Assistant Principal - Marblehead High School

Title:

High School Assistant Principal

Reports to:

Marblehead High School Principal

Job Goal:

Work closely with High School Principal, Assistant Principal, Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, Directors, and staff to design and implement the curriculum and instructional practices in the high school classroom that are consistent with the vision of the high school. Work with the High School Principal and Assistant Principal to create a safe, supportive, and responsive school environment.

Performance Responsibilities:
Assumes full responsibility for the building and programming in the absence of the Principal.
Observes, supervise, coach, and evaluate staff using the Educator Evaluation System under the direction of the Principal.
Assists the Principal in all administration phases, supervision, instruction programs, curriculum work, and program budgets.
Responsible for supervising services and work related to the daily maintenance and operation of the school.
Oversees student behavioral expectations laid out in the Student Handbook.
Assists in ensuring all legal and regulatory documents are filed.
Uses data to improve the teaching and learning of staff and students.
Assists in the coordination of the High School public relations with the community.
Maintains high visibility within the school and communicates closely with students regarding their behavior and performance. Assumes responsibility for administration and supervision of all related student activities regarding their behavior and performance.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Essential Functions of the Job:
Must possess the ability to:
Apply knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, current state standards and expectations, best and differentiated instructional strategies, and common assessment practices.
Provide instructional and organizational leadership for the school.
Promote an effective learning climate in the school.
Support the school in adapting to the changing educational environment and implementing program improvements.
Maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Effectively problem-solve and make difficult decisions based upon the best interests of students.
Communicate and support the developmental needs of adolescent learners.
Build effective relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members.
Performs all tasks as the Principal deems necessary to carry out the above mentioned duties and responsibilities.

Specialty Areas:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, including staff, parents, and the general public.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and policies. Ability to use technology effectively for administration, management, and communication.