Assistant Principal - Middle School (Temporary) at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of a Principal, organize, coordinate and administer assigned programs and activities related to student discipline, attendance, curriculum and instruction, Restorative Justice and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and systemic equity at a secondary school; assist the Principal with administrative duties involving student conduct and support for student non-academic needs, curriculum development and school plant operations as assigned; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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CLASS TITLE: ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL-SECONDARY
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of a Principal, organize, coordinate and administer assigned programs and activities related to student discipline, attendance, curriculum and instruction at a secondary school; assist the Principal with administrative duties involving student conduct, curriculum development and school plant operations as assigned; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Plan, organize, coordinate and participate in programs and activities related to a major secondary school function such as instruction or student discipline.
- Perform a variety of administrative duties to assist the Principal in managing a secondary school; assist in providing educational programs and services as requested; assume the duties of the Principal as assigned.
- Develop and administer disciplinary procedures in accordance with District policies; confer with students, parents, teachers and community agencies; assign students to detention or school service; suspend or recommend expulsion of students as appropriate.
- Plan, develop, implement and evaluate instructional programs at assigned secondary schools; assure that curricular requirements are properly integrated and coordinated.
- Compile, analyze and interpret test data to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programs and testing processes.
- Communicate with State, County and local agency representatives regarding curriculum programs, framework in-services and staff development.
- Supervise plant operations to assure the safety, maintenance and security of site facilities, students and personnel.
- Communicate and confer with community agencies and authorities regarding school activities, programs and students.
- Supervise, select, assign and evaluate the performance of designated certificated and classified personnel.
- Assure the health, safety and welfare of students and staff.
- Organize, coordinate and develop schedules for assigned schools; analyze course offerings, make teaching assignments and change programs as necessary to accommodate student needs.
- Supervise and organize student activities and athletic events; schedule extra-curricular programs and monitor budgets; attend a variety of school events including athletic events, dances, meetings and others.
- Direct the preparation of a variety of reports regarding school operations, activities, students, personnel, course descriptions, curriculum requirements and special programs.
- Assist in planning, preparing and monitoring budgets for assigned school; review and approve expenditure requests according to established guidelines.
- Direct the preparation of records, logs and files related to student discipline, attendance, test scores, cumulative records and school activities.
- Attend a variety of workshops, meetings and conferences to develop and enhance administrative skills, remaining current in education research, techniques and legislation; serve on committees and task forces.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- School administrative practices.
- Counseling theory, ethics and associated legal confidentiality requirements.
- School discipline and attendance policies.
- Evaluation methods of certificated and classified staff.
- Laws regarding minors and child abuse reporting.
- Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
- CCUSD education policies and practices.
- Normal and abnormal teenage behavior and adolescent development.
- Behavior modification techniques and strategies.
- Student assistance programs.
- Community referral resources.
- Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
- Plan, implement, and coordinate school programs and services.
- Listen and reason with staff, parents, and students to resolve issues related to assigned duties.
- Develop, assess, and modify systems for school management and improvement.
- Review student work and staff suggestions.
- Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
- Assist with curriculum development.
- Complete work with many interruptions.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Work independently with little direction.
- Meet schedules and time lines.
- Work confidentially with discretion.
- Maintain records and prepare various reports, including confidential materials.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Evaluate certificate and classified staff.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in education or a related field and four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the secondary school level.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Administrative Services Credential.
- Appropriate teaching credential.
- Valid driver's license.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Office and classroom environment; subject to constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Sitting and standing for extended periods of time, walking around campus, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, and hearing and speaking to communicate with others.
HAZARDS:
Exposure to potentially volatile and emotional students.
Revised 7/08
Requirements / Qualifications
This is a grant-funded position for one year. • Appropriate teaching credential. • Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in education or a related field and four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the secondary school level. • Valid CA Administrative Services Credential. • Valid driver's license.
All applications will be kept strictly confidential. Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Superintendent will determine those candidates to be interviewed.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (• A letter indicating: (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the past two years.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
This is a grant-funded position for one year. • Appropriate teaching credential. • Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in education or a related field and four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the secondary school level. • Valid CA Administrative Services Credential. • Valid driver's license.
All applications will be kept strictly confidential. Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Superintendent will determine those candidates to be interviewed.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (• A letter indicating: (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters of recommendation written within the past two years.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Application Deadline
1/31/2023 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/10/2023
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$109,444.23 to $128,034.46 annual
Length of Work Year
210 work days per school year
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Culver City Middle School
Benefits
District medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans.
Stipends
$2,000 for Doctorate Degree, and a mileage stipend