What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal- Student Life position at Barrington High School?
Assistant Principal – Student Life
Barrington High School
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Hold or be eligible for a valid principal's certificate issued by the Rhode
Island Department of Education
2. A Master's Degree
3. Five years'; successful classroom teaching experience
4. Demonstrated leadership and initiative in the field of education
5. Any exceptions to the above as may be acceptable to the School
Committee
To support Barrington's commitment to diversity, and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in
education, the successful candidate will be expected to include people of all races, ethnicities, creeds,
socioeconomic classes, gender identities, sexual orientations, and disability statuses in work activities.
Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity and
diversity.
REPORTS TO: Principal
SUPERVISES: All certified and non-certified personnel within the building(s)
JOB GOAL: To lead, support and develop a climate and culture of inclusivity, respect and
learning where all students feel valued, respected and a strong sense of
belonging to the BHS learning community. Lead and exemplify the professional
practices and responsibilities of a Professional Learning Community to foster
collaboration and communication to ensure all students are successful.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Acts under the policies established by the School Committee in all matters pertaining to the
assigned building(s), including any tasks as assigned by the Superintendent or Principal
2. Lead professional learning around proactive social and emotional behavioral strategies to
ensure all students’ success
3. Monitor student attendance, including identifying, supporting and meeting with families and
school staff to support chronically absent students
4. Supervise the creation and implementation of student attendance plans
5. Meet regularly with student groups around social media, positive behavioral responses and
regular attendance
6. Meet regularly with student leadership groups (Student Council, Ambassadors, etc.) to discuss
student behaviors, attendance, social media use, etc.
7. Collaborate with the SRO, as needed, on issues related to supporting student safety.
8. Be prepared to respond to student behavioral issues as they arise and investigate and follow-up
on bullying-related incidents
9. Lead schoolwide initiatives around restorative justice practices to support students and
maintain student accountability
10. Promote student agency and collaboration in school climate initiatives
11. Lead the office staff in planning daily teacher coverage needs
12. Supervise and monitor student congestion areas, including daily bus drop-off and pick-up,
hallways and bathrooms and the student parking lot
13. Supervising daily after-school detention and assigning coverage for any In-school suspension as
needed
14. Provide daily lunch supervision
15. Coordinate, plan and manage AP test ordering and administration and assist with other state
testing administration requirements as needed.
16. Share the caseload of student 504 plans between building administrators to monitor, implement
and communicate student 504 plans
17. Work collaboratively with building administrators to supervise and evaluate certified staff as
needed
18. Works with all building and District staff to develop and maintain a positive school climate
conducive to effective learning and optimum teaching and characterized by a common purpose,
mission, vision, and high expectations and success for all.
19. Supports the full inclusion of all learners in all aspects of the school committee, championing the
belief that all students can achieve at high levels
20. Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals
to foster understanding and solicit support for school objectives and programs; interprets
School Committee policies and administrative directives; resolves student problems; encourages
community participation in the school’s educational program.
21. Assists in the selection of personnel and recommends personnel appointments and assignments
to the Principal.
22. Submits reports as required by the Superintendent, Principal and other local, regional or state
agencies.
23. Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional
meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of
mutual interest with others in the field.
24. Reflect on practice and assume responsibility for their own professional development by actively
seeking and participating in opportunities to learn and grow as professionals and enhance the
instructional core.
25. Works with the Principal to ensure that all aspects of the school’s operation complement,
integrate with and advance the District’s strategic plan.
26. Follow school policy and procedures, respecting the boundaries of professional responsibilities,
when working with students, colleagues, and families.
27. Interact with students, colleagues, parents, and others in a professional manner that is fair and
equitable and guided by codes of professional conduct.
28. Exhibit attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics;
Use effective communication skills with students, colleagues, families and related agencies
(spoken, written and non-verbal); Complete all requested forms, reports, and data collections in
an accurate and timely manner; Perform the functions of the position in accordance with the: RI
Professional Teaching Standards; RI Professional Code of Conduct; and all laws, regulations,
school district policies, directives, the mission of the district, school-based plans, and
administrative priorities / requests; and Perform other duties as may be assigned and/or
necessary to perform the functions of the position.
29. Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrators.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month work year. Salary to be established by the School Committee.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the
School Committee policy on Evaluation of Administrative personnel.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer
screen, and to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Required vision abilities include close vision and
the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands
and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. The employee is also required to move from
location to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and drive a vehicle. Communication
requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large
settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing. The employee may
need to engage in CPI restraint and must be able to receive CPI training.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
“The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or present honorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs and activities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs.”