments, and extracurricular activity schedules.Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with the attendance clerk on follow-up investigations.Work with department heads and faculty to compile annual budget requests based on documented program needs.Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment; check inventory; maintain records; and verify receipts for materials.Assist with safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and board policy.Student Management
Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.Help to develop a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students, and teachers.Professional Growth and Development
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignments.School / Community Relations
Articulate the school's mission to the community and solicit its support in realizing its mission.Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.Other
Perform other duties assigned.Equal Opportunity Employer
Prairie Grove School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on
the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital / civil union
status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or
disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals
who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
