ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS: (1) Master’s Degree from an accredited educational institution (2) Certification in Educational Leadership (3) Minimum of three (3) years successful teaching experience (4) Satisfactory criminal background check (5) ESOL Endorsement/Certification preferred (6) Valid Florida Driver’s License KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (1) Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies and procedure manuals. Follow directions and apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. (2) To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of current Human Resources leave system and Skyward inventory system (if applicable) or be willing to learn new technology practices. (3) Ability to utilize technology in facilitating instruction (4) Knowledge of federal, state and District rules, regulations and policies as they relate to job functions (5) Knowledge of and ability to use word processing, databases and spreadsheet applications (6) Skill in handling constituent’s problems, concerns and emotional distress with sensitivity and tact (7) Ability to read and interpret applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures (8) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (9) Ability to plan, organize and prioritize activities related to assignment (10) Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making (11) Ability to make presentations to a variety of audiences (12) Ability to carry out job responsibilities and handle sensitive information in a confidential manner (13) Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimum supervision (14) Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and courteous manner (15) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, general public and governmental agencies (16) Ability to work effectively to furnish needed information to administrators, other departments, governmental agencies, media, general public and parents (17) Ability to tolerate highly stressful situations (18) Ability to adjust tasks and schedule to changed priorities REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL To assist the Principal in providing vision and instructional leadership to develop, administer and monitor educational programs to ensure student achievement and a safe school program for students, staff and community. SUPERVISES: Assigned Instructional, Support and Classified Personnel PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (1) Serve as a role model for students, dressing and grooming professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in your position. (2) Model and maintain high ethical standards (3) Establish high standards and expectations for all students to accept responsibility for behavior. (4) Supervise students and consistently administer rules regarding student behavior. (5) Assist students in learning to accept responsibility, demonstrate respect for people and property, and demonstrate self-discipline. (6) Assist in developing and maintain school atmosphere conducive to learning and student achievement (7) Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of the instructional program, including the use of technology at the assigned school (8) Utilize current research, outside sources, performance data and feedback from parents, students, teachers and the community to assist in making decisions related to improvement in instruction and student performance (9) Ensure compliance with rules and procedures for Exceptional Student Education instructional programs, services and discipline (10) Serve as MTSS Coordinator (11) Serve as Curriculum Coordinator (12) Serve as active participant on MTSS Team (13) Coordinate the selection of textbooks, materials and equipment needed at the school (14) Facilitate the testing program as assigned (15) Promote high student achievement (16) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities (17) Establish a professional rapport with students that earns their respect. (18) Use team approaches in solving problems and improving processes and provide frequent feedback to those involved in improvement efforts. (19) Assist with the establishment and maintenance of individual professional development plans (growth plans) for instructional employees as assigned. (20) Assist with interviewing and selecting qualified personnel for open positions (21) Assist in establishing assignments for instructional and classified personnel (22) Assign tasks and supervise personnel in task accomplishment, including special projects (23) Assist with monitoring the custodial program at the school to ensure a clean, healthy and safe learning environment (24) Assist with the supervision of all extracurricular programs as required (25) Assist with the management and supervision of student activity programs, including the selection of club sponsors and coaches. (26) Maintain visibility and accessibility on the school campus and at school related activities and events. (27) Serve as an arbitrator for serious discipline problems in accordance with District policies and state statutes. (28) Assume responsibility for control and direction of students related to suspensions from school and/or suspensions from bus and school in accordance with School Board policies and state statutes. (29) Prepare referrals for student personnel services as needed. (30) Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as required by law and regulation or requested by the administration. (31) Work cooperatively with adults assigned (e.g., paraprofessionals, student teachers, parents, and volunteers), establishing clear expectations for roles and responsibilities. (32) Maintain positive, cooperative, and mutually supportive relationships with the administration, instructional staff, students, parents, and representatives of resource agencies within the community. (33) Continue to grow professionally through collaboration with colleagues and professional growth experiences. (34) Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines. (35) Attends IEP, Section 504, or other related meetings necessary for student assessment and/or compliance with federal and/or state law (36) Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and/or in self-selected professional growth activities (37) Communicate with parents and school counselors on pupil progress (38) Serve as the administrator on assignment in the absence of the Principal (39) Perform any other duties as assigned by Principal or Superintendent PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects. Job Description Supplement Code: 5 TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District. Position is twelve months; eight hours per day. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the PCSD Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel. Job Code Title: Assistant Principal, E; Assistant Principal, M/J; Assistant Principal, SH Job Code: 73008, 73009, 73010 Job Classification: 04 Asst. Principals, School-Based Admin BOARD APPROVED: June 16, 2005 Amended: May 20, 2014 Job Class Category: D Administrative Personnel