Middle School Assistant Principal

Middle School Assistant Principal

Romulus Middle School

Reports To:

Middle School Principal

Pay

Schedule:

As per RASA Collective Bargaining Agreement and Experience (Step 1 $ 103,473-Step 4 $ 109,806) Effective:  School Year

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate. Valid Michigan Administrative Teaching Certificate. Master's degree in educational administration or combination administration and education. Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience and/or administrative experience. Possess the necessary personal qualities of an effective administrator with demonstrated leadership, communication, and management skills. Ability to exhibit transformational leadership. Possess a demonstrated ability to collaborate and motivate people towards a common goal.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of middle school curriculum development, organization and program evaluation. Have a working knowledge of the role of technology regarding instructional programs and data management. Ability to communicate effectively with school personnel, students, parents, and the community. Knowledge and experience working with Positive Behavior Support (PBIS). Experience should indicate an interest in administration as evidenced by proof of department chairing, committee chairing, demonstrated leadership in the development and implementation of the school improvement process, and non-stipend activities.

Maintains high visibility throughout the school day, engaging regularly with students, staff, and families. Actively participates in daily school operations, ensuring a positive school culture and climate. Serves as a role model and authoritative presence who is accessible, approachable, and responsive to the needs of the school community. Build trust through consistent, meaningful interactions and by being a present and active leader in classrooms, hallways, and school events.

Effectively serve in the capacity of the principal when the principal is out of building. Lead in the development, supervision, and evaluation of instructional and support staff. Closely monitors teaching practices to ensure rigor and best practice occurs in all classrooms. Assist in the leadership and development of Professional Learning Communities with an emphasis on implementation of the data team cycle.

Create and maintain the master schedule for the building. Oversee an effective crisis and emergency procedure plan for the building. Attend, supervise, and participate in school and district activities including but not limited to athletic events, extracurricular activities, and conferences. Promote an open, supportive, positive and safe school climate utilizing the tools of PBIS and restorative practices. Support and assist in the implementation of state standards, standards for college and career readiness, and district curriculum in all subjects.

Support and promote the use of digital learning tools including digital portfolios, student information system, grade book, communication services, and assessment systems. Support and promote the analysis of historical and real-time data to drive educational decisions. Assist in supervising the development and implementation of the school improvement plan. Use data to complete a comprehensive needs assessment and maintain an accurate and up-to-date building profile.

Assist in the implementation and delivery of in-depth and on-going professional development to support instructional strategies. Assist in the implementation of research-based instructional strategies for all grade levels including students with special needs. Coordinate with the Special Education department to ensure proper and effective implementation of special education services and complete evaluation of all special education personnel within the building.

Communicate regularly with all stakeholders using a variety of media. Create and maintain a safe environment for all stakeholders. Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional workshops/meeting/conferences and reading professional journals/publications and discussing concerns and issues of mutual…