Assistant Principal- Williamstown Elementary

Williamstown Independent Schools

Job DescriptionAssistant Principal

TITLE: Elementary Assistant Principal (220 days)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Holds valid Kentucky certification for principal

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOALS: To assist the Principal in promoting the educational wellbeing of each student in the school and to coordinate the use of instructional and administrative technology in the school.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Leadership

Program Planning

• Identifies and communicates effective instructional planning strategies.
• Determines priorities based on assessed needs sound theories financial capabilities expertise timelines and resources.
• Assists with the development and monitoring of the school Professional Development Plan.
• Assists with the development of the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan encompassing goals objectives activities timelines and resources.
• Monitors the implementation of programs/services through a systematic design.
• Works with Athletic Director in coordinating the athletic program. Maintains the program in conjunction with all rules and regulations of the K.H.S.A.A.
• Utilizes staff in curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Organizes for maximum time for academic learning.
• Assists with the planning organizing and direct implementation of all school activities.
• Develops schedules for teachers and students that will provide for the efficient operation of the school and result in a high level of learning for students.
• Develops schedules for classroom observations conferences and followup activities as designated by the Principal.

School Management

• Assists substitutes on a daily basis.
• Utilizes effective interview and selection process to select most competent candidate as designated by the Principal.
• Assists Principal in the assignment of personnel to positions which ensure optimum performance and equitable distribution of assignments.
• Systematically evaluates the performance of personnel to improve competencies.
• Plans and conducts staff development activities to improve competencies of school personnel.
• Utilizes strategies which lead to a higher level of motivation.
• Assists with the organization and supervision of support service personnel for optimum performance.
• Facilitates positive faculty and staff attitudes.
• Assists with classified and certified staff meetings to keep members informed of the policy changes new programs and related concerns.
• Rewards faculty staff and students for quality work.
• Assists with the establishment of guides for proper student conduct and maintenance of student discipline according to Board of Education and SBDM policies.
• Provides due process procedures required by law in the management of school employees and students.
• Assists with the preparation of reports records lists and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the schools administration attendance and reporting student progress.
• Plans and supervises fire drills earthquake drills lockdown drills and emergency preparedness programs.
• Assists with the coordination planning and work of the school administrative staff.
• Coordinates curriculum development activities of the school in cooperation with the Supervisor of Instruction and the Principal.
• Coordinates and supervises bus loading and unloading activities.
• Assists the Principal in maintaining discipline throughout the school and handles referrals from teachers or bus drivers.
• Coordinates and supervises athletic events.
• Assumes responsibility for a part of the general supervision of the student body staff and educational program of the school.
• Holds conferences with parents teachers and students or any combination thereof when necessary.
• Assists in preparation of materials and building and any other activity related to the opening and closing of the school year.
• Interprets the districtwide attendance policy for students teachers and parents.
• Verifies attendance information and data.
• Works to have the best attendance possible by monitoring tardies early dismissals and absenteeism.
• Provides information to complete state reports.
• Disseminates educational material and information to department heads and other staff members.
• Assists with orientation of new staff members.

Community Relations

• Works with other schools and organizations in a professional manner.
• Involves parents in the activities of the school.
• Assesses community expectations and perceptions of school performance.
• Communicates with citizenry by a variety of means (i.e. media newsletters and meetings).
• Utilizes community resources to support programs and services including parent volunteers.
• Conducts regular parent advisory committee meetings.
• Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs.

Business Management

• Manages financial resources in a most costeffective manner.
• Applies local and state school board regulations to business management decisions.
• Helps maintain a fiscal accountability system.
• Assists with the development and monitoring of the financial plan (budget) based on programs service priorities and financial capabilities.
• Organizes and involves teaching staff in monitoring and developing a financial plan for instructing.
• Inspects building and grounds on a daily basis in order to manage the maintenance of the facility and reports maintenance needs to the Director of Maintenance.

Interpersonal Relationships

• Manages conflict situations in an effective manner.
• Is perceived as an effective listener.
• Keeps the Principal informed of the schools activities and problems.
• Demonstrates effective written communication skills with all publics.
• Demonstrates effective oral communication skills with all publics.
• Manages change and new programs by utilizing effective change and pacing strategies.
• Solves problems utilizing a variety of techniques.
• Makes decisions from a base of relative information.
• Utilizes a process for involving personnel in decision making activities including faculty meetings grade or department meetings etc.
• Facilitates discussions and decision making sessions efficiently and productivity.
• Plans and facilitates meetings for optimum use of time and resources.

Professional Development

• Participates in the Nelson County administrative team meetings in a positive helpful and resourceful way.
• Performs professional responsibilities and duties as outlined in the job description including regular attendance and punctuality.
• Assumes responsibility for schoolrelated activities that extend beyond the school day.
• Attends workshops institutes courses and conferences relevant to continuing professional development and managing the school programs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current professional literature and materials including effective school research.
• Demonstrates effective time management practices.
• Reacts to stress situations in a reasonably calm and positive manner.
• Meets timelines and deadlines as requested.
• Conducts self and administrative office in an organized and businesslike manner.
• Exhibits dependability in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
• Accepts constructive criticism.
• Exhibits assertiveness as appropriate in dealing with administrative responsibilities.
• Works with Central Office staff and other support personnel on school programs and goals related to instruction transportation professional staff development and special services.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the Superintendent.
• Adheres to professional Codes of Ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined.

ABILITY TO: Perform as a leader such that student achievement is maximized.