Elementary School Principal Assistant

About the Employer

Assistant Principal, Pinewood Elementary

Job Description

An assistant principal for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is a strong instructional leader who is committed to driving student achievement for all students while closing the achievement gap. A successful assistant principal must be able to support the principal's leadership of students, teachers, other staff members, parents and the community.

Essential Functions

Supports the Vision, Mission, Values, Beliefs and Goals of the School

Establishes processes to embody these attributes in the life of the school community

Implements strategies for improvements and changes that will result in improved achievement for all students

Articulates the School's Vision and Implements Strategies

Under the principal's direction, assists in creating the school improvement plan

Utilizes processes to distribute leadership and decision-making throughout the school

Leads Discussions on Standards

Leads practical discussions about standards for curriculum, instruction and assessment based on research and best practices

Establishes and achieves high expectations for students

Protects Teacher Time

Under the direction of the principal, creates processes and schedules that protect teachers from disruption of instructional or preparation time

Defines School Identity and Culture

Uses shared vision, values and goals to define the identity and culture of the school

Acknowledges failures and celebrates accomplishments of the school

Develops Efficacy and Empowerment Among Staff

Develops a sense of efficacy and empowerment among staff that influences the school's identity, culture and performance

Values Creative Ideas and Innovative Solutions

Works at setting the expectations in the school that creative ideas and innovative solutions are valued

Supports Professional Learning Community

Assists the principal's strategy to ensure that the school is a professional learning community

Establishes High-Quality Staff

Establishes processes and systems to ensure a high-quality, high-performing staff

Evaluates Teachers and Staff

Evaluates teachers and staff with fairness, focusing on improving performance and student achievement

Assists in Budget Processes

Assists in budget processes and systems focused on improved student achievement

Designs Communication Systems

Under the direction of the principal, designs and utilizes various forms of formal and informal communication to improve student achievement

Enforces Expectations

Enforces expectations, structures, rules and procedures for students and staff

Supports Parent and Community Engagement

Under the direction of the principal, designs structures and processes that result in parent and community engagement, support and ownership for the school

Manages Protocols and Processes

Manages protocols and processes to comply with federal, state, and district mandates

Leverages Staff Expertise

Under the direction of the principal, develops systems and relationships to leverage staff expertise and influence in order to influence the school's identity, culture and performance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of Teaching and Learning Processes

Knowledge of teaching and learning processes

Basic knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, policies, rules and regulations regarding school administration

Basic knowledge of organization and management theory and practice

Knowledge of Educational Theories, Research, Trends, Developments and Techniques

Knowledge of educational theories, research, trends, developments and techniques that aid in the development and improvement of programs and practices

Knowledge of the unique needs and characteristics of a school system

Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, organizational patterns, school operations and pupil services

Basic Knowledge of Sound Fiscal Practices

Basic knowledge of sound fiscal practices, including budget preparation and control and management of school resources

Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, evaluation and training

Knowledge of public speaking techniques

Possesses Knowledge and Demonstrates Respect

Possesses knowledge of and demonstrates respect for all students, teachers, administrators, parents, and community leaders using tact, patience and courtesy

Possesses leadership skills required to respond to the challenges presented by the school community

Possesses high level of cognitive skills, analysis and decisiveness, organization and high internal work standards

Ability to Build Rapport and Manage Conflicts

Ability to build rapport at all levels of the organization

Ability to manage conflicts and differences with management or others in a calm and respectful manner

Ability to keep others informed and up to date on decisions and/or actions that may affect them and the work that they do

Ability to Link Future Possibilities to Current Needs

Ability to link future possibilities to current needs

Ability to appreciate inter-dependency among functions, teams, leaders, associates when making a plan

Ability to create and continuously adapt future strategy to adjust for change

Ability to work at setting the expectations in the school that creative ideas and innovative solutions are valued

Ability to Communicate Internally and Externally

Ability to communicate internally and externally the challenges and opportunities present when developing new skill sets

Ability to do things before being asked to or being forced to by events and proactively address next steps and prepare strategies to overcome obstacles

Ability to support the development of tools and processes to identify the skills required to meet school needs and continuously conduct environmental scans identifying new required skills

Ability to Establish Clarity on Roles

Ability to use tools and processes to establish clarity on each role in the school as they relate to the school's mission/vision/improvement plan

Ability to identify current high potential achievers and high potential talent based on actual performance

Ability to acknowledge and respect different perspectives

Ability to inspire trust. Possesses high levels of self-confidence and optimism.

Ability to model and support self-discipline and responsibility

Ability to demonstrate a willingness to take the risks necessary to build and implement the system's vision and achieve the system's goals

Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, including speaking, listening and writing

Ability to enhance student performance, especially in identifying and closing or narrowing the gaps in student achievement

Ability to use collaborative skills to lead groups within the school community to realize the vision and accomplish goals

Ability to build consensus and commitment among individuals and groups with emphasis on parental involvement

Ability to commit to a 'student first' philosophy in all decisions

Ability to recognize, honor and celebrate successes

Ability to meet schedules and timelines

Ability to respond effectively and promptly to issues, and communicate resolutions in a timely manner

Ability to work confidentially with discretion

Ability to build rapport at all levels of the organization

Ability to manage conflicts and differences with management or others in a calm and respectful manner

Ability to keep others informed and up to date on decisions and/or actions that may affect them and the work that they do