Area 1 Elementary School_ Assistant Principal (Hightower ES) 2026-2027

About the Role

Direct and provide guidance to an educational institution. Provide leadership in the development and implementation of instructional programs and manage school operations. Develop departmental short-term and long-term goals, aligned with the organization's strategic direction and cultural approach, making decisions that impact organizational success over the mid to long term.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide technical expertise to the department, working on complex issues requiring an in-depth knowledge of the functional area and industry trends.
• Oversee and manage instructional programs, ensuring effective classroom observations and providing instructional leadership.
• Develop and monitor the school's master schedule to optimize efficient operation and resource allocation.
• Coordinate student discipline, manage behavior, and maintain a safe school environment.
• Improve attendance protocols, monitor student attendance closely, and address issues related to absences or tardiness.
• Coordinate tests, including scheduling for special education and advanced placement exams.
• Engage with parents and the community to address concerns effectively while fostering positive relationships.
• Manage staff by conducting teacher observations, facilitating professional development opportunities, and evaluating performance.
• Oversee administrative functions such as counseling services, human resources management, and school improvement planning initiatives.
• Anticipate factors that could influence functional area strategy.
• May oversee the development of new methods and resolution of issues.
• May work with abstract ideas or situations.
• May represent the organization internally and externally.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Education Administration, or closely related area from a Professional Standards Commission approved accredited college or university required.
• Minimum three (3) years of classroom teaching, supervisory level education administration, or closely related experience required.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above required. If a level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above certificate is not held, the individual must be eligible for the NPL certificate in educational leadership.