Assistant Principal (Middle School)

Gilroy Unified School District•Gilroy, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Principal, the middle school assistant principal functions as the administrative and executive assistant to the school principal. This role involves assisting the principal in all activities related to the school's curriculum, programs, personnel, and facilities. The assistant principal will assume responsibility for curriculum development, coordinate school activities, administer student discipline programs, and participate in administrative procedures and reports. They will also assist in personnel selection and evaluation, coordinate safety and health care services, act as a liaison for public relations functions, supervise the maintenance of school facilities, and participate in the organization and implementation of extra-curricular activities. Additionally, the role includes administering the student activity program and providing administrative support for summer school services.

Requirements

Valid California Teaching Credential
Valid Administrative Services Credential (or Certificate of Eligibility)
Five years of classroom teaching experience
Valid California driver's license
Must reside within 45-minutes of the GUSD Administration Office

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish
Masters Degree
Previous administrative experience

Responsibilities

Assists the school principal in all activities related to the school's curriculum, programs, personnel, and facilities, as assigned.
Assumes assigned responsibility for curriculum development, including instructional materials and supplies, technology, and textbooks.
Coordinates various school activities; such as, assembly programs, rallies, commencement exercises, contests, student/staff recognitions, and achievement awards.
Administers student discipline programs, as assigned, including student counseling, parent and teacher conferences, and liaison with local law enforcement and social service agencies.
Participates in assigned administrative procedures and reports; such as attendance, discipline, and various periodic reports to the Superintendent.
Assists in the selection, employment, and performance evaluation of certificated and classified personnel in the school; including employment interviews, classroom visits, inservice training, student-teacher and teacher observations.
Coordinates safety and health care services and activities, as assigned; such as community-based programs, evacuation drills, and violence prevention and control.
Acts as co-chairperson and/or representative for various general public relations functions and school and community activities, such as awards night, back to school night, parent and community activities, and special events.
Assists in supervising the maintenance of the school's equipment, facilities, and general premises.
Participates in the organization and implementation of extra-curricular activities, as assigned, making certain that events are conducted in an orderly manner, disturbances are quelled, crowds are controlled, and safety and health precautions are followed.
Administers student activity program, including student government activities, associated student body budgets, and assists with the total supervision of all school public performances.
Assists with school counseling, guidance, attendance, Special Education and other programs designed to assist students in meeting high academic standards.
Provides administrative support for the District's summer school services.
Performs other duties as assigned.