Assistant Principal | Lee County 9th Grade

Under the general supervision of the Superintendent and building principal, assists in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of the 9th grade high school campus to promote the educational development and achievement of students.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development tailored to 9th-grade transition and academic growth.
• Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Prepares class schedules, master schedules, extracurricular activities, and schedules for supervision of activities.
• Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school level.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
• Supervises teachers and departments as assigned.
• Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, including interviewing, new teacher induction, documentation, corrective action, proper maintenance of employee personnel files, and other human resource issues.
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement, and continued employment.
• Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, and other central office administrators.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student needs.
• Knowledge of secondary curriculum and concepts, with an emphasis on 9th-grade student transition and credit acquisition.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation, and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of data information systems and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to develop and implement projects.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Work in standard office and school building environments.
• Occasional prolonged or irregular hours may be required.
• Student supervision duties may be required outside of the building, causing exposure to weather conditions for extended periods.
• Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone.
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Qualifications

• Georgia Certification in Educational Leadership (P-12).
• Teaching Certification in related areas (i.e., high school or subject area and grade level).
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
• Bachelor's and Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Educational Leadership or other related educational discipline. Ed.S., Doctorate, or other planned program in related fields preferred.
• At least three years of successful teaching experience at the high school level.
• Successful experience as an administrator at the high school level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt