Assistant Principal - Elementary

About the role

Assist in the overall administration of an assigned elementary school within the District. The position is responsible for supervising assigned professional, paraprofessional, administrative and support personnel and assisting with the planning, implementation and evaluation of all programs and operations essential to the operation of a responsive, effective and efficient instructional environment which provides maximum opportunity for student vocational growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned professional, paraprofessional, administrative and support staff members, including establishing staffing standards, organizing, selecting or recommending selection, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, disciplining, and terminating or recommending termination; prepare periodic employee performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement staff training and development programs and opportunities.
• Assist in planning and implementing school-wide programs, policies, goals and objectives; ensure program and policy adherence to organizational standards and legal regulations.
• Assist in ensuring that all school and District policies are effectively explained and implemented.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining plans and actions to accomplish school goals; establish school calendars and schedules.
• Assist in the development of long-range facility needs at assigned school; assist in coordinating safety and facility/grounds inspections at the school.
• Assist with the preparation and management of the school budget; solicit and secure grants for special programs and projects; may direct or assist with the procurement of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in reviewing and evaluating the instructional program; observe classroom environment and make recommendations for improvement in instruction and class management as appropriate; establish and maintain a system of school-wide textbook accountability.
• Assist in coordinating and implementing required standardized testing programs.
• Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of students.
• Provide leadership for and supervision of extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Coordinate special programs and events as assigned.
• Receive and respond to inquiries, concerns and complaints from teachers, students and parents; work to resolve administrative, instructional and behavioral problems.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports required by law, Board policies and administrative directives; ensure staff maintain assigned records and prepare required reports with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Assist in implementing the public relations program for assigned school.
• Enforce policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus.
• Keep abreast of developments and innovations in the profession and ensure that staff members remain current as well.
• Keep supervisor informed of events and activities of an unusual nature as well as routine matters related to supervisor's accountability.
• Perform various administrative/office duties as necessary, including preparing reports and correspondence, compiling information and data for reports, copying and filing documents, receiving and responding to e-mails.
• Represent the school and District at various professional and community meetings as appropriate.
• Coordinate school programs and activities with those of other schools, agencies and organizations as appropriate.
• Attend classes, training, conferences, workshops and meetings as appropriate or necessary to maintain job knowledge and skills and/or required certifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements

• Requires a master’s degree in educational administration or supervision from an accredited college or university.
• State certification in Administration/Supervision at the elementary and/or secondary level, Educational Leadership, or an equivalent certification as defined by the Tennessee Department of Education.
• Requires 3 to 5 years of successful teaching experience with some demonstrated leadership experience.

Qualifications

An equivalent combination of training and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered (Examples: Adult Higher Education, MBA, Organizational Management, and Public Administration).

Degree Equivalency Formula: Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience. Master’s Degree = 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.