Assistant Principal - Portage High School

Portage Township Schools•Portage, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

To use leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student, the professional growth of staff members, and foster positive community relations.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Educational Leadership.
Valid Indiana Principal License.
At least five years of successful experience as a classroom teacher.
Experience in working with a diverse group of students in a high school setting.
Ability to work with students and build relationships.
Ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders.
Ability to effectively present information to the Principal, Superintendent, Board of Education, public groups, teachers, and/or administrators.
Ability to use technology effectively.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff.
Participate in administrative staff meetings and perform assigned tasks.
Interpret and implement Board policies, administrative rules and procedures.
Communicate and coordinate with appropriate personnel issues related to administration, personnel, instruction, school-community relations, operations, equipment and supplies.
Complete classroom visits, observations, and evaluate instruction.
Assume responsibility for supervision and student discipline.
Communicate student behavior and concerns with parents in a timely manner.
Provide leadership for instruction and school improvement as directed by the Principal.
Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the school’s curriculum and instructional programming.
Assist in the in-service orientation and training of teachers.
Participate in community activities when appropriate.
Focuses attention on students.
Assists Principal in the coordination and supervision of academic and athletic events.
Coordinates District Assessments.
Performs other duties as assigned by the High School Principal.