Possible Elementary Assistant Principal

Potential Elementary Assistant Principal at Wynford Elementary, K-5 Deadline: Until Filled Days Worked: TBD (197-224 days) Salary: Commensurate with Experience Position Purpose: -To provide leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of an Elementary School in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. -To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development. Essential Functions: -Utilizes a collaborative leadership style; coordinates improvement efforts to create alignment across the school system. -Develops and administers school programs consistent with school district vision, goals and objectives. -Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extracurricular activities. -Promotes a school environment that is positive, safe, and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning. -Ensures that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school. -Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. -Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching. -Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and reporting for all student activities, attendance, and records as required by law. -Coordinates the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices. -Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students’ needs, including students with special needs. -Coordinates with the district office in recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues. -Organizes and conducts regular meetings with teachers for continuing development of instructional techniques. -Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs. -Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. -Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school’s standards and school district policies. -Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district’s evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment. -Organizes and manages the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies. Additional Duties: As Assigned Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles. -Knowledge of Elementary school curriculum and concepts. -Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision. -Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans. -Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education. -Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. -Ability to develop and implement projects. -Effective verbal and written communication skills. -Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. -Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints. -Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance, and professional growth. -Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in a standard office and elementary school building environment. Certification/License: Valid Ohio Administrative Principal’s License Teaching Certification in a related area (i.e., Elementary School or subject area and grade level). Education: Masters Degree or higher from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration. Experience: -Extensive successful teaching experience at the Elementary School level, and preferably in more than one subject area or grade level. -Successful administrative experience at the Elementary School level is preferred FLSA Status: Exempt Application Process: Please email Cover Letter/Email of Interest, Resume including at least 3 professional references, and copy of licensure to Wynford Superintendent Forrest Trisler at trisler.forrest@wynfordroyals.org.