Location:
Colleton County High School
JOB DESCRIPTION – HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
JOB PURPOSE
Under occasional supervision, assists the principal, teachers and other instructional staff in coordinating and improving the instructional program of assigned grade level(s) to the benefit of every student; assists the principal with daily school administrative functions, including but not limited to the enforcement of student discipline policies and procedures; supervises and coordinates the work of assigned personnel, ensuring subordinates' adherence to school and District policies, regulations and goals. Reports to the principal.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Assists the school principal by providing leadership in the coordination, implementation and improvement of the school’s instructional program, and assisting with other administrative functions as assigned.
Supervises subordinate staff; supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; assisting with the selection of new employees; acting on employee problems; and recommending the discipline and discharge of employees as appropriate.
Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness, accuracy and adherence to District policies; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
Assists in the preparation of the school’s annual operating budget.
Serves as a resource person to the Principal, teachers, parents and others by assisting in the selection and evaluation of instructional methods and materials, suggesting methods appropriate to individual needs, responding to questions about school programs and instructional policy matters.
Assists the Principal in assessing the instructional program.
Assists in the supervision of teachers, staff and students; assists in developing, implementing and evaluating staff development opportunities at the school level; performs teacher observations periodically; coordinates the placement of student teachers, practicum teachers and teacher cadets.
Assists the principal in establishing an appropriate atmosphere for maximal student learning.
Assists teachers and Principal in coordinating school testing programs, analyzing and interpreting test data and monitoring student growth and progress.
Works with teachers in assessing instructional problem areas and finding appropriate solutions; encourages teachers to use new methods and materials where appropriate for the improvement of instruction; helps plan and implement new instructional programs or procedures.
Assists in and coordinates the scheduling and assigning of teachers and students for each school term.
Supervises detention, bus loading / unloading, early morning activities, cafeteria duties and/or other operational functions as assigned.
Serves on the school’s discipline committee; maintains high standards of student conduct and enforces discipline as necessary, complying with due process and rights of students; monitors attendance; attends suspension/expulsion hearings; provides family court referrals and intervention recommendations.
Coordinates, facilitates and/or provides leadership of school programs, which may include but are not limited to homebound instruction coordination, mentoring program, tutoring programs, volunteer programs, child study and intervention teams, School Improvement Council activities, PTO activities, Student Assistance Team, after-school programs, school store, Student Council, etc.
Assists in identifying special needs students; assists in planning instructional programs for special needs students; attends IEP meetings; may provide leadership and management of all school-level special education programming; maintains related records.
Coordinates and/or assists with the development and implementation of school activities, programs, assemblies, fund raisers and other functions; attends and assists in supervising students during school-sponsored events, including night activities.
Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from teachers, other staff, students and parents; maintains effective relationships with students and parents; works to resolve administrative, instructional and behavioral problems.
Enforces policies and procedures designed to protect the safety and welfare of students and staff while on campus; conducts safety drills.
Keeps the Principal informed of events and activities of an unusual nature as well as routine matters related to the Principal’s accountability.
Participates in efforts to build or enhance community support of school programs and projects; attends and participates in community meetings as appropriate.
Attends staff and other District meetings as necessary.
Keeps abreast of developments and innovations in the profession and ensures that staff members remain current as well.
Compiles data for and prepares various records and reports as are required by law, Board policies and administrative directives, which may include budget documents, purchase orders, performance evaluations, statistical reports, grant reports, test score analyses, incident reports, program status reports, and other records, reports, memos, correspondence, etc.
Operates a vehicle and a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, fax machine, copier, calculator, telephone, public address system, audio-visual equipment, security equipment, two-way radio, etc.; uses clerical, copier, computer supplies.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the Principal, Superintendent, professional peers, instructional staff, subordinates, other District administrators and staff, Board members, various committees, various government and community agencies, students, parents, volunteers, vendors / sales representatives, and the general public.
Attends training, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Master’s degree in education supplemented by three for four years of teaching experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Teacher certificate from the S.C. State Board of Education, and must possess or be in the process of obtaining Administration certification. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.