Assistant Principal

Millcreek Township School District • Erie, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Principal promotes the educational well-being of each student and staff member in the school by creating and maintaining a safe, pleasant, motivational, and productive environment in which to work and learn. This role involves supporting instructional leadership, staff supervision and development, student services and school culture, operations and organizational management, and family, community, and district relations.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree or higher, Doctorate preferred, in educational administration or other applicable discipline.
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Principal Certification.
• At least five years experience in public school administration and supervision, preferred.
• At least five years successful experience as a classroom teacher.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Ability to plan and implement programming based on District and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree in educational administration or other applicable discipline.
• At least five years experience in public school administration and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of building-level instructional programs, assessment practices, and school improvement initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining a positive, student-centered learning environment that promotes academic achievement, student growth, and school engagement.
• Coordinate and oversee building testing programs, including Keystones, AP, SAT/PSAT, ASVAB, and other assessments.
• Support student support processes through participation in IEP meetings and collaboration with instructional and support staff.
• Assist in the supervision and evaluation of professional and support staff in accordance with district procedures and evaluation requirements.
• Support staff communication and organizational effectiveness through the coordination of meetings, schedules, and assigned activities.
• Collaborate with staff and administration to promote a positive, professional, and supportive school environment.
• Oversee student discipline and implement building-level student management procedures in alignment with district policies and expectations.
• Monitor and promote student attendance through intervention, communication, and follow-up processes.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and families to support student academic, behavioral, social, and emotional success.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school culture for students and staff.
• Support the implementation of building safety and security procedures and protocols.
• Assist with the coordination and supervision of daily building operations and administrative functions.
• Schedule and attend staff meetings, student group meetings, and other assigned activities and events.
• Support organizational systems and operational procedures to ensure efficient building management.
• Maintain visibility throughout the school building and at school-sponsored activities and events as assigned.
• Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with families and staff regarding student attendance, discipline, support services, and school expectations.
• Collaborate with district and building administrators to support school goals, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Represent the school in meetings, activities, and professional setting as assigned.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or their designee.

Benefits

• Work year and salary in accordance with the Act 93 Agreement.
• Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager