Assistant Principal Middle School Teacher

Weakley County School District

Job Location:

Martin, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: USD 10 - 10

Posted on: 02-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Martin Middle School is seeking qualified applicants for the role of halftime Assistant Principal halftime teacher. Qualified applicants will hold a Tennessee endorsement qualifying them to teachmiddle school (all subjects considered)and either hold or be working toward a Tennessee Administrators License. This is a 10-month teacher schedule position with an additional stipend for halftime assistant principal duties.

Internal candidates need only send an email stating interest in the position to Principal John Lifsey and Assistant Director Betsi Foster.

Job Title	Assistant Principal
Reports to	School Principal Assistant Director of Schools	Status	10-month (elementary and middle) 11-month (high school)

Purpose of Job	Assist and act in place of the school principal to plan direct or coordinate the academic administrative and auxiliary activities of the elementary/middle/high school. To manage through the use of leadership supervisory and administrative skills so as to promote the educational development of each student and the professional development of the total staff.

Qualifications	Masters degree. Administrative or supervisory experience and certification in accordance with state law and State Board rules and regulations. Current valid educator license with appropriate endorsement. Experience in the area/grade level assigned preferred Full-time administrators shall not serve as head coaches for major high school sports
Essential Functions or Duties	Serves as Principal in the absence of the regular Principal. Assists the Principal in the implementation supervision and assessment of the total school instructional program. Assists the Principal in the selection assignment orientation and evaluation of staff. Assists the Principal in the supervision of student conduct and extra-curricular activities. Assists the Principal with teacher evaluations and classified evaluations. Assists the Principal in the coordination of programs and services supplementary to the instructional program. Supervises Teachers and departments as assigned by the Principal. Works closely with the school counseling department and school social workers in assisting with student problems. Supervises the reporting and monitoring of student attendance and works with the Administrative Assistant for investigative follow-up actions. Supervises the schools safety security and environmental control programs. Assumes responsibility for building care and maintenance. Works with Bus Drivers on bus problems relating to student behavior. Assigns bus duty to Teachers on a scheduled basis for supervision of students before and after school. Supervises and/or coordinates field trips and athletic activities. Confers with parents and staff to discuss educational activities policies and student behavioral or learning problems. Observes teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques and to determine areas where improvement is needed. Collaborates with Teachers to develop and maintain curriculum standards develop mission statements and set performance goals and objectives. Assists to recruit hire train and evaluate noncertified staff. Evaluates curricula teaching methods and programs to determine their effectiveness efficiency and utilization and to ensure that school activities comply with federal state and local regulations. Set educational standards and goals and help establish policies and procedures to carry them out. Plan and lead professional development activities for Teachers administrators and support staff. Review and approve new programs or recommend modifications to existing programs submitting program proposals for school board approval as necessary. Participate in special education-related activities such as attending meetings and providing support to special educators throughout the school. Collect and analyze survey data regulatory information and academic data on trends to forecast patterns and needs. Performs other duties assigned by the Principal or as needed at the school Perform all duties with integrity professionalism and in compliance with all school district state and federal laws/policies. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Physical Demands	This job may require lifting objects that exceed 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling Stooping and/or kneeling Reaching Talking Hearing Seeing
Capacity and Ability Requirements	Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty. Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments. Verbal: Ability to understand the meanings of words and the ideas associated with them. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity: Ability to move the hands and fingers easily.
General Requirements	The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Weakley County Schools is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applying online indicates the receipt and review of this job description by the (potential) employee.

Job Title	Classroom Teacher
Reports to	School Principal	Status	Full Time 10 months (200 days)

Purpose of Job	Weakley County Schools understands that the classroom teacher is the key factor in student success. The classroom teacher should plan organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to fulfill their academic potential.

Qualifications	Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution Valid professional Tennessee teachers license with appropriate certification Experience in the area assigned preferred Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
Essential Functions or Duties	Plan prepare and deliver lessons that align to state standards and facilitate active learning within the district curriculum Develop a scheme of work assessments and grading in accordance with established procedures Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare the classroom for class activities Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students varying needs Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment Use relevant technology to support instruction Observe and evaluate students performance and development Assign and grade class work homework tests and assignments Provide appropriate feedback on work Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students Maintain accurate and complete records of students progress and development Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law district policies and school regulations Prepare required reports on students and activities Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the disciplinary systems of the school Participate in school and system-sponsored activities Communicate effectively with students parents school administrators and other staff including discussing topics that may be sensitive with confidentiality Participate in department and school meetings parent meetings Keep updated with developments in the subject area teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities Adhere to the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics Perform all duties with integrity professionalism and in compliance with all school district state and federal laws/policies. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Physical Demands	This job may require lifting objects that exceed 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling Stooping and/or kneeling Reaching Talking Hearing Seeing
Capacity and Ability Requirements	Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty. Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments. Verbal: Ability to understand the meanings of words and the ideas associated with them. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity: Ability to move the hands and fingers easily.
General Requirements	The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Weakley County Schools is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applying online indicates the receipt and review of this job description by the (potential) employee.

