Assistant Principal | Hope Learning Academy

Hope•Edwardsville, IL

9d•$67,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Assistant Principal serves as administrator in charge when the principal is absent and represents the principal at designated meetings and instructional programs. The position supports school improvement, educator supervision and evaluation, quality assurance, curriculum implementation, student assessment and placement, and the operation of Hope’s learning and vocational academies. The Assistant Principal also has mandated-reporter responsibilities concerning alleged abuse or neglect of individuals served by Hope.

Requirements

At least 5 years of teaching experience.
Valid Type 75 State of Illinois Administrative Certificate with the General Administrative Endorsement.
Knowledge and experience implementing current educational best practices and instructional models, including ongoing assessment, data analysis, and using results to develop programs that enhance instruction and student achievement.
Knowledge of special education regulations.
Ability to work as part of a team of educators, clinicians, and medical professionals to support the quality of education for each child.

Nice To Haves

Expertise implementing programs and services for diverse learners, including the IEP process, professional development, curriculum development, and Student Information Systems (SIS).
Ability and experience providing appropriate feedback to professionals to guide best practices.
Knowledge of clinical services for diverse learners.
Experience organizing information, analyzing data, and documenting findings.

Responsibilities

Create, maintain, and facilitate school improvement initiatives outlined in the school improvement plan.
Assist the Principal in supervising and evaluating educators and related service professionals in the Learning Academy in Springfield.
Assist the Director of Behavioral Health and Principal in overseeing the Hope Therapeutic Day Academy.
Ensure continuous updates of the Student Information System (SIS).
Acquire substitute teaching staff.
Participate in quality assurance for the Learning Academy in Springfield, including observations, feedback, and documentation.
Work with the Principal to ensure appropriate alternate assessments and testing are completed for each student.
Research learning opportunities and prospects to support students’ independence.
Work with the Best Placement Team to determine appropriate student admissions and placements.
Coordinate with the Principal to provide appropriate discipline to teachers and LTAs.
Assess the implementation and efficacy of classroom curricula.
Assist the Principal with meeting coverage, including rounds, best placement, and referral review.
Assist in supervising the Hope Vocational Academy.
Assist the Principal with the accreditation process.
Act as a mandated reporter concerning alleged abuse or neglect of individuals served by Hope, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.