What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal - Middle School Grades 4-6 position at Ware Public Schools?
The Assistant Principal will act in the capacity of a school administrator and assist the Principal in the performance of duties noted under the following categories:1. Leadership
- Articulates the vision and mission of the school and the district.
- Reviews, evaluates, and revises instructional programs using relevant data.
- Knows and encourages appropriate uses of instructional technologies.
- Involves staff in preparing and implementing professional development plans that are related to high student achievement.
- Promotes activities that honor academic excellence.
- Implements the school's and district's goals.
- Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
- Uses effective methods of personnel selection, supervision, and evaluation.
- Identifies, implements, and evaluates content-based instruction based on the MA Curriculum Frameworks.
- Practices relevant fiscal management policies and procedures.
- Uses technology appropriately: as an organizational tool for record keeping and scheduling; as a communication tool; data collection and accountability; and educational research.
- Assists in the improvement of instructional programs.
- Provides support and leadership in implementing standards-based classrooms and the use of the Principles of Learning.
- Understands plant facilities and equipment management.
- Assures presence and quality of educational practices and programs that address the needs, interests, and abilities of all students.
- Understands, models, and encourages the belief that effort is a key factor in achievement.
- Helps all students see themselves as unique individuals responsible for their own actions.
- Assures high academic expectations for all students.
- Holds teachers, students, and self to high standards of performance and behavior.
- Involves families and other community members in developing the vision, goals, School Improvement Plans, and programs for the school/district.
- Promotes partnerships among staff, families, the business community, and other community groups and uses community resources to enhance instruction.
- Is familiar with the districts student support services.
- Is familiar with the range of instructional programs, practices, policies, and beliefs that promote the goals of the Culture of Equity and Proficiency.
- Knows multiple strategies to assess student performance.
- Understands organizational change, school-based management, and school restructuring.
- Understands federal, state, and local laws and regulations including laws on disability, civil rights and responsibilities, issues of liabilities, and requirements of due process.
- Participates in parent conferences, PTO work, and community relations.
- Takes an active part in professional organizations.