Required Experience:

Staff IC

Internal candidates need only send an email stating interest in the position to Principal John Lifsey and Assistant Director Betsi Foster.

Job Title	Assistant Principal
Reports to	School Principal Assistant Director of Schools	Status	10-month (elementary and middle) 11-month (high school)

Purpose of Job	Assist and act in place of the school principal to plan direct or coordinate the academic administrative and auxiliary activities of the elementary/middle/high school. To manage through the use of leadership supervisory and administrative skills so as to promote the educational development of each student and the professional development of the total staff.

Qualifications	Masters degree. Administrative or supervisory experience and certification in accordance with state law and State Board rules and regulations. Current valid educator license with appropriate endorsement. Experience in the area/grade level assigned preferred Full-time administrators shall not serve as head coaches for major high school sports
Essential Functions or Duties	Serves as Principal in the absence of the regular Principal. Assists the Principal in the implementation supervision and assessment of the total school instructional program. Assists the Principal in the selection assignment orientation and evaluation of staff. Assists the Principal in the supervision of student conduct and extra-curricular activities. Assists the Principal with teacher evaluations and classified evaluations. Assists the Principal in the coordination of programs and services supplementary to the instructional program. Supervises Teachers and departments as assigned by the Principal. Works closely with the school counseling department and school social workers in assisting with student problems. Supervises the reporting and monitoring of student attendance and works with the Administrative Assistant for investigative follow-up actions. Supervises the schools safety security and environmental control programs. Assumes responsibility for building care and maintenance. Works with Bus Drivers on bus problems relating to student behavior. Assigns bus duty to Teachers on a scheduled basis for supervision of students before and after school. Supervises and/or coordinates field trips and athletic activities. Confers with parents and staff to discuss educational activities policies and student behavioral or learning problems. Observes teaching methods and examine learning materials to evaluate and standardize curricula and teaching techniques and to determine areas where improvement is needed. Collaborates with Teachers to develop and maintain curriculum standards develop mission statements and set performance goals and objectives. Assists to recruit hire train and evaluate noncertified staff. Evaluates curricula teaching methods and programs to determine their effectiveness efficiency and utilization and to ensure that school activities comply with federal state and local regulations. Set educational standards and goals and help establish policies and procedures to carry them out. Plan and lead professional development activities for Teachers administrators and support staff. Review and approve new programs or recommend modifications to existing programs submitting program proposals for school board approval as necessary. Participate in special education-related activities such as attending meetings and providing support to special educators throughout the school. Collect and analyze survey data regulatory information and academic data on trends to forecast patterns and needs. Performs other duties assigned by the Principal or as needed at the school Perform all duties with integrity professionalism and in compliance with all school district state and federal laws/policies. Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Physical Demands	This job may require lifting objects that exceed 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling Stooping and/or kneeling Reaching Talking Hearing Seeing
Capacity and Ability Requirements	Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty. Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments. Verbal: Ability to understand the meanings of words and the ideas associated with them. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity: Ability to move the hands and fingers easily.
General Requirements	The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Weakley County Schools is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applying online indicates the receipt and review of this job description by the (potential) employee.

Job Title	Classroom Teacher
Reports to	School Principal	Status	Full Time 10 months (200 days)

Purpose of Job	Weakley County Schools understands that the classroom teacher is the key factor in student success. The classroom teacher should plan organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to fulfill their academic potential.

Qualifications	Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution Valid professional Tennessee teachers license with appropriate certification Experience in the area assigned preferred Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the respective grade level Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
Essential Functions or Duties	Plan prepare and deliver lessons that align to state standards and facilitate active learning within the district curriculum Develop a scheme of work assessments and grading in accordance with established procedures Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities Prepare the classroom for class activities Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students varying needs Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment Use relevant technology to support instruction Observe and evaluate students performance and development Assign and grade class work homework tests and assignments Provide appropriate feedback on work Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students Maintain accurate and complete records of students progress and development Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law district policies and school regulations Prepare required reports on students and activities Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures in accordance with the disciplinary systems of the school Participate in school and system-sponsored activities Communicate effectively with students parents school administrators and other staff including discussing topics that may be sensitive with confidentiality Participate in department and school meetings parent meetings Keep updated with developments in the subject area teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities Adhere to the Tennessee Teacher Code of Ethics Perform all duties with integrity professionalism and in compliance with all school district state and federal laws/policies. Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
Physical Demands	This job may require lifting objects that exceed 20 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Other physical demands that may be required are as follows: Pushing and/or pulling Stooping and/or kneeling Reaching Talking Hearing Seeing
Capacity and Ability Requirements	Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual to learn or adequately perform a task or job duty. Intelligence: The ability to understand instructions and underlying principles. Ability to reason and make judgments. Verbal: Ability to understand the meanings of words and the ideas associated with them. Numerical: Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity: Ability to move the hands and fingers easily.
General Requirements	The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.
Weakley County Schools is an Equal Opportunity compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Applying online indicates the receipt and review of this job description by the (potential) employee.