Position Information

This position is 1.0 FTE position. The Assistant Principal position will support Metro Heights Academy, view their website here. The salary range for this position is $120,486 to $146,453, starting salary is based on experience. This position is fully benefit eligible, please click here to review the full contract and benefits offered. Typical work day will be Monday through Friday 7:30am-3:30pm. During credit recovery program, which typically runs late October through May, the hours on Tuesday and Wednesday would be 9am-5pm. Completed applications must be received by end of day on 9/17/2025.

Nature of Work

Incumbents are responsible for assisting Principals in the overall administration of the school; assisting in supervising all instructional and support staff members; and developing, implementing and managing assigned school programs.

Typical Class Responsibilities

Conducts performance evaluations of teachers, counselors, and other staff as assigned; conducts pre and post-conference meetings; conducts observations; writes evaluations; and helps staff with ongoing support and advice.
Provides recommendations to Principals/Managers in developing, planning, and administering District programs and curriculum; and works closely with teachers and staff to identify academic and classroom needs to consider in the development of programs, curriculum, and support services.
Provides recommendations to Principals/Managers in regards to planning and administering comprehensive student behavioral and discipline programs, ensuring consistency in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, working closely with students, teachers, staff, and parents.
Provides academic and social support to students in areas that may include: participating and providing input during Individualized Education Plan meetings; providing oversight for Due Process; assisting students and overseeing staff in crises; and helping to identify supportive steps and responses for students with social and emotional challenges.
Participates in a variety of meetings, which may include: District meetings, parent or guardian conferences, special education briefings, staff and/or committee meetings, staff development sessions, and/or other related meetings.
Performs related functions, which may include: ensuring staff coverage across programs; assisting in the planning of staff development activities; preparing agendas, correspondence, and reports; responding to inquiries; developing and implementing school schedules; and performing related duties.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Function Specific Responsibilities

This role is responsible for the administration of the credit recovery program, including:
- Being onsite during program hours to support staff and students.
- Creating and updating credit evaluations.
- Communicating with member districts and families.
- Maintaining member district spreadsheets and scheduling students.
This role leads the administration of the offsite summer school program, which includes:
- Collaborating with member districts on planning and implementation.
- Providing onsite support to staff and students during the program.
- Managing credit evaluations, scheduling, and data reporting.
- Communicating program updates to member districts and families.
- Offering recommendations to member districts on students’ continued participation in credit recovery or potential enrollment in the full-time program.

Training and Experience Requirements

Master's degree in Educational Administration and related experience in school administration. Special education experience preferred.

Licensure Requirements

Licensed or the ability to obtain a license as a Principal issued from the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board and a teaching license (K-12).

Knowledge Requirements

Lead and/or supervisory principles and practices
Education administration principles and practices
Performance evaluation principles and practices
Curriculum development
Classroom management principles and practices
Student assessment methods
Proactive behavior management
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Recordkeeping principles
Computers and related software applications

Skill Requirements

Leading and/or supervising staff
Conducting performance evaluations and assessments
Developing, implementing, and evaluating lessons/curriculum
Assessing student achievement and learning
Conducting behavioral assessments and preparing recommendations
Managing programs and services
Providing customer service
Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Preparing and maintaining records and reports
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Operating a computer and applicable software applications
Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Physical Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.

Commitment to Equity

At Northeast Metro 916, equity means that everyone has access to what they need in order to learn, grow and thrive.
Northeast Metro 916 will not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, parental status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age or sexual orientation.