Assistant Principal Class Code: 1020

Job Description

Position Title: Assistant Principal

Class Code: 1020

Responsible To: Principal

Basic Function: Instructional leadership and school management

• Instructional Leadership
  • As delegated, manage an instructional program where teaching & learning and continuous improvement are priorities.
  • Develop a decision‑making and communication structure that assures effective planning, communication, and problem‑solving with areas of responsibility.
  • Provide opportunities for each faculty and staff member to grow, develop, and experience success.
• Faculty & Staff Personnel Management
  • Assist in managing faculty and staff in a manner which utilizes talent effectively, creating a positive school climate.
  • When asked to assist, utilize the faculty selection process to identify the most competent candidates to be recommended for employment.
  • When delegated the responsibility, observe the performance formative evaluation of certified and classified employees under the principal’s direction; if necessary, write prescription for improvement of performance.
  • When delegated the responsibility, conduct summative evaluation within state and local board policies.
  • Use state and board approved evaluation rubric when observing, evaluating, and conferencing with certified employees.
  • When assigned, help develop appropriate faculty and staff personnel job expectations, descriptions, and procedures.
  • Assist in developing a positive school climate by involving faculty and staff in decision‑making and problem‑solving and by building trust, respect, cohesiveness, and high morale.
  • When asked to do so, accurately complete personnel records, and forward them to appropriate persons on a timely basis.
• Student Personnel Management
  • Insure that student conduct/attendance/personal problems are handled effectively and reasonably positively.
  • Provide an effective support system for students with learning and/or behavior problems, which leads to the development of a systematic program to reduce absenteeism.
  • Promotes optimum attendance of all students through a systematic program to reduce absenteeism.
  • Manage student data through an accountable, confidential and efficient record‑keeping system; e.g., grants, attendance, test data, health reports, census files.
  • Utilize the assistance of the district administration in providing resources and assistance in planning in‑school student services and in dealing with unique student needs.
• School Business & Resources Management
  • Assist in operating the school efficiently and cost‑effectively by planning and managing, as directed, financial and material resources.
  • Adhere to proper accounting procedures and instructional allocations.
  • If directed by the principal, manage the textbook/instructional resources program as required by law. Plan effectively for selection, ordering, inventory, and student accountability, and carry out plans showing optimum use of instructional resources.
• Leadership in Public Relations
  • Assist, as directed, in conducting a public relations program that builds positive support from all the publics comprising the school community.
  • Send out communications that are written so intended audiences can understand the contents and that demonstrate competent writing, editing skills, etc.
  • Receive information, formally and informally, about the needs and concerns of the various stakeholders and respond in a reasonable and fair manner.
• Support Services, Co‑Curricular Activities and Athletic Programs Management
  • As directed, supervise support services, co‑curricular activities, and athletic programs to assure optimum contribution to the total program of the school.
  • Under the principal’s direction, supervise maintenance of the school plant and grounds to keep them in good repair, safe, clean, and attractive.
  • Assist the principal in supervising custodial services, food services/cafeteria and transportation to ensure proper student behavior and safety.
  • Coordinate the development and conduct of co‑curricular and athletic programs to assure students are provided programs that meet their developmental needs.
• Personal Competencies
  • Desire and model positive personal relationships with others and…