CCHS Assistant Principal

CCHS Assistant Principal Casey Co School District Casey County High School - Liberty, Kentucky This job is also posted in Casey Co School District Job Details

Job ID:

5788702

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

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Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

Position Title:

Principal, Assistant

Department:

School Level-Casey County High School

Reports To:

Principal

Approved By:

Casey County Board of Education Date:

February, 2016

SUMMARY:

Assist the principal in all areas to provide instructional leadership to staff, including: Curriculum planning, review, and implementation of curriculum, and professional development. Responsible for building administration, and the safety and welfare of both students and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP

- As delegated, manages the instructional program in a manner that exhibits competencies which result in teaching and learning being priorities and school improvement constantly occurring. The assistant principal develops a decision-making and communication structure that assures effective planning, communication, and problem-solving with areas of responsibility. The assistant principal provides opportunities for each faculty and staff member to grow, develop, and experience success. Participate/support school readiness initiatives

FACULTY AND STAFF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

- Assists in managing faculty and staff in a manner that utilizes talent effectively, creating a healthy school climate. The assistant principal, when asked to assist, utilizes the faculty selection process to identify the most competent candidates to be recommended for employment. The assistant principal, when delegated the responsibility, observes the performance-formative evaluation of certified employees under the principal's direction. If necessary, writes prescription for improvement of performance. The assistant principal, when delegated the responsibility, conducts Summative Evaluations within state and local Board Policies. The assistant principal uses the Kentucky Certified Evaluation Model when observing, evaluating, and conferencing with certified employees. The assistant principal, when asked, helps develop appropriate faculty and staff personnel job expectations, job descriptions, and regulations. The assistant principal helps to develop a positive school climate by exhibiting positive administration by involving, in areas he/she is responsible for, faculty and staff personnel in decision making and problem solving, and by building trust, respect, cohesiveness, and high morale. The assistant principal, when asked to do so, completes accurate personnel records and forwards them to the appropriate persons on a timely basis as requested.

STUDENT PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT

- Insures that student conduct/attendance/personal problems are handled effectively, reasonably, and positively. The assistant principal provides an effective support system for students with learning and/or behavior problems, which leads to the development of a systematic program to reduce absenteeism. The assistant principal, when asked, promotes optimum attendance of all students. The assistant principal manages student data through an accountable, confidential (as appropriate), and efficient record-keeping system; i.e., grants, attendance, test data, health reports, census files, etc. The assistant principal utilizes the services of the Director of Pupil Personnel in providing resources and assistance in planning in-school student services and in dealing with special student needs.

SCHOOL BUSINESS AND RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

- Assists in operating the school in an efficient and cost-effective manner by planning and managing, as directed, financial and material resources. The assistant principal adheres to proper accounting procedures in regard to purchase orders and bookkeeping.

LEADERSHIP IN PUBLIC RELATIONS

- Assists, as directed, in conducting a public relations program that builds positive support from the public comprising the school community. The assistant principal sends out communications that are written so intended audiences can understand the content and that are written in a format demonstrating competent writing skills, editing skills, etc. The assistant principal receives information, formally and informally, about the needs and concerns of the various publics, and responds in a reasonable and fair manner.

MANAGEMENT OF SUPPORT SERVICES, CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

- As directed, supervises support services, co-curricular activities, and athletic programs to assure optimum contribution to the total program of the school. The assistant principal, under the principal's direction, supervises maintenance of the school plant and grounds to keep them in good repair, safe, clean, and attractive. He/she attends to in-school vandalism in an appropriate way. Included is supervision of custodians. The assistant principal assists the principal in supervising food services/cafeteria and transportation to ensure proper student behavior and safety on buses. The assistant principal, under the principal's direction, coordinates the development and conduct of co-curricular and athletic programs to assure that students are provided a program that meets their developmental needs.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

- Demonstrates, in each of the following areas, personal competency. The assistant principal desires and models positive personal relationships with others and shows evidence of strategies to build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and central office personnel. The assistant principal demonstrates the ability to assess and be sensitive to the thoughts, feelings, proposed actions, and actions from the viewpoint of staff, students, parents, and central office personnel. The assistant principal looks for the strengths of individual staff members, holds a positive perspective towards them, and plans ways to maintain a supportive group climate. The assistant principal demonstrates communication skills that effectively convey information both orally and in writing. He/she is perceived as an effective listener. The assistant principal reacts to stress situations in a calm and positive manner and has the necessary skills to bring parties together rather than polarize relationships. The assistant principal demonstrates time management skills to accomplish the required volume of work on time. The assistant principal conducts self and administrative offices in an organized and business-like manner. The assistant principal meets deadlines, tasks, and scheduled events on time without frequent reminders. The assistant principal exhibits assertiveness, as appropriate, in dealing with administrative responsibilities. The assistant principal participates as part of the Casey County Administrative Team in a positive, helpful, and resourceful way.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages all employees in the school assigned to him/her by the principal. The Assistant Principal is responsible for working with the principal for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the school and staff. He/she carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting the principal in interviewing, hiring (after consultation with the SBDM Council), training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCES

M. A. and a minimum of 3 years teaching experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Teaching Certificate with Professional Certificate for Instructional Leadership - Principal, All Grades The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A. DA.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Postgraduate Certificate degree preferred.