Assistant Principal

Clinton City Schools

Job Description

Reports to: Principal

Terms of Employment: 10 months

Salary: NC Assistant Principal Salary Scale

Nature of Job:

The Assistant Principal is a dynamic, student-centered instructional leader who supports the principal in the overall operation, supervision, and continuous improvement of the school. This position assists with instructional leadership, student discipline, staff supervision, school safety, data analysis, professional development, parent communication, and the implementation of school and district policies. The Assistant Principal works collaboratively with students, staff, families, and district leaders to promote academic excellence, positive behavior, accountability, and a safe, inclusive school culture. This role requires strong communication, sound judgment, confidentiality, fairness, flexibility, and the ability to build positive relationships while supporting high expectations for student achievement and staff performance.

Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in Education Administration

- Five years of experience in a teaching role

- Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of North Carolina and maintain an excellent driving record

Administrative Duties:

· Assist the Principal in the overall administration of the school.

· Help develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain a safe and effective learning environment.

· Manage student discipline and behavior, in collaboration with teachers and staff.

Instructional Leadership:

· Support teachers in implementing curriculum standards and best instructional practices.

· Observe classroom instruction and provide feedback to teachers to enhance teaching effectiveness.

· Assist in planning and organizing professional development opportunities for staff.

Student Support:

· Oversee student services such as counseling, special education, and academic support programs.

· Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and parents to address students’ academic and behavioral needs.

· Coordinate student activities, events, and programs to promote student engagement and well-being.

School Culture and Climate:

· Foster a positive and inclusive school culture that values diversity and promotes respect among students and staff.

· Implement initiatives to promote school spirit, student leadership, and community involvement.

· Address issues related to bullying, harassment, and discrimination in accordance with school policies and regulations.

Operations and Management:

· Assist in managing school facilities, resources, and budgets effectively.

· Coordinate logistical arrangements for events, meetings, and other school activities.

· Ensure compliance with state and district regulations regarding safety, security, and educational standards.

Parent and Community Engagement:

· Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, school events, and policies.

· Collaborate with community organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders to support the school's mission and goals.

· Attend meetings, conferences, and events representing the school as needed.

Professional Development and Growth:

· Engage in ongoing professional learning and development to enhance leadership skills and stay updated on educational trends and practices.

· Pursue opportunities for leadership roles and professional networking within the education community.

Essential Functions

· Ability to provide coaching, skills training, and other supports to teachers and staff working with students with behavioral strategies.

· Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics of data, people, or places

· Ability to prepare records, reports, and files

· Ability to apply principles of local or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form

· Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and give oral and written instructions

· Communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical or professional languages, including educational and legal terminology

Physical Requirements

· Work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force, and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force

· Work occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling with hands and arms, pushing or pulling, and lifting.

WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS	Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force.
WORK ENVIRONMENT	Employees in this position are required to work indoors and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with CCS staff, students and the public.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee and has advised the employee of work performance expectations.

Reviewed by: Employee's Signature	Date

Approval by: Supervisor's Signature	Date

The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, revised as required, and serve as the basis for all required evaluations.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.