High School Assistant Principal

Job Description: Assistant Principal - Northview High School

Position Summary:

The Assistant Principal supports the principal in providing instructional leadership managing school operations and fostering a safe inclusive and positive learning environment. This role involves working closely with students staff parents and the community to ensure the academic and social-emotional success of all students.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Masters degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.

Certification:

• Valid Michigan administrative certification.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of successful classroom or building experience; 3-5 years of administrative experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students staff and families.
• Knowledge of best practices child development and instructional strategies.
• Proficiency in using technology for data analysis communication and instructional support.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership & Student Achievement

• Assist in implementing and monitoring curriculum instructional programs educator evaluations and assessment strategies. Experience/training in the Danielson model preferred.
• Support teachers with instructional strategies classroom management and professional development.
• Analyze student performance data to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
• Evaluate educators and staff as assigned by the building principal.
• Promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement.
• All other duties assigned.

Student Discipline & Behavior Management

• Enforce school policies procedures and the student code of conduct.
• Implement and support restorative practices and positive behavior interventions.
• Address disciplinary issues in a fair and consistent manner while fostering a supportive school climate.
• Communicate effectively with students parents and staff regarding behavioral expectations and interventions.
• All other duties assigned.

School Climate & Culture

• Promote an inclusive equitable and respectful school environment.
• Support initiatives related to Multi-Systems of Support (MTSS) social-emotional learning (SEL) and student wellness.
• Foster positive relationships with students families and community stakeholders.
• Encourage student leadership opportunities and engagement in extracurricular activities.
• All other duties assigned.

Operations & Administrative Duties

• Assist with scheduling staff supervision and daily school operations.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness safety drills and crisis response plans.
• Support the development and implementation of school improvement plans.
• Participate in staff hiring evaluations and professional development planning.
• All other duties assigned.

Family & Community Engagement

• Maintain open effective communication with parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with community organizations to support student learning and well-being.
• Address concerns from parents and community members in a professional manner.
• All other duties assigned.

Terms:

• Assistant Principal follows the Administrative Personnel Agreement and is evaluated by the building principal.
• Accepting applications until June 8 2025 or until filled