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Assistant Principal-Huntington Middle School

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Principal, directs the school-wide program of discipline and facilities; manages and oversees school programs and employee evaluations, budgeting, purchasing, curriculum development, and master scheduling.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Responsible for the Safe Schools Plan; Oversees the Outdoor Science Education Program; Manages and facilitates Career Day; Coordinates all school assemblies and after school events; Directly responsible for the athletic programs; Attends student success team meetings and IEP meetings; Assumes primary responsibility for the ASB budget.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Assist the principal in the supervision and instructional program at a school site.
• Lead and monitor implementation of curriculum alignment with State Content Standards, performance-based assessments, use of instructional technology and articulation efforts.
• Assist in the direction of budgeting and purchasing of instructional supplies and equipment.
• Assist in the development of the master teaching schedule.
• Assist in assignment classrooms for instruction.
• Assist in the direction of the school's in-service and staff development program.
• Assist in the planning and administration of program evaluation and assessment, such as the STAR Testing Program and Advanced Placement.
• Support the principal in providing for the improvement of learning for every student.
• Supervise school auxiliary services, including student safety programs, testing programs, library/media learning center services, textbooks and multimedia supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate the services of in-school and district resources such as counselors, psychologist, nurse substitutes and other support staff.
• Assist in the coordination of the school's co-curricular and extracurricular programs and activities.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate in emergency response activities as necessary.
• Assist in the interpretation and implementation of the school instructional program and the ongoing process of assessing student needs.
• Provide necessary support and leadership in coordinating curricular development with staff and parents.
• Assist teachers in providing optimal learning opportunities for students.
• Participate in the delivery of appropriate staff development and the continued professional growth of faculty and staff.
• Serve on school and district committees and organizations to assure the interests of the school are properly served.
• Assist in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the school budget.
• Oversee the proper maintenance and care of all buildings, equipment and campus grounds.
• Monitor the scheduling and appropriate use of facilities by outside agencies or groups.
• Assist in the recruitment, training, use, and evaluation of noon duty assistants, paraprofessionals and volunteers.
• Assist in evaluating and supervising members of the staff, and provide counseling to improve employee performance and to encourage professional development.
• Confer with students, parents, teachers, law enforcement officers, and representatives of social welfare agencies to resolve individual pupil academic and behavioral problems.
• Assist in monitoring of extracurricular sport and student activities at the school site.
• Maintain awareness of educational trends and developments as they relate to school program development.
• Establish and maintain guides for proper student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, consistent with the due process rights of students.
• Monitor campus supervision and student discipline procedures.
• Promote a feeling of unity and spirit among the student body.
• Acknowledge accomplishments of staff members and students.
• Respect and maintain professional and student confidences.
• Establish, maintain and nurture effective working relationships with parents, community members, students, and school related outside agencies.
• Develop and communicate curricular and instructional plans and objectives to students and parents, including course descriptions, performance expectations and other pertinent information to allow parental monitoring.
• Supervise extra-curricular activities.
• Serve on educational committees.
• Attend professional meetings and other meetings regarding district business, SST's, IEP's, etc.
• Evaluate student progress in the instructional program by discussions with teachers, counselors and review of student records.
• Assist in the in-service orientation and training of teachers, with special responsibility for staff administrative procedures and instructions.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Maintain awareness of community resources available to assist students.
• Organize, oversee, and provide support to the various services, supplies, materials, and equipment provided to carry out the school program.
• Meet with students and parents concerning student issues.
• Maintain high standard of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, according due process to the rights of students.
• Maintain good relationships with students, staff, and parents, and comply with established lines of authority.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of

• Community relations.
• Curriculum development and supervision.
• Program evaluation.
• Instructional supervision.
• Principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Classroom procedures which promote appropriate student conduct and motivation for student learning.
• Child guidance principles and practices.
• Principles of training and providing work direction.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of children.
• Applicable state advisory documents, the State Framework in all subjects taught and district curriculum standards appropriate to their teaching assignment.
• Standardized student testing requirements.
• School improvement goals and objectives.
• Up-to-date curriculum standards.
• No Child Left Behind Act requirements.
• Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of school-age students.

Ability to

• Assist the principal in adapting school curriculum plans to meet different needs for learning.
• Assist the principal in creating an instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
• Monitor children on the school site.
• Assist school staff in improving the academic progress of the school site.
• Schedule classes and assign students and teachers according to regulations.
• Display the use of good judgment in making decisions.
• Respond to the changing rules and regulations related to education and curriculum.
• Work independently with little direction and provide work direction to others.
• Develop and provide effective presentations to the public.
• Read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Make effective decisions and take independent action.
• Analyze and evaluate data for specific use.
• Prioritize workload and conflicting demands.
• Effectively work in a demanding environment.
• Demonstrate organizational, time management, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing, with a variety of student, staff and management groups.
• Send and receive emails and research information through the Internet.
• Operate a computer and use related software.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Assist in the research of new theories, best practices and/or trends to improve operation of the school site.
• Attend conferences and workshops to maintain current knowledge of regulations and requirements and best practices.
• Direct and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• Supervise, evaluate and discipline subordinates.
• Interview and select employees and recommend termination and disciplinary actions.
• Promote workplace diversity and a positive work environment.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Establish and maintain successful working relationships.
• Use interpersonal techniques with tact, patience and courtesy.
• Work effectively with students and their parents.
• Work with an ethnically diverse student population.
• Understand and be sensitive to, and have respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, staff.
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
• Improve the academic progress of the school site.
• Develop programs and activities that promote diversity acceptance and a positive school environment.
• Oversee the work of instructional aides and ensure NCLB compliance.
• Develop and manage budgets.
• Motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for education, in accordance with each pupil's ability.
• Maintain professional relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and supervising staff members.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education

• Masters Degree in Education or related subject

Experience

• One-two years experience is required

Licenses/Certificates

• Class C Drivers License is required
• Administrative Services Credential is required

WORKING CONDITIONS WHICH MAY OCCUR

• Work inside protected from weather 3 - 5 hrs/day
• Work outside exposed to the weather 1 - 3 hrs/day
• Work in temperatures between 55 - 64 degrees F. 3 - 5 hrs/day
• Work in temperatures between 85 - 89 degrees F. 3 - 5 hrs/day
• Exposed to direct sunlight less than 1 hr/day
• Frequent overtime and/or schedule changes occur once or twice a month

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Multi-Limb Coordination
• Manual Dexterity
• Finger Dexterity
• Near Visual Acuity
• Far Visual Acuity
• Color Discrimination
• Peripheral Vision
• Speech Intelligibility in Quiet
• Speech Intelligibility in Noise
• Sound Localization
• Muscular Power
• Non-speech Sound Discrimination
• Flexibility
• Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
• Speed of Limb Movement
• Whole Body Coordination
• Whole Body Equilibrium
• Arm-Hand Steadiness

MENTAL ABILITIES

• Oral Comprehension
• Originality
• Information Ordering
• Flexibility of Closure
• Category Flexibility
• Fluency of Ideas
• Auditory Understanding
• Speed of Closure
• Time Sharing
• Memorization
• Oral Expression
• Speech Recognition
• Problem Sensitivity
• Inductive Reasoning
• Written Comprehension
• Deductive Reasoning
• Selective Attention
• Written Expression