Assistant Principal

Job Summary

Our Mission: Empowering minds, shaping future leaders.


Our Vision: We are dedicated to a culture of excellence that enables individuals to reach their full potential. Firmly rooted in our community, our goal is to be a premier institution that fosters greatness in every member while proactively addressing the needs of our school community.



POSITION:
Assistant Principal

LOCATION:
Local School as Appointed

REPORTS TO:
Principal

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt

TERMS:
240-Day appointment compensated in accordance with the board-approved salary schedule

SUPERVISES:
Certified and Classified employees as assigned


JOB GOAL:

• To serve as an instructional and administrative leader of the school, to work with staff, lead learners, learners, and the community to ensure a high-quality educational program, and to advance the mission of Pike Road Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree with a major in educational administration/instructional leadership.
2. Valid Alabama administrator
3. Three (3) years successful experience as a classroom
4. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002O
5. Comprehensive knowledge of principles and practices of modern education and ability to apply them to the needs of the
6. Comprehensive knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and
7. Ability to plan and organize
8. Ability to plan and supervise and evaluate the work of
9. Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication
10. Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups, including, but not limited to, learners, lead learners, staff, parents, and community
11. Knowledge of school law, Board policies, and school system
12. Demonstrated skill in recruitment, selection, induction and assignment of
13. Successful previous experience in maintaining effective
14. Ability to plan and conduct faculty
15. Physical mobility, dexterity, strength and visual acuity to meet student needs, deal with student problems and address building maintenance problems and school ground monitoring
16. Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team
17. Ability to use and facilitate the use of technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial
18. Ability to be punctual and in regular
19. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may

TERMS:

240 day position paid in accordance with board approved salary and supplement schedule.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
2. Assists in providing effective leadership in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the instructional program.
3. Assists in interpreting and enforcing local, state and federal policies, regulations and laws
4. Assists the principal in the personnel function (recruitment, orientation, training, supervision, evaluation, mentoring, etc.)
5. Assists the principal in securing, maintaining and managing material resources.
6. Assists in improving student attendance.
7. Assists with scheduling and assigning students for instruction.
8. Assists with extracurricular activities at the level assigned.
9. Assists with the supervision of classroom instruction.
10. Assists with the distribution and accounting of textbooks, technology equipment, and instructional supplies.
11. Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for lead learners, staff and learners.
12. Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom.
13. Assists with curriculum development and other related matters.
14. Prepares reports, presentations, publications, or rosters as assigned.
15. Assists with inspection of the physical plant and grounds and reports maintenance/custodial needs.
16. Attends meetings, trainings, seminars, and workshops as required.
17. Attends and assists with supervision of school system activities, events, ceremonies, and conferences as needed.
18. Assists with procedures related to the health and safety of staff and students.
19. Assumes overall responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.
20. Is on call when necessary to provide proper building security and building maintenance, and to handle emergency situations.
21. Provides a quick response to any emergency involving learners, staff, or the school facility.
22. Maintains high visibility within all areas of the facility.
23. Assists in monitoring the orderly movement and safety of transportation services on school grounds.
24. Models and maintains high ethical standards.
25. Adheres to state statutes and system policies relating to accounting to ensure judicious management of school funds.
26. Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
27. Keeps principal informed of potential problems or unusual events.
28. Responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
29. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
30. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
31. Works cooperatively and productively with supervisor(s) and other system staff to ensure the system's vision, goals and strategies are implemented and providing all pertinent data to all appropriate personnel within the designated time frame.
32. Engages in professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and effective leadership.
33. Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
34. Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
35. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
36. Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors others in the care, maintenance, and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.
37. Uses effective collaboration skills to work as a productive team member.
38. Serves on school system committees, tasks forces, and representatives groups as required.
39. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
40. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
41. Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by the principal.

EVALUATION: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Pike Road Board of Education policy on evaluation of certified personnel.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.

The Pike Road Board of education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Please ensure that you have uploaded the following documents to your application:
1) Letter of Interest
2) Resume
3) Transcript - Please note that candidates selected for hire must arrange for official transcripts to be sent directly from their educational institution to View email address on click.appcast.io before recommendation for hire can be made to the Board of Education.