Elementary School Principal Assistant
About the Employer
Assistant Principal - Elementary Applicant Pool
Job Title
Assistant Principal Elementary
Department
School Based
Reports To
Building Administrator
FLSA Status
Exempt
Work Calendar
All 12 Month Staff
Salary Scale
School Leadership Salary Scale
Job Summary and Purpose
This position assists in the development and implementation of the total school program. This position may serve as primary administrator in the absence or disability of the principal by assuming responsibility for instructional leadership and effective school management.
Work Objectives/Essential Functions
Daily School Functions
Maintain daily school functions Assists in the supervision of the daily use of the school facilities for both academic and non-academic purposes.Improvement of Instruction, School Philosophy, and Policies
Assists in establishing a plan for the improvement of instruction, school philosophy, and school policies within district guidelines.Discipline and Student Code of Conduct
Assists in maintaining discipline throughout the student body and effectively implements the school board’s student code of conduct.Referrals, Follow-ups, Evaluations, IEP Meetings, and Reevaluations
Responsible for tracking referrals, follow-ups, evaluations, determinations, IEP meetings, and reevaluations.Emergency Preparedness Program
Assists in planning and supervision of emergency preparedness program, including fire drills, according to state law and division regulations.Crisis Plan and Communication
Updates the crisis plan and keeps open communication with staff as well as the office of safety and security.Staff Supervision and Evaluation
Assists with supervision and evaluation of all licensed and service personnel.Meetings and Conferences
Meets and confers with: staff, committees, grade level chairpersons, individual students, parents, and central office personnel.Student Arrival and Departure
Assists in providing for the safe arrival and departure of students.Curriculum Coordination
Assists in the coordination of curriculum-related activities and programs.School Environment
Assists in maintaining a healthy school environment.Staff Selection, Assignment, and Orientation
Assists the principal in the selection, assignment, and orientation of staff.Interviews and Scheduling
Schedules and conducts interviews to ensure the school is fully staffed.Student Teachers, Aides, and Volunteers
Coordinates the assignments of and assists with the supervision of student teachers, aides, and volunteers.Budget and Procurement
Assists the principal in the budget and procurement process.Co-Curricular and Athletic Activities
Assists in the supervision of co-curricular and athletic activities.Master Teaching Schedule
Approves the master teaching schedule, coordinate the scheduling process, and make necessary assignments.Job Descriptions
Reviews and adds written job descriptions for all school staff as needed.Curriculum Development
Provides assistance in the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum.Emergency Situations
Provides assistance as warranted in emergency situations.School Committees
Serves as representative for school and division committees.IEP Meetings
Serves as designee for all IEP, 504, and Student Education Committee (SEC) meetings.Professional Learning Communities
Attends grade-level meetings to support professional learning communities.Child Study Team
Serves as chairperson of the child study and multidisciplinary team, assisting teachers with making referrals and implementing interventions while ensuring that all special education staff and special education committees follow federal, state, and local special education procedures.School-Sponsored Activities
Attends school-sponsored activities.Health and Safety Coordination
Coordinates with mental health, health, teachers, and parents along with other support staff concerning health, dental, nutritional, mental health, disability, and safety needs of children and all other facets of operation that should be handled jointly.Monthly Reports
Prepares and submits accurate monthly reports to the policy council and supervisor of Head Start; and continues ongoing monitoring, throughout the year, to ensure all student data is up to date.Grants and Fiscal Monitoring
Writes grants and grant reports and assists in fiscal monitoring. Assists with the completion of inventories of all property under his/her jurisdiction and for the security, accountability, and distribution of that property, e.g., textbooks, computer technology, lockers, etc.Education and Experience
Education Attainment (Required)
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Education Attainment (Preferred)
Relevant Experience (Required)
Three (3) years of successful, full-time experience as a teacher, supervisor, or administrator.
Relevant Experience (Preferred)
Industry Licensure or Certifications (Required)
Must hold the postgraduate professional certificate with an endorsement in administration and supervision.
Industry Licensure or Certifications (Preferred)
Required Licensures and Certifications
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
Public school administration expectations and support activities Virginia Instructional Standards for grades 9-12, and best practices for ensuring student success in multiple learning environments State and federal laws, regulations, and rules related to public school administration, including budget management and data confidentialityAbilities
Manage time and tasks effectively Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the broader community through written and oral communication Deescalate conflicts among students and staff to ensure a safe and productive work environment Lead a diverse team to meet goals Organize and perform work independently Accept and address feedback in an appropriate manner Adapt to change and maintain flexibility Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of workCore Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees
Engage in Ongoing Professional Development Relevant to Position.
Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
Respond to Written and Oral Requests for Information Promptly and Thoroughly.
Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
Maintain a Clean, Neat Appearance and Dress Appropriate to Position and Duties.
Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
Maintain a Record of Appropriate Attendance and Punctuality.
Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Serve as a Role Model for Students, Colleagues, and the General Public.
Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
Work in Close Harmony with Supervisor(s) and Colleagues.
Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
Comply with All Division Policies and Regulations.
Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.
Weight Demands
Lifting ±250 lbs
Rarely
Lifting 26–250 lbs
Occasionally
Lifting 50+ lbs
Frequently
Carrying ±250 lbs
Rarely
Carrying 26–250 lbs
Occasionally
Carrying 50+ lbs
Frequently
Pushing/Pulling ±250 lbs
Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 26–250 lbs
Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling 50+ lbs
Frequently
Physical Demands
Standing
Rarely
Sitting
Walking
Reaching
Turning/Twisting
Balancing/Climbing
Stooping/Kneeling
Crouching/Crawling
Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)
Job Family
Assistant Principal ES
Calendar
All 12 Month Staff
Pay Structure
School Leadership Salary Scale
Position
108211998
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Grade
AP10
Job Code
1130
Status
Active