Assistant High School Principal - Centennial High School

Assistant High School Principal
- Centennial High School

Ankeny Community School District, Ankeny Centennial High School
- Ankeny, Iowa

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.

JDE: 2.15

High School Assistant Principal

An assistant principal assists with managing instructional and non-instructional functions and activities of the school; coordinates special events, parent/family involvement, transportation, supports the development of staff, and assists in the overall management of student behavior and attendance.

High School Assistant Principal

Grade 15

A

226-day Contract

Building Principal

Exempt

• Master’s degree in Education, Education Administration or related field
• Iowa Professional Administrative license, by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE)
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience
• Experience in a middle school, preferred
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both oral and written
• Positive work record, which includes a high degree of organization
• Demonstrated excellence in maintaining effective relationships with students, staff, and colleagues
• Proficient technology skills

Instructional Leadership and School Vision

• Advances the instructional vision in collaboration with the building administration and instructional leadership teams.
• Manages organizational systems and resources for a safe, high-performing learning environment.
• Assists in the preparation of schedules and assignments for staff and students.
• Manages the supervision and evaluation of staff.

Collaboration and Communication

• Develops and maintains an effective level of communication with appropriate personnel.
• Builds and maintains positive and effective relations with students, parents and community groups;
  Interprets the goals, objectives, and programs of the school to parents and the community.
• Confers with students, parents and staff to discuss attendance, social, emotional, behavior, and academics needs.
• Interprets Board of Education and central office policies and procedures to students, staff, and families.

School Culture and Student Support

• Fosters an environment where students, staff and faculty work cooperatively together.
• Assists the principal in upholding, developing and maintaining the student’s handbooks.
• Assists with Activity and Athletic Supervision as assigned.

Operations and Facility Management

• Coordinate and supervise designated special activities, field trips, programs, and building utilization.
• Regularly inspects facilities and brings maintenance and cleaning problems to the attention of the head custodian.

Other Functions

• Collaborate with internal and external personnel (e.g. other administrators, district staff, public agencies, community members, etc.) for implementing and/or maintaining services and programs.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, professional development and trainings, etc. (e.g. regulatory requirements, community or outside agencies, interdepartmental needs, etc.) for identifying issues, developing recommendations, supporting other staff, and serving as a District representative.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; evaluating employee performance, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Facilitates and oversees…