Assistant Principal

Job Title - Assistant Principal

Supervised by/

Reports to:

Principal

Supervises:
Classified and certified school personnel as designated

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Job Goal:

* To serve as an instructional and administrative leader of the school, to work with staff, students and community to ensure a high-quality educational program, and to formulate and accomplish the school's mission.

Qualifications:

* Master's degree in educational administration or school leadership.

* Valid Alabama certificate in Educational Leadership, administration, and/or supervision.

* Three (3) years successful experience as a classroom teacher.

* Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. .

* Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of modern education and ability to apply them to the needs of the school.

* Comprehensive knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends.

* Ability to plan and organize effectively.

* Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of others.

* Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.

* Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, including, but not limited to, students, faculty, staff, parents, and community members.

* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

* Knowledge of school law, Board policies, and school system regulations.

* Demonstrated skill in recruitment, selection, induction and assignment of personnel.

* Successful previous experience in maintaining effective discipline.

* Ability to plan and conduct faculty meetings.

* Physical mobility, dexterity, strength and visual acuity to meet student needs, deal with student problems and address building maintenance problems and school ground monitoring activities.

* Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.

* Ability to use and facilitate the use of technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.

* Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and

Essential Functions:

* Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.

* Supports to overall mission of the school and principal through performance of assigned job responsibilities.

* Assists in providing effective leadership in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the instructional program.

* Assists in interpreting and enforcing local, state and federal policies, regulations and laws.

* Assists the principal in the personnel function (recruitment, orientation, training, supervision, evaluation, mentoring, etc.)

* Assists the principal in securing, maintaining and managing material resources.

* Assists in improving student attendance.

* Assists with scheduling and assigning students for instruction.

* Assists with extracurricular activities at the level assigned.

* Assists with the supervision of classroom instruction.

* Assists with the distribution and accounting of textbooks, technology equipment, and instructional supplies.

* Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for faculty, staff and students.

* Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom.

* Assists with curriculum development and other related matters.

* Prepares reports, presentations, publications, or rosters as assigned.

* Assists with inspection of the physical plant and grounds and reports maintenance/custodial needs.

* Attends meetings, trainings, seminars, and workshops as required.

* Attends and assists with supervision of school system activities, events, ceremonies, and conferences as needed.

* Assists with procedures related to the health and safety of staff and students.

* Assumes overall responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal as directed.

* Is on call when necessary to provide proper building security and building maintenance, and to handle emergency situations.

* Provides a quick response to any emergency involving students, staff, or the school facility.

* Maintains high visibility within all areas of the facility.

* Assists in monitoring the orderly movement and safety of transportation services on school grounds.

* Models and maintains high ethical standards.

* Adheres to state statutes and system policies relating to accounting to ensure judicious management of school funds.

* Assists with overseeing administration of state and/or standardized testing as assigned; establishes appropriate testing environment and ensures test security.

* Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.

* Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.

* Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.

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