Hardinsburg Elementary School Assistant Principal

Breckinridge County Schools
Job Description

JOB TITLE: Assistant Principal
SUPERVISOR: School Principal
EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt
WORK YEAR: 205 Day Contract

BASIC FUNCTION: Provide administrative service and technical assistance to staff as well as other stakeholders. Assist schools in strengthening instructional programs through a strategically planned, standards-based approach with a focus on narrowing the gap. This position will provide leadership in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and planning. This position will also assist the Principal in directing and coordinating the educational/instructional services to promote the development of students and staff.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Assists with data organization from all assessments and diagnostic instruments and develops strategies for intervening with students who are experiencing difficulties. Engages staff in intensive data analysis and results planning
• Implements and supports the goals determined by the district/schools’ comprehensive plan
• Works collaboratively with other educators to integrate educational initiatives and resources
• Assists in program implementation and curriculum development
• Assists schools in developing and implementing comprehensive plans designed to meet individual schools’ student achievement needs
• Assists schools in determining effective methods for the integration of curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and the developmental use of authentic assessment
• Models a variety of instructional strategies designed to be rigorous and mirror assessment
• Assists in identifying professional development needs and developing long-range professional development plans
• Coaches and models research based instructional strategies
• Mentors new teachers
• Supervises staff as needed and required
• Evaluates staff as needed and required
• Maintains regular attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Record-keeping techniques
• Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques
• Oral and written communication skills
• Research methods and report writing techniques
• Laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities
• Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Technical aspects of field of specialty

ABILITIES:

• To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Operate a computer terminal and navigate technology
• Prioritize and schedule work
• Learn, apply and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
• Work independently with little direction
• Meet schedules and timelines

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 work is performed while standing or walking. It requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing. The work requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. The work at times requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience with demonstrated evidence of and potential for success in administrative/supervisory responsibilities
• Demonstrates knowledge of current curriculum and instructional trends and techniques

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Kentucky Certification as Principal
• Has met the requirements for criminal records check and child abuse and neglect check as specified by Kentucky State Law

Contracts are with the district of Breckinridge County Public Schools, not with individual locations. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Location, duties, and/or responsibilities may be altered to meet the needs of the district.