Assistant Superintendent, Middle School (2026-2027)

Position Title:         Assistant Superintendent (Elementary, Middle or High)

Department:          Instructional Services Division

Reports To:            Superintendent

FLSA Status:          Exempt

SUMMARY: 

Administers and supervises the total educational program within his/her assigned schools.  Conducts the development and supervision of instructional programs, school operations and school-based support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provides direct supervision and oversight of principals in assigned schools.
• Implements the policies of the Board of Education and appropriate administrative regulations at the assigned schools.
• Serves as the School District’s official representative and liaison person in matters related to the designated Area Advisory Council. Meets regularly with the designated Area Advisory Council and works cooperatively with the Council in appropriate matters.
• By level, leads and supervises the instructional and curriculum programs utilizing District-wide services, as determined through cooperative planning, as appropriate.
• Participates in the decision-making process at the District level and is involved in District-wide planning relative to facilities, budget, instructional programs and personnel as a member of the Instructional Services Leadership Team.
• Supports principals in the assigned schools, with the implementation of the decisions and plans which result from District-level deliberations.
• Develops and conducts professional learning for effective school leadership.
• Oversees and assists with the development of strategic plans for assigned schools.
• Participates in policy study, policy development and revision, and involves staff in the same.
• Interprets the District’s educational policies and programs to the faculties, students and to the general public, and conveys to the Superintendent concerns of these groups.
• Participates in the District’s public relations program to keep the public informed of the activities, needs, and successes of assigned schools and responds to parent and community concerns.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

Master’s degree in school administration or appropriate administrative certification.  Successful progressive experience in school administration or supervision and classroom teaching experience. 

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

Valid South Carolina Teaching License in one of the following areas:

Elementary Principal (Tier I, Tier II)

Secondary Principal (Tier 2)

Secondary Supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Principals and all other employees of the School District in assigned schools and departmental personnel.  Carries supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from community, regulatory agencies, or members of staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and in the display and interpretation of assessment data. Ability to apply basic concepts of statistical analysis, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to interpret and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.  Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to quickly assess employee, departmental and administrative needs and provide timely feedback.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and community.  Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.  Ability to organize and implement a flexible work schedule in order to meet reporting deadlines.  Ability to self-monitor and manage multiple tasks while working individually and with members of a group.  Ability to submit all requested reports and documentation in a timely manner and in accordance to scheduled deadlines. The position requires meeting deadlines, and interacting with teachers, administrators, parents, and community members. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as boxes of materials.  The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision.  Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

12 months

Level 135 Pay Scale

The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during an entire school calendar year.  Conditions of employment are adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year.

EVALUATION: 

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually according to Board Policy.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

The information contained in this job-description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

updated 2025