Assistant Principal - Hoover Elementary (2026-2027)

Medford School District, 549C•Medford, OR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Assistant Principal assists the building principal in organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff, and families. The Assistant Principal works closely with the building principal to implement an instructional vision and focused plan for improving student achievement while narrowing the disparities between the highest and lowest-performing students. Supervises and supports professional educators in strengthening their instructional practices. Creates a continuous learning community for all staff and students by fostering a culture of high expectations and providing all students with equitable access to high-quality and culturally relevant instruction. Builds strong partnerships with families and the community; creates a safe, welcoming environment that reflects and supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and communities served. The Assistant Principal acts in the capacity of the principal during the principal's absence from the school.

Requirements

Previous successful teaching experience is required.
Experience working with elementary students.
Must be eligible for or properly licensed by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission for assignment as an administrator.
A valid Oregon driver's license is required.
Ability to interact appropriately with teachers, staff, community members, and students.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing fluently in English.
Ability to present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one, small and large group situations to students and other school staff.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and area.
Ability to apply basic concepts of algebra, geometry, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to complete instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database software, e-mail, internet software, spreadsheets, teaching software, and word processing software.
Provides strategic direction and operational insights.
Knowledge of and experience with supervisory methods and practices in leadership and instructional frameworks.
Skills and ability in organization, time management, task prioritization, and record keeping.
Exemplary skills in written and oral language with the ability to communicate respectfully, clearly, and concisely by telephone, in person, and in written form.
Interprets school district policy accurately and makes appropriate decisions.
Knows effective educational practices.
Knows school and district procedures for dealing with students, staff, and the public.
Cooperatively and effectively works in a team environment, including coaching and development.
Demonstrates effective managerial and leadership qualities.
Directs activities of subordinates appropriately.
Cultivates and maintains positive and effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Establishes rapport and empathy with employees at all levels.
Collects and accurately analyzes relevant data.
Is flexible, dependable, responsive, and creative.
Solicits and accepts staff and supervisor constructive feedback on proposals.
Develops alternate solutions to problems.
Writes and speaks fluently.
Accepts and practices the principles of honesty, integrity, and accuracy in all matters of district operations.
Shows a positive attitude toward all aspects of work.
Receives direction and supervision and takes responsibility for actions.
Adjusts to new conditions and situations and proactively resolves complex problems.
Engages in continuous professional development in support of district mission and vision.
Maintains confidentiality.
Regularly required to talk or hear.
Frequently required to walk; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
Must often stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Must be able to speak clearly to be understood by others and identify and understand the speech of another person.
Emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and control all aspects of the job.

Nice To Haves

Preference may be given to applicants fluent in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist the school principal to increase parental involvement, strengthen school-to-home communications, and leverage community partnerships to improve student outcomes.
Ensure effective community-staff-student relations by promoting communication and participation, identifying needs and planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the school-community relations activities in a manner that is visible to the public.
Promote parental and community involvement in school and District activities.
Promote a positive, safe, and caring climate for learning that supports the racial and ethnic diversity of the student population and communities served.
Represent the school in various settings (e.g., community forums, parent-teacher organizations, etc.) to maintain ongoing community support for educational goals and assist with issues related to the school environment.
Respond to inquiries from various stakeholders (e.g., principal, parents, students, staff, etc.) to identify relevant issues and recommend or implement action plans.
Supervise school personnel for monitoring performance, providing for professional growth, and achieving overall objectives of the school's curriculum.
Support principal in various ways (e.g., policy implementation, meeting facilitation, etc.) to ensure the smooth operation of administration.
Chair various meetings (e.g., curriculum, safety, site council, faculty, etc.) to coordinate activities and ensure that outcomes meet school, District, and state goals, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Implement policies, procedures, and directives for providing direction and complying with mandated requirements.
Intervene in occurrences of inappropriate behavior of students to assist students in modifying such behavior and developing successful interpersonal skills.
Prepare a wide variety of information (e.g., quantity reports, student activities, correspondence, audits, etc.) for documenting activities, providing written references, and conveying information.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Assist with hiring licensed and classified staff and support evaluating assigned and classified staff.
Evaluate assigned personnel to support high standards of teaching and learning.
Provide training and in-services to staff and families.
Assist in implementing instructional strategies, school-wide communication, and student behavior support, including supporting the needs of diverse learners, delivery methods, assessment, and staff development to improve instruction.
Assist with student orientation; discipline; student recognition; data collection, and securing student services with outside agencies.
Model the characteristics of effective leadership, including energy, integrity, high-level communication skills, etc.
Communicate effectively and cooperatively with all stakeholders using excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Attend meetings and participate on committees as requested.
Provide leadership and a visible presence at school and community events.
Supervise students and maintain a safe environment.
Supervise staff as assigned.
Supervise after-school/evening events as assigned.