Summary

The Assistant Principal supports the overall operation of the school by assisting with the supervision and formal evaluation of building staff, coordinating student and staff schedules and implementing the approved curriculum. This role also includes performing a variety of additional administrative duties as needed.

Responsibilities

Assists in the general supervision and direction to all employees assigned to the building.
Assists in the observation and evaluation of all teachers and evaluation of clerical and paraprofessional staff.
Assists in resolving problems involving staff, students, parents, and the community.
Assists with the recruitment, interviewing and recommendation of building staff.
Assists in the development and completion of the master schedule and the assignment of the teaching staff.
Assists in the development and the implementation of professional development and in-service programming.
Arranges for and assists substitute teachers.
Plans, attends, and/or sometimes presides over meetings with staff and Central Administration on various tasks, projects and departmental/curricular areas.
Coordinates curriculum planning, writing and its implementation as it pertains to building and grade level needs.
Keeps abreast of educational best practices and research and makes recommendations for change when appropriate.
Oversees and assists in the analysis of standardized test data and makes recommendations for program changes.
Oversees the administration of the building’s testing program with special emphasis on the PSSA.
Oversees the establishment of a positive and safe learning environment through the implementation of the District’s discipline policy.
Attend and actively participates in IST and/or child study meetings on a regular basis.
Is knowledgeable of IDEA regulations and policies
Assists with facilitation of IEP meetings and ensures that the IEP is implemented.
Assists in the preparation of the building budget as well as the proper spending of budgeted funds.
Assists in ensuring that general maintenance, cleaning of the physical plant, cafeteria operations, and/or building/renovation projects are coordinated and completed as planned.
Assists in the completion of all federal, state, and district reports.
Participates with staff in developing good public relations through news releases.
Effectively communicates the school’s educational program to parents and parental groups.
Belongs to, attends, and participates in local, state, and national professional organizations
Develops, writes and works toward the achievement of annual goals.
Performs other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

5 years of teaching experience
Masters degree and PA Principal Certification
Possess a thorough and current knowledge of curriculum and effective teaching practices, of group dynamics and budget management as well as local policies, state and federal laws relating to minors
Can demonstrate proficiency in human relations skills, oral and written communication, supervision, and leadership.

Assistant Principal-Kindergarten Academy (26-27 School Year)