Elementary Assistant Principal

About the Employer

Elementary Assistant Principal - Mansfield

Job Summary

Working full-time from one of our Family Service Centers, the Assistant Principal serves as an educational leader and assists the school leadership in planning, coordinating, and directing activities and programs related to the administration of one or more assigned grade levels/schools.

Key Responsibilities

Leads the Planning, Development, Organization, Coordination, and Supervision of Instructional Programs and Activities

Monitors the implementation of the approved curriculum program considering individual learner needs Contributes to the development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate

Builds and Promotes Positive Culture and Capacity Amongst Designated Teams

Leads professional learning initiatives for all staff relative to school goals and acts as a model/exemplar by engaging in own professional learning and growth Drives initiatives in line with school improvement objectives and in collaboration with the school improvement team

Provides Leadership to Professional Staff

Determines objectives and identifies school needs as the basis for developing long and short-range plans for the school Conducts high-quality classroom observations and teacher evaluations pursuant to CCA and PDE-approved guidelines

Learner Outreach and Engagement

Proactively conducts regular learner outreach, including digital communication and home visits Participates in and attends meetings and hearings related to compulsory attendance, student safety, and children and youth services requirements

Supports Out-of-Classroom Student Experiences

Supports and participates in out-of-classroom student experiences, including field trips, clubs, school-sponsored activities, and other opportunities

Administrative Tasks

Responsible for the collaborative compliance of student enrollment, records, attendance, and health requirements Plans for and responds to emergency situations, in cooperation with staff and public safety agencies.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Master's degree in Education, Special Education, or related area. Must possess a valid PA K-12 Principal Certificate. Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in a public-school setting. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Customer-focused approach. High degree of flexibility. Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment. Team player and ability to lead a collaborative culture. Technologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products, learning management systems, student information systems, web-conferencing tools, etc...).

Preferred Education and Experience

Minimum of 2 years' experience as a school administrator, preferably in a public-school setting. Minimum of 7 years' teaching experience, preferably in a public-school setting.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This is not a work-from-home position. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role. Requires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend, or stand as necessary. Ability to travel to other sites/locations as needed.

Position Type

Full-time
Exempt

Salary

Travel
Travel is required for this position.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Valid PA Driver's License Appropriate automobile insurance coverage Must be able to commute to a Family Service Center regardless of commute complexity. Candidates must reside within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Must be within a reasonable commute to our Mansfield Family Service Center.

Note

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Commonwealth Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational, and service organization.