Middle School Assistant Principal

Position Summary:

The Middle School Assistant Principal serves as a pivotal link between the school Director, Principal, middle school faculty, and students. This role focuses on fostering a strong sense of community within the middle school division while overseeing its day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include overseeing school operations, collaborating with stakeholders, assessing student performance, fostering a professional learning community, conducting personnel administration duties, and supporting the Director and Principal as needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in middle school education is required, with preference given to candidates holding a School Administration Degree or working toward a School Administration Degree
• Three to five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience
• Ability to adhere to New Dimensions Charter School's rules, policies, and procedures, along with state and federal regulations
• Flexibility to accommodate individuals with disabilities
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of educational principles and administrative practices
• Knowledge of curriculum and curriculum trends as well as state, federal, and local requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality for all communications 
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, and excellent organizational, technological, and follow-up skills

Performance Responsibilities:

• Participate in planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating middle school operations
• Collaborates with school administrators in assessing and recommending school programs and policies 
• Ensure implementation of procedures and schedules, including electives and Flex Friday
• Address and resolve day-to-day disciplinary issues within the middle school grades, maintaining fairness and consistency in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Engage in regular communication and collaboration with middle school teachers through weekly meetings to address concerns. Strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to perform under stress and adapt to emergency situations
• Awareness of cultural differences and sensitivity to diversity
• Knowledge of confidentiality requirements in local, state, and federal laws

Knowledge and Skills:

• Clear and concise communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Leadership abilities to supervise program development and establishment
• Proficiency in current software systems

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and 15 pounds frequently
• Regular sitting, standing, walking, and other physical activities
• Hearing and speech abilities for communication
• Visual acuity for computer work and office tasks
• Mobility to work in various environments, including classrooms and outdoor conditions
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels and varying temperatures

Months of Employment:

• Ten-month position with potential for additional months as assigned
• Compensation provided for additional months as necessary

Evaluation:

• Performance evaluation conducted in accordance with the Board's policy on staff evaluation.ns, share updates, and strategize educational initiatives.
• Build a rapport with parents and students to responsibly empower them in their educational journeys and create a layer of self-accountability
• Foster an effective professional learning community aligned with the school improvement plan
• Supervise personnel administration duties for staff, including, evaluations
• Perform additional duties as requested by the Director or Principal