Assistant Principal
Hillside Middle School
10 Month Full Time
UAW Salary Schedule
2026-2027 School Year
Scope of Responsibilities
The Assistant Principal is responsible for providing assistance to the principal in the administration of a large, urban secondary school.
Performance Responsibilities
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Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.
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Supervises the work of professional and classified employees as assigned.
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Administers district policies and procedures concerning discipline and attendance.
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Ensures the safety and welfare of students.
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Assists with planning and implementation of programs for parent groups, staff, and community agencies, and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
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Supervises support programs such as food services, bus loading, lunch supervision, and transportation as assigned.
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Assists with the management and care of the school's plant equipment and materials.
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Supervises extra-curricular activities.
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Assists with accreditation activities.
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Assists with the planning and supervision of a balanced student activities program.
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Administers building and district programs for vocational and career-education preparation and placement, with (1) comply with Title IX and XII, (2) provide non-traditional opportunities for students, and (3) provide quality experiences for students with special needs.
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May serve as lead building administrator in the absence of the principal.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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Three to five years of successful teaching experience or comparable successful experience working with students.
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Master's degree in administration, supervision, curriculum, or related areas.
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Meet or be willing to meet the State school administrator’s certification requirements.
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Demonstrate advanced skills in the computer utilization of educational materials and student information systems.
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Demonstrate advanced organizational and communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
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Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban educational setting and a diverse/multi-cultural setting.
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Must possess a positive work history.
Desirable Qualifications
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Educational administration experience.
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Knowledge of human service agencies.
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Graduate credits in pupil personnel administration, testing, vocational guidance, special education, or communications.
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Knowledge of performance assessment, curriculum development, and learning styles.
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Demonstrated ability to work with various groups including those with diverse backgrounds.
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Experience in the management of student discipline and attendance with the ability to establish programs and procedures to improve student behavior and attendance.
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Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to students, staff, and parents.
Interested applicants should apply online and attach their application to this posting.
Internal candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume to the
Human Resources Department attention:
Steve Leland, Director of Human Resources
Kalamazoo Public Schools
Department of Human Resources
1220 Howard Street
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008
(269) 337-0177 FAX (269) 337-0185
Position will be posted until filled
Visit our website at: www.kpsjobs.com
Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
