Assistant Principal

Job Information Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 6/4/2026 Location: Owen Valley High School Closing Date: 06/18/2026 Purpose of the Position Promote Spencer-Owen Community Schools as a professional learning community Establish a culture of quality continuous improvement among the professional staff within the district Confidentiality Classified as Confidential Employee: Functional responsibilities or knowledge in connections with the issues involved in dealings between the school corporation and its employees require strict adherence to confidentiality. Responsibilities Assist the principal with the interpretation, enforcement and development regulations that are in agreement with Board policies, the school handbook and state and federal law. Promote staff professional growth, cooperation and self-development. Supervise and evaluate staff performance. Keep abreast of developments in school curriculum and instruction and provide leadership in determining the appropriateness of incorporating recent developments/trends into the school's educational program. Provide leadership for the planning, development and implementation of the school's curriculum. Assist principal in the supervision of all ticket sales and fund-raising events at the school and assume responsibility for the proper handling of funds. See that facilities are operated effectively and efficiently and see that applicable health and safety standards are met. Foster positive citizen-staff-student relations and effective communication and citizen participation in the schools by maintaining positive and/or improving human relations and rapport. Foster good school-community relations by keeping the community aware and responsive to activities by administering a quality informational program. Assist principal with the planning, organization and supervision of recognition programs for school activities. Provide educational and administrative leadership in making and carrying out decisions for the building. Anticipate problems and initiate proactive solutions to problems. Be cognizant of student and staff members' rights. Coordinate student personnel services including the maintenance of discipline, the monitoring of attendance, the preparation of handbooks, the supervision of student scheduling, the supervision of school health services, providing assistance in guidance and counseling activities and collaborating with others in the modification of student behavior, including non-school service agencies. Provide leadership in student management, including in the areas of student attendance, discipline and lunchroom supervision. Inform and consult with the building principal regularly on the overall operation of the school. Participate in special education conferences, acting as the public agency representative when directed/needed to do so. Secondary Functions Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or as directed by the Building Principal or Superintendent. Minimum Requirements Master's Degree Indiana School Administrator License, or willing to complete Extensive knowledge of appropriate grade-level curriculum and standards Extensive knowledge of teacher evaluation Strong organizational and leadership skills Knowledge of general school law Knowledge of Section 504 and IDEA, special education law and practice Excellent communication skills both oral and written Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Policies, procedures and functions, office management Special Education Law (IDEA) and practices Federal and State Grant Programs Elementary/Secondary curriculum and school improvement Policies, procedures and functions of Spencer-Owen Community Schools Board of Trustees and the Indiana Department of Education Applicable software and applications Ability to: Plan, organize, and schedule priorities Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems Discreetly handle confidential and politically sensitive matters Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the general public and staff Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr