Assistant Principal

Wake County Public School System•Rolesville, NC

15h

About The Position

Serves as a member of the school administrative team and assists the principal in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets to promote students’ educational development and staff members’ professional development. The position supports school operations, curriculum planning, staff supervision and evaluation, budget management, student services, school improvement, and communication with families and community organizations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in School Administration from a regionally accredited college or university.
Three years of previous teaching experience.
Hold or be qualified to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License for School Administrator-Principal.
Hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license in accordance with North Carolina requirements.
Extensive knowledge of best practices for ensuring the academic growth of all students.
Extensive knowledge of school-based management, curriculum, organizational patterns, school operations, and student services.
Extensive knowledge of the professional staff evaluation process.
Computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, Google Apps, and instructional technology.
Excellent customer service, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, using a variety of communication techniques and tools.
Ability to complete complex tasks accurately, with attention to detail.
Ability to maintain a motivated staff by supporting a healthy and safe work environment and communicating honestly, fairly, and promptly using sound judgment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in or supporting high-needs schools.
Knowledge of and experience with the North Carolina Education Evaluation System (NCEES) for evaluating professional staff.

Responsibilities

Assist the principal with developing and implementing school policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets.
Assist with developing the master schedule and related duty assignments, and support student orientation and registration.
Assist with preparing and managing the school budget and allocations in accordance with local, state, and federal policies and regulations, involving staff in setting budget priorities.
Direct school staff in implementing goals, plans, procedures, and schedules for the total school program.
Ensure school-based staff are aware of Wake County Public Schools Board of Education policies and that school operations align with the school system’s legal, financial, and organizational structure.
May coordinate development and implementation of a school discipline policy consistent with board policy on Student Rights and state law.
Ensure the School Improvement Plan is followed and reviewed throughout the school year, using regular self-assessment and adjustments as needed.
Assist with developing instructional objectives and involve faculty and others in setting curricular objectives to meet school program needs.
Supervise, observe, and evaluate school staff as directed by the principal, following the annual observation and evaluation schedule; identify effective teaching and learning strategies and communicate their impact.
Maintain records for materials, supplies, and equipment needed for daily school operations.
Attend meetings, professional development, and conferences to stay current on public school policies and procedures.
Maintain relationships with the parent-teacher organization and community organizations to support two-way communication and parent and community involvement.
Design, deliver, and facilitate differentiated professional development to support staff growth and improvement, including for staff new to the field.
Perform other related duties as assigned.