Assistant Principal Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher, preferably focused on educational leadership or curriculum and instruction.
• Hold a valid Michigan School Administrator endorsement

Nice To Haves

• 3 years’ experience in a leadership capacity, including lead teacher, department chair, etc., preferred
• 5 or more years’ teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Staff training: Creates a professional community that focuses on instruction and high student achievement; Motivates teachers to continue to develop their skills and knowledge; Institutionalizes the implementation of educational practices through regular observation, coaching, and evaluation; Models effective instructional practices in team meetings and professional development.
• Curriculum/Learning Model: Utilizes data to evaluate learning model and drive curriculum development; Works closely with the principal to create and lead an effective Data Team within the school; Coordinates curriculum within the district with all lead administrators and Central Management leadership.
• School Culture: Ensures a safe, supportive, and productive environment for students, staff, and families; Sets and maintains high academic expectations among students, staff, and families; Supports student discipline, conflict resolution, and helpful student support services; Promotes teamwork within the learning community; Demonstrates cultural competencies in managing a multicultural institution.
• Community/Parental Outreach: Engages parents in school operations and student functions; Communicates on a regular basis with families through newsletters and announcements; Seeks and builds relationships within professional and civic organizations; Resolves parent issues respectfully and effectively; Collaborates with Central Management to maintain strong partnerships with community organizations and regional and national partners.
• Compliance: Supports the principal in overseeing timely and accurate reporting in coordination with the School Operations Team and Central Management; Understands implications of state and federal laws and regulations and ensures procedures are followed to maintain school compliance with these regulations; Supports the principal in coordinating with the School Operations Team to develop and monitor the school budget and align the use of time, money, and materials to the school’s instructional priorities.
• Building Management: Ensures procedures are in place and being followed to maintain a safe, clean, and neat campus and meal service where nutrition, hygiene, and customer service needs are being met.