Area Elementary School_Assistant Principal; Jolly ES

Area 2 Elementary School – Assistant Principal (Jolly ES)

Jolly Elementary School is seeking a motivated and experienced Assistant Principal. Salary Grade/

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All open positions offered by the DeKalb County School District are subject to specific job requirements. The DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Assistant Principal, Elementary – Direct and provide guidance to an educational institution. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of instructional programs and manage school operations. Develop departmental short-term and long-term goals, aligned with the organization's strategic direction and cultural approach, making decisions that impact organizational success over the mid to long term.

• Provide technical expertise to the department, working on complex issues requiring an in-depth knowledge of the functional area and industry trends.
• Oversee and manage instructional programs, ensuring effective classroom observations and providing instructional leadership.
• Develop and monitor the school's master schedule to optimize efficient operation and resource allocation.
• Coordinate student discipline, manage behavior, and maintain a safe school environment.
• Improve attendance protocols, monitor student attendance closely, and address issues related to absences or tardiness.
• Coordinate tests, including scheduling for special education and advanced placement exams.
• Engage with parents and the community to address concerns effectively while fostering positive relationships.
• Manage staff by conducting teacher observations, facilitating professional development opportunities, and evaluating performance.
• Oversee administrative functions such as counseling services, human resources management, and school improvement planning initiatives.
• Anticipate factors that could influence functional area strategy.
• May oversee the development of new methods and resolution of issues.
• May work with abstract ideas or situations.
• May represent the organization internally and externally.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Education, Education Administration, or closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required.
• Minimum three (3) years of classroom teaching, supervisory level education administration, or closely related experience required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.

Full-time

Location:

Clarkston, GA.