Elementary Assistant Principal

Omaha Public Schools • Omaha, NE

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Elementary Assistant Principal assumes joint responsibility with and is under the direction of the principal for the effective administration of the school and all facets of its instructional program. Under the direction of the principal, this individual assumes responsibility for the ongoing development and management of the school's programs. Under the direction of the principal, this individual assists in the supervision of all certified and non-certified staff assigned to the school and assists by providing leadership in establishing expectations for student attendance, conduct, and learning performance. This individual will exhibit strong standards of professional ethics when relating to staff, students, parents, administration, and the community.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master's Degree with a major emphasis in educational administration and supervision required.
• A valid Nebraska Administrative Certificate with endorsement in administration and supervision.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience required, with urban experience preferred.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of an urban school district's philosophy, purpose, and function.
• Demonstrates empathy for helping to lead a strong, diverse urban educational environment.
• Demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Demonstrated record of success, which exemplifies instructional leadership, standards of academic excellence, and personal integrity.
• Knowledge of current educational trends/issues impacting the elementary school.
• Realizes the importance and models the use of current technology in the educational environment.
• Budgets school time to provide for the efficient conduct of school instruction and business.
• Demonstrates the promotion of life-long learning by assisting in providing pertinent professional development in both the academic curriculum as well as cultural proficiency and awareness of understanding diversity.
• Assists in implementing Board policies and the Strategic Action Plan school-wide for the staff and students.
• The skills pertinent to positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, members of the instructional staff, and the community.
• Continuous quest for quality education.
• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in school building environments.
• Contact with personnel within the district and other stakeholders.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the building administration in order to complete day-to-day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to stakeholder needs and maintain a positive attitude with all.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.
• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• A background check which demonstrates background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Nice To Haves

• urban experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of the elementary school curriculum and instruction developments and assist in leading the incorporation of current strategies.
• Maintain the district's overall mission, support and implement board policies, and the school-wide academic action plan with staff and students.
• Assist in developing and supporting curriculum and instructional growth to enhance educational opportunities for all students.
• Assist in providing professional development under the direction of the principal.
• Monitor and use relevant data to effect change in instructional practices enhancing student learning.
• Maintain effective communication with all supporting divisions within the Omaha Public School district and staff, students, and community.
• Assist in maintaining accurate budgetary information essential to running the educational programs and facilities.
• Assist in providing leadership for a collaborative team to ensure that curriculum and instructional initiatives are student-focused and aligned with the District’s mission, beliefs, and school goals and improvement plans.
• Works collaboratively with the Principal and leadership staff in conducting teacher observations, instructional coaching visits, and providing feedback for continuous growth.
• Adhere to the district evaluation process related to classified and non-classified staff.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours or weekends to participate in and supervise school events.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Benefits

• Salary credit may be awarded for applicable experience.
• Placement on the salary schedule will follow the applicable agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees