High School Assistant Principal 

Location: Site Level School

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: Per WBR Salary Schedule

Terms of Employment: 10 Months

GENERAL OVERVIEW

 The School Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the principal in the effective management of programs, personnel, materials, and facilities for the purpose of developing an optimum learning climate for the unique needs of a particular school site. He/she shall assist in directing the operation of the school in accordance with policies established by the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education of the State of Louisiana, the State Department of Education, and the Board of Education of West Baton Rouge Parish. He/she has the primary responsibility to assist the principal in providing an educational program which is responsive to student needs; while at the same time, addresses the goals and objective of the district and the school. The assistant principal shall assist the principal in planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating functions of the overall management and leadership of the school. He/she shall be responsible for assisting in the school’s operation within the financial limitations of the district and site.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

VISION:

• Works collaboratively with the school community to develop and maintain a shared school vision
• Brings the school vision to life by using it to guide decision-making bout students and the instruction program
• Maintains faculty focus on developing learning experiences that will enable students to prosper in subsequent grades and as adults
• Maintains open communication with the school community, and effectively conveys high expectations for student learning to the community
• Assists in providing opportunities and support for collaboration, the exchange of ideas, experimentation with innovative teaching strategies, and ongoing school improvement
• Assists in monitoring, assessing, and revising the school vision and goals as needed
• Fosters the integration of students into mainstream society while valuing diversity

TEACHING AND LEARNING:

• Recognizes, models, and promotes effective teaching strategies that enable students to apply what they learn to real world experiences
• Encourages and supports the use of both innovative, research-based teaching strategies to engage students actively in solving complex problems and methods of student assessment which will enhance learning for all students
• Conducts frequent classroom visits and periodic observations, provides constructive feedback to faculty and staff, and suggests models of effective teaching techniques when needed
• Fosters a caring, growth-oriented environment for faculty and students, one in which high expectations and high standards for student achievement are emphasized
• Promotes collaboration and team building among faculty

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT:

• Assists in maintaining a safe, secure, clean, and aesthetically pleasing physical school plant
• Assist the principal in establishing and/or implementing laws, policies, regulations, and procedures that promote effective school operations
• Solicits and give specific and constructive feedback
• Assists in maintaining a positive school environment where proper student discipline is the norm
• Manages fiscal resources responsibly, efficiently, and effectively and monitors whether others do so as well
• Assists in managing human resources responsibly by assisting with selecting and inducting new personnel appropriately, assigning and evaluating all staff effectively, and taking other appropriate steps to build an effective school staff
• Monitors support services such as transportation, food, health, and extended care responsibly
• Provides and coordinates appropriate co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
• Uses shared decision making effectively in the management of the school
• Manages time and delegates appropriate administrative tasks to maximize attainment of school goals
• Uses available technology to manage school operations
• Monitors and evaluates school operations and uses feedback appropriately to enhance effectiveness

SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT:

• Assists in provides ongoing opportunities for staff to reflect on their roles and practices in light of student standards and school goals
• Grows professionally by engaging in professional development activities and making such activities available to others
• Facilitates school-based research and uses these and other research findings to plan school improvement initiatives, pace the implementation of these changes, and evaluate their impact on teaching and learning
• Fosters the genuine continuous involvement and commitment of the school community in promoting he progress of all students toward attaining high standards
• Enhances school effectiveness by appropriately integrating the processes of teacher selection/evaluation and professional development with school improvement

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

• Communicates a focused vision for both school and individual professional growth
• Uses research and data from multiple sources to design and implement professional dev development activities
• Secures the necessary resources for meaningful professional growth, including the time for planning and the use of emerging technologies
• Provides opportunities for individual and collaborative professional development
• Provides incentives for learning and growth and encourages participation in professional development activities at the national, state, and parish levels
• Assesses the overall impact of professional development activities on the improvement of teaching and student learning

SCHOOL COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

• Is visible and involved in the community and treats members of the school community equitably
• Involves the school in the community while keeping the school community informed
• Uses school-community resources to enhance the quality of school programs, including those resources available through available through business and industry
• Recognizes and celebrates school successes publicly
• Communicates effectively, both interpersonally and through the media

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS:

• Models ethical behavior at both the school and community levels
• Communicates to others expectations of ethical behavior
• Respects the rights and dignity of others
• Provides accurate information without distortion and without violating the rights of others
• Develops a caring school environment in collaboration with faculty and staff
• Applies laws, policies, regulations, and procedures fairly, consistently, wisely, and compassionately
• Minimizes bias in self and others and accepts responsibility for his/her own decisions and actions
• Addresses unethical behavior in self and others

GENERAL OPERATIONS:

• Assists in supervising all personnel assigned to the school
• Maintains a visible and accessible presence in the school
• Assists in protecting instructional time when scheduling events and communication efforts
• Ensures that school facilities are conducive to a positive school environment
• Assists the principal with the responsibility for all physical properties assigned to the school
• Assists with planning, preparing, and distributing student and faculty handbooks
• Cooperates with community agencies whose purpose relates to the heath, safety, and welfare of students
• Assists with graduation and/or closing of school activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate certification as School Principal/Educational Leader by the state of Louisiana as outlined in Bulletin 746 and local school system requirements as they exist at the time of appointment. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with other professionals, children and parents.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Work Environment: The School Assistant Principal will work in an environment adhering to the School Board energy policy. The workday consists of regular school hours. Then length of the workday varies as the result of evening activities or emergencies. In addition, job responsibilities may require work on weekends or holidays and attendance at meetings other than the location of the school site.

Communication Skills: The School Assistant Principal must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing. Must have ability to accurately give and receive information via telecommunication system and must be able to communicate successfully with students, teachers, parents, school personnel, and the community in both individual and group situation. He/she must be able to access data, to summarize information accurately, and to provide written reports to his/her supervisor.

Equipment Used: The School Assistant Principal should be able to use a telephone, audio-visual equipment, computer, copy machine, laminator, calculator, intercom, public address system, security alarm system, and other appropriate office machines.

Physical and Mental Involvement: The School Assistant Principal should be able to perform these physical activities: standing, walking, reaching bending, and lifting 50 pounds (sometimes required). The School Assistant Principal must be able to plan and implement appropriate educational programs. Must possess sufficient interpersonal skills to function compatibly with others. Must be able to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions. Must keep accurate, up-to-date records. Must be able to comply with federal, state and parish regulations.

Human Relations: The School Principal must be able to work cooperatively with district personnel and the community. Must be able to work in group settings and serve as a resource to administrators, faculty, staff, students, parents, and community. Must be able to respond appropriately to supervision and accept commendations and recommendations. Must demonstrate sensitivity/understanding in interpersonal relations with persons of diverse cultures/backgrounds.