General Summary: The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting with the efficient operation of the school site and provides support and assistance to the Principal. The Assistant Principal serves as a member of the administrative team dedicated to cultivating excellence throughout the school and community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Work in collaboration with the Principal and the Home Office to ensure that policies/procedures are being followed and expectations are being met
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Provide support to the principal and school personnel as needed
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Assist with monitoring building visitors, visitor sign-in procedures, and building activities, including crisis situations such as building evacuations, lockdowns, emergency situations, and safety procedures
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Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people, including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
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Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
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Works with staff to systematically identify and respond to at-risk students; makes referrals to appropriate community agencies when needed
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Implements a discipline code that is fair and promotes orderliness and student learning
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Maintains high visibility in the school
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Provides for adequate supervision and acceptable student behavior at all school functions planned and operated by school personnel
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Assist with recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and evaluation of school personnel
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Communicates effectively with students individually and in groups
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Maintain communication with the appropriate home office administrators, keep them informed of school activities and problems such as transportation, special services, discipline, etc.
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Interacts with school personnel and parent groups to promote positive outcomes
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Assumes responsibility for his/her own professional growth and development. Views self as a role model for expected staff behavior. Perceives self as a change agent; works for self and organizational renewal
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Maintains rules and procedures for student and staff safety
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Promotes an aesthetically pleasing environment in the school
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Monitors plant, office, and equipment maintenance. Promotes timely repair of school facilities and equipment
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Effectively copes with crises and emergencies
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Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively
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Handle multiple projects concurrently; ability to work as part of a team
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Strong community-building skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
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Supervisory skills preferred.
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Knowledge of organization and school policies and procedures preferred.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
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Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations.
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Ability to promote and follow FSE policies, school site, and department procedures.
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Modern office practices, methods, and equipment, including computer equipment.
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Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively.
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Demonstrated commitment to students and learning.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires sitting, walking, and standing. This job is performed in a busy school site that should maintain a clean and healthy environment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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BA degree
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Valid Administrative Services Credential preferred
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Five or more years of successful educational experience
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Complete command of the English language, written and oral
CLEARANCES
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Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance
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TB Clearance
This position includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. Additional benefits are also available.
This is a 12-month position and includes the following paid time off and leave benefits:
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12 vacation days annually (accrued at 1 day per month)
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2 floating holidays per year
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96 hours of sick leave annually
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1 week paid Thanksgiving break
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2 weeks paid Winter break
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1 week paid Spring break
