Middle School Assistant Principal - SMS

Our District:

The Sultan School District is one of the larger geographical school districts in the Puget Sound area, consisting of approximately 325 square miles. Sultan School District has approximately 2,000 students enrolled K-12. Students are currently served by two elementary schools, a middle school, a high school and an alternative high school; and the Sno-Isle Skills Center, a cooperative vocational technical school.

Our Community:

Located northeast of Seattle (seven miles east of Monroe) or about 20 minutes from the Woodinville area, Sultan is surrounded by a beautiful environmental setting. Our “backyard” is the scenic Skykomish River and Cascade Mountains. Sultan School District includes the community of Sultan, Startup, and Gold Bar. Students from Index attend Sultan High School.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should apply through our web-based application program and upload the required supporting documents at https://sultan.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following documents:

• A letter of application addressing the qualifications and requirements of the position
• A current resume
• Two or more letters of recommendation (including current or former supervisors)
• Three or more confidential reference forms which will be completed electronically by your references

Note: Current district employees need to submit only a letter of application on-line using the internal application process.
Sultan School District seeks applicants who want to be part of a growing, dynamic school system, and those who are committed to a continuing program of personal and professional growth.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the Middle School Principal in support of programs at the school or District level. Duties include: assisting in developing and monitoring goals; participating in the screening and selection of staff; supervising and monitoring the performance of certified staff; establishing and monitoring standards of conduct for students; participating in the establishment and monitoring of budget; facilitating the development of school schedules; designing staff development programs and content; designing, implementing, and coordinating various programs and professional growth opportunities; facilitating meetings; writing curriculum; and, working with teams to support the goals and mission of the District.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

These statements are intended to describe the major purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Sultan School District’s Strategic Plan supports the Nine Characteristics of High Performing Schools. The Sultan School District uses professional learning communities to develop essential learnings, learning targets, proficiency rating scales, common formative assessments, summative assessments, etc.

• Provide leadership and management of the elementary or middle school, treating all staff and students with respect and dignity.
• Serve as the assistant instructional leader and assistant operational manager of an elementary/middle school facility.
• Participate and engage in professional learning communities (PLC).
• Plan, conduct, and maintain performance evaluations designed to ensure that site goals and objectives are achieved, and that all levels of staff adhere to site, district, state, and national educational standards and goals.
• Provide staff with meaningful feedback that assists teachers in deepening their knowledge of teaching and learning.
• Plan, develop, organize, and administer support systems which provide optimal educational opportunities for elementary school age students.
• Work closely with the staff and teacher leader teams in assessing each school's educational, behavioral and program needs.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for students and staff that is free of harassment, intimidation and bullying.
• Assist in the development of short-term, mid-term and long-range planning strategies for creating an optimal educational program.
• Supervise, direct, and coordinate the assignment of support personnel.
• Coordinate student and family assistance programs with social service and youth service agencies.
• Establishes effective working relationships with all staff, students and parents.
• Accountability of student discipline.
• Has working knowledge of positive behavior interventions, supports and restorative justice practices.
• Utilize inclusive practices to support all learners.
• Differentiate instruction (product, process, content, practice) to meet the needs of all learners.
• Provide evidence of personal continuous learning and growth in grade level/subject.

QUALIFICATIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to construct, implement, monitor timelines and meet deadlines on projects and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public, realizing that this position is a critical part of our community.
• Knowledge of principles, techniques, strategies, goals, and objectives of public education.
• Knowledge of philosophical, economic, and legal aspects of public education.
• Knowledge of modern, innovative and creative curriculum and instructional trends regarding the elementary age student.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional program delivery strategies, and program supervision, assessment, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of human relations strategies, conflict resolution strategies, and team building principles and techniques.
• Ability to manage, lead, and direct the functions and activities of an elementary school facility.
• Ability to make effective instructional practices the top priority and demonstrate effective organizational and administrative leadership.
• Ability to talk with and relate to elementary school students.
• Ability to set high expectations for staff and students and inspire people to work towards those expectations.
• Possess knowledge of current discipline laws and trends.
• Knowledge of AWSP Leadership Frameworks and the CEL 5D Instructional Frameworks.
• Have a working knowledge of the Teacher Principal Evaluation Process.
• Continued leadership towards full implementation of the common core standards.
• Successful involvement in a professional learning community.
• Lead Positive Behavior Intervention Systems in the building.

EDUCATION, LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, FORMAL TRAINING:

• Masters’ degree or higher in educational administration or a closely related field.
• Valid Washington State Administrative Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years successful elementary level teaching experience and previous experience in an administrative-like role preferred.

CONDITIONS: EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION. The preceding lists of positions functions, qualifications and requirements are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement:

The recommended applicant, if not a current employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check

Pursuant to Chapter 43.43, Washington Laws of 1990, the recommended applicant will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he/she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol.

The Sultan School District #311 is an equal opportunity employer. The district complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the District Title IX Officer and/or Section 504 Coordinator, 514 4th ST, Sultan, WA 98294. Federal/State Criminal History Background Clearance will be required at applicant’s expense (employment status contingent on verification). The Sultan School District requires any employee hired in a position requiring a CDL to undergo a drug test as part of the employment process. Satisfactory completion of such a test is a condition of employment. Applicants are hereby notified that the Sultan School District is a weapon and drug-free work environment.

“Working collaboratively to achieve excellence for all students.”