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Watertown City School District

Assistant Principal Grades 7-12 (Anticipated)

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An Assistant School Principal provides support and shares some or many of the duties of the School Principal. May oversee operations within a school, managing teachers and other staff. May be required to attend parent consultations, taking parent suggestions and discussing the educational needs of individual students.

$126,369 / year median in New York

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

The Watertown City School District has an anticipated opening for a tenure-track Assistant Principal Grades 7-12. Primary Responsibilities Serve as the primary administrator for attendance systems, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and day-to-day student discipline. Manage parent communication, disciplinary documentation, and Superintendent's hearings as the building representative. Host regular student Town Hall meetings focused on attendance, behavioral expectations, school climate, and student culture. Implement and maintain the Building-Level Safety Plan in accordance with Project SAVE. Participate in the District Threat Assessment Team and ensure threat assessment protocols are consistently implemented. Coordinate mental health crisis response in collaboration with school counselors, school psychologists, and other student support staff. Ensure compliance with the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), including timely investigation, documentation, and reporting of incidents. Lead restorative practices and positive behavioral support frameworks that promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. Monitor
AIS/MTSS
groupings and support intervention programming based on student achievement, attendance, and behavioral data. Support classroom walkthroughs and instructional coaching in collaboration with the House Principal. Participate as an active member of the weekly secondary leadership team. Manage daily building operations, including supervision schedules, student movement, emergency drills, safety procedures, and operational logistics. Collaborate with the Director of Health, Physical Education, and Athletics regarding athletic event coverage, student-athlete eligibility, and related operational needs, as appropriate. Maintain a visible and active administrative presence at school-sponsored events, including athletic contests, fine arts and music performances, extracurricular activities, modified sports, evening programs, and community events. Foster positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners while supporting a positive school culture and high expectations for student success. The preferred candidate will have teaching and/or administrative experience. Candidates must be currently certified in New York State (SBL or SDL). Attach letter of interest, resume, transcripts, proof of SBL or SDL, and three reference letters to the online application. Salary Commensurate with experience.
EOE To Apply:
https://www.olasjobs.org/job-details/WTNN0382296-1012
Pay:
From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person