ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL- STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Responsibilities

• Establishes and promotes high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance.
• Develops, implements, and enforces policies and procedures for the effective operation of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, and goals of Universal.
• Ensures student safety, applies appropriate behavior modification techniques.
• Provides daily management of all aspects of school operations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or doctorate in Education Administration, Pennsylvania Principal Certification required.
• Five (5) years relevant education experience, two (2) years administrative experience preferred.
• Experience working in an urban setting and/or knowledge/sensitivity to urban school issues preferred.
• Documented experience using data-driven instruction to achieve significant student gains.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Provides leadership, assumes responsibility and displays strong commitment to meeting student performance goals.
• Demonstrates commitment to Universal Companies charter school’s mission and success.
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community.
• Participates in training and professional development activities.
• Maintains professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating with peers.
• Abides by applicable Universal Companies policies and procedures and state and federal education regulations.

Personal Skills

• Relentless commitment to preparing every student for college and career.
• An unwavering belief that all children can excel.
• Able to be a bold, tireless and engaging change agent and culture-creator; a visionary; a leader who inspires and motivates children and adults.
• Passion for academic learning and insistence on academic excellence at rigor at all times.
• Exceptional self-motivation, entrepreneurial spirit and team orientation.
• Problem-solving skills, with a combination of confidence and humility.
• Strong management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of learning theory, curriculum design and instructional leadership.