SY 25-26 Clerk – Assistant Principal Position Available In Worcester, Massachusetts

SY 25-26

Clerk – Assistant Principal Fitchburg School District 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420 Clerk –

Assistant Principal Job Summary:

The Clerk-Assistant Principal provides a high level of administrative and operational support to the assistant principal. This is a 10-month (190 days) position located at the high school.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, advanced degree preferred; Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing in English; Ability to communicate in a language other than English preferred; Ability to navigate through various computer programs while multitasking and responding to school-based needs; Works cooperatively and effectively in a team environment; Ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies with minimal assistance; Must possess excellent organizational skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines; Ability to use various technologies, including expert proficiency of word processing, data management, information retrieval, telecommunications, and database and spreadsheet programs, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office suite and/or Google Docs; Experience with software that may be utilized in a school district, including but not limited to Aspen/X2, MUNIS, TalentEd, PowerSchool, etc. Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment to support daily operations; Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships and work collaboratively; Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children to effectively problem solve; Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The Clerk-Assistant Principal will: Assist students and staff in the absence of the AP; direct inquiries, etc. Answer phones and direct calls to the appropriate locations; Complete suspension hearing and determination letters for School Administration (including in-school suspension); Monitor and maintain accurate student attendance in collaboration with parent phone calls, teachers, guidance counselors, and school administration; Process withdrawals during the school year according to established protocols; Provide the SIMS clerk with accurate data to process withdrawals in Aspen; Prepare student attendance letters through ConnectEd, Email, or US Mail (when applicable); Distribution of progress reports and report cards to their appropriate grade levels; Keep a copy of all student emergency forms in their offices and give all originals to the nurses’ office; Update student transportation notes in Aspen for their appropriate grade levels. Support and assist with district security procedures. Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all aspects of the role.

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Assistant Principal/Principal Evaluated by:

Assistant Principal/Principal Terms of Employment/Salary/Work Year:

190 days (10 months) As negotiated by the Fitchburg School Committee and the Fitchburg Education Association (FEA). Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg; www.fitchburgma.gov/benefits An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of NCBC (fingerprinting) and CORI prior to your start of employment. The responsibilities and duties listed are illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required. Notice of Non-Discrimination The School Committee’s policy of nondiscrimination extends to students, employees, and the general public with whom it does business. Fitchburg Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or equal treatment in its programs and/or activities in compliance with state and federal law. Questions related to this policy must be addressed to: The Office of Human Resources, 376 South Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420, HR@Fitchburg.k12.ma.us