Middle School Assistant Principal Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Middle School Assistant Principal Pine Springs Prep 1729 North Main Street, Holly Springs, NC 27540

TITLE :

Assistant Principal – Middle School

SUPERVISES

:

Middle School Academic Program/PSPA Staff/ REPORTS TO :

Principal – Middle School

JOB GOAL

The Middle School Assistant Principal assists the Middle School Principal in oversight of PSPA’s middle school program, implementing school policies, programs, curriculum, and extracurricular activities.

This includes such responsibilities as:

leading, directing, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs; creating effective parent, teacher, and child communications; supporting, encouraging, mentoring, and evaluating staff; fostering teamwork between teachers and among staff and parents; and managing budget items. The Middle School Assistant Principal also serves in an administrative capacity for the entire school and is prepared to represent and serve in a lead administrative capacity in the absence of either of the school principals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field from an accredited college or university; Master’s Degree desirable. Minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience, plus 3 years related administrative experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in supervision and administration is desired. Well-developed conflict resolution skills. Excellent human relations skills, speaking and writing skills. Successful experience working with secondary students. Training and/or experience in group facilitation and process management.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Always assists the principal in the discharge of his/her duties and acts in the capacity of the principal during the principal’s absence from the school. Assists in the role of instructional leader to promote student behavior that is supportive, and conducive to the implementation of the school’s instructional programs and goals. Assists in the selection, training and implementation of standards and initiatives. Assists with scheduling; implementation of goals and selection of instructional materials; analyzes test data; determines ways to improve instruction and student goals. Assists the principal in the supervision and evaluation of classroom instruction. Assists in the orientation of new staff members to the teaching environment at the middle school, especially as it relates to the area of students, personnel policy and procedures and general building practices. Supports teachers who have students with behavior problems. Assumes responsibility for implementing discipline procedures as stated in the Student Handbook. Develops innovative strategies, preventative approaches, and proactive plans for students who exhibit at-risk behaviors. Acts in a supportive role with the principal in work with parents, teachers, and the community to promote the effective flow of communications and ensure positive relations with parents, business leaders and community members. Listens and responds to parent concerns with sensitivity. Works in conjunction with the principal in supervising all school activities, i.e., field trips, orientation programs, assemblies, and other special events. Supports substitute teachers in carrying out their duties. Assists in the promotion of positive school climate and staff morale through recognition programs and honoring those who excel. Assist with the implementation of co-curricular activities, including athletics, athletic supervision and clubs. Assists with developing the master schedule.

Assists with:

hiring and orientation of licensed and classified staff; teacher and classified employee evaluation; working through concerns and classroom management; planning and directing meetings, staff development, trainings, and in-services; communications; listening, providing and receiving feedback, and encouragement for all staff. Attends conferences, workshops, and meetings to keep informed of current practices and trends in education. Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the principal and/or Head of School.

Terms of Employment :

Twelve-month work year/ Yearly contract

Evaluation :

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the board policy.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$63,200.00 – $70,200.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person