Assistant Principal - Newberry Community School

Newberry Community School is seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant Principal to support the Principal in the overall administration of the charter school. This leadership role requires strong organizational and supervisory skills, sound judgment, and the ability to foster positive relationships with staff, students, families, and the broader school community. The Assistant Principal must demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to advancing the school’s academic goals and Governing Board initiatives.

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or an academic discipline
• Two (2) years of responsible professional experience in the leadership, organization, and supervision of academic affairs within a similar educational institution; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Successful completion of certification in Administration/Supervision, Educational Leadership, or School Principal.

• A thorough knowledge of Governing Board policies and procedures is required.
• High level of professionalism, a strong work ethic, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and flexibility in work hours to ensure the effective operation of school functions.
• Ability to follow and provide direction, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions with discretion.
• Possess experience in planning, directing, and supervising staff while fostering effective working relationships with faculty, board members, parents, and the community.

• Assist the Principal in the administration of the charter school.
• Assist in the planning, organization, and implementation of all Governing Board goals and objectives.
• Coordinate and integrate all school activities toward the achievement of established goals and objectives.
• Assist in the development and implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Provide effective leadership to the assigned school community in fulfilling the goals and objectives related to short- and long-range initiatives of the Governing Board.
• Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals, and discussing trends of mutual interest with others in the field.
• Plan, attend, and conduct staff meetings to address policy changes, instructional programs, potential issues, and resolutions to existing school-related concerns.
• Participate in recruitment, screening, hiring, training, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of school personnel.
• Enforce policies and procedures to provide leadership and control during school crises and/or incidents of civil disobedience.
• Assist in the development and implementation of guidelines for student conduct, including suspension and expulsion policies and procedures; assists with attendance, discipline, health, and medication procedures.
• Participate in School Advisory Councils, Parent-Teacher Organizations, and community groups to promote positive school and community relations and enhance school programs.
• Supervise the instructional program, including master scheduling and teaching assignments based on student needs.

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds as needed to move objects.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

• Salary and benefits, including earned vacation time to be used during the summer.
• 12-month position.

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable performance of essential job functions, unless doing so causes undue hardship. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

Eligible veterans and their spouses may receive preference in accordance with applicable state law and organizational policy.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, employment verification, and any other screenings required by law or organizational policy.

The organization is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as allowed by law and policy.

The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications listed in this job posting are not intended to be an exhaustive or complete listing of all functions required of the position. Newberry Community School reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as necessary to meet operational needs.