Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal 

This class is accountable for assisting the Principal in the planning, coordination, and implementation of school policies and administrative rules and regulations.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in education or related field or Ed. Specialist Degree
• Three (3) years of professional-level experience working in an educational setting
• Special Education licensure and teaching experience in special education, preferred

Licensure Requirements

• Valid licensure as K-12 Principal, and
• Director of Special Education license OR must commit to enroll in a Special Education Director’s licensure program within one year of appointment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies for a diverse student population
• Knowledge of:
  • theory and research in education
  • application of methods used in improving academic achievement
  • educational assessment practices and techniques
  • effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
  • academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
  • procedures, methods and strategies pertaining to the administration of an elementary/secondary level program operation
  • Minnesota State Academic Standards
  • school safety procedures
  • effective supervision and discipline
  • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
  • instructional technology
  • current educational theories and practices
  • evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions
• Skills in:
  • crisis management, handling emergencies and de-escalation techniques
  • effective problem solving
  • leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to:
  • communicate well both orally and in writing;
  • plan, organize and coordinate the activities of an educational program
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
  • work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • lead and supervise staff and students
  • remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
  • prioritize and manage multi-task complex issues
  • apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model
  • evaluate culturally responsive instruction

Essential Functions

• Providing leadership to staff in determining objectives and identifying long-term and short-range program needs;
• Coordinating and supervising of program activities;
• Overall supervision of the facility;
• Maintaining the safety security and well-being of students and staff;
• Providing feedback, support and assistance to licensed instructional staff regarding Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSP), Three-Year Reevaluations, Child Study documentation, and other related areas;
• Mediating staff-staff, staff-student, and student-student issues as needed;
• Developing and monitoring program goals and objectives for the school;
• Facilitating team meetings and updates staff with pertinent information;
• Assigning students in a way as to encourage their optimal growth and make periodic appraisals their progress;
• Adhering to the enforcement of board policy, school guidelines, administrative directives, the master contract, and district standards;
• Developing and preparing reports and paperwork relating to discipline, suspension, injury, and expulsion;
• Participating in staff selection, evaluation, and professional development; 
• Maintaining order and structure in the absence of the principal;
• Presenting information about the school to parents, students, and others;
• Facilitating professional meetings, professional learning, and other trainings through the principal;
• Advising, counseling, and assisting instructional and support personnel in problem solving activities pertaining to student performance and behavior to determine appropriate solutions;
• Managing special assignments and initiatives as assigned;
• Communicating and coordinating with member district representatives and parents as needed;
• Attending Team and Individual Educational Planning meetings;
• Assisting in the planning, scheduling and supervision of student activities;
• Assisting in the maintaining of effective community relations in an effort with outside organizations to foster mutual respect for and collaboration on joint ventures;
• Assisting with the operational effectiveness of the program including planning, supervising and directing the business operation of the program in accordance with District policy and procedures;
• Assisting in the planning and implementing of program plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students;
• Developing creative ways to deliver a successful curriculum to students;
• Maintaining effective relationships within the District and with member districts;
• Maintaining regular attendance and providing proper notice of leave.