Assistant Principal​/Athletic Director

Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

Crawford Central School District, located in Meadville, Crawford County, Pennsylvania, is seeking an inspiring, visionary leader to encourage excellence in all aspects of an educational program for the Jr.–Sr. High School as soon as possible.

Job : 5723460
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

This permanent full‑time 10‑month position combines the responsibilities of Assistant Principal and Athletic Director.

• Valid Pennsylvania Administrative Certificate (Principal K–12 or equivalent).
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching.
• Prior leadership experience in an instructional or administrative role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional practices, student development, school operations, and student support.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with administrators, staff, students, families, and community members.
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology and data.
• Other qualifications acceptable to the Board as appropriate.

REPORTS TO: Principal

SUPERVISES:

• Teaching staff and paraprofessionals, as assigned.
• Nonprofessional school staff, as assigned.
• Other personnel and programs as delegated by the Principal.

To assist the Principal in providing instructional, cultural, and operational leadership for the school by supporting teaching and learning, fostering a positive and safe school climate, and ensuring effective implementation of school policies, procedures, and programs in alignment with district goals.

• Assists in the supervision and evaluation of instructional staff to support high‑quality teaching.
• Conducts classroom observations, walkthroughs, and provides feedback under the direction of the Principal.
• Supports the implementation of curriculum, assessment, and instructional initiatives aligned with Pennsylvania standards.
• Uses student performance data to support instructional improvement and targeted interventions.
• Assists with the coordination and monitoring of special education services, Section 504 plans, gifted education, MTSS, and IEPs.
• Collaborates with guidance, intervention, and student support staff to address academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional challenges.
• Assists in maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive school environment.
• Supports the administration of student discipline in a fair, consistent, developmentally appropriate, and legally compliant manner.
• Participates in student behavior planning, attendance monitoring, and family engagement.
• Supports the implementation of positive behavior systems and school‑wide programs.
• Assists with the implementation and enforcement of Board policies, administrative regulations, and school rules.
• Supports daily school operations, including supervision of arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, hallways, and extracurricular activities.
• Assists in emergency preparedness, safety drills, and crisis management.
• Supports accurate student record‑keeping and reporting.
• Assists with scheduling, testing coordination, substitute coverage, and supervision plans.
• Exercises authority as provided by law and Board policy, including enforcement of school rules.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and community members.
• Assists in promoting positive school–community relationships.
• Participates in staff meetings, professional learning activities, and school improvement efforts.
• Represents the school at events, activities, and meetings as assigned by the Principal.
• Participates in ongoing professional learning to strengthen knowledge and skills in student support, positive behavior practices, effective instructional strategies, data‑informed decision‑making, and fostering a safe and supportive environment.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent in support of school operations and student success.

Salary and benefits shall be determined in accordance with the Administrative Compensation Plan established between Act 93 Group and the Crawford Central Board of School…