Assistant Principal - Stafford Middle School

Job Information

Job Summary and Purpose

• This position assists in the development and implantation of the total school program. This position may serve as primary administrator in the absence or disability of the principal by assuming responsibility for instructional and effective school management.

Work Objectives/Essential Functions

• Maintain daily school functions  
  • Assists in the supervision of the daily use of the school facilities for both academic and non-academic purposes. 
  • Assists in establishing a plan for the improvement of instruction, school philosophy, and school policies within District guidelines. 
  • Assists in maintaining discipline throughout the student body and effectively implements the School Board’s Student Code of Conduct. 
  • Responsible for tracking referrals, follow-ups, evaluations, determinations, IEP meetings and reevaluations. 
  • Assists in planning and supervision of emergency preparedness program, including fire drills, according to state law and division regulations. 
  • Updates the Crisis Plan and keeps open communication with staff as well as the Office of Safety and Security. 
  • Assists with supervision and evaluation of all licensed and service personnel. 
  • Meets and confers with staff, committees, grade level chairpersons, individual students, parents, and central office personnel. 
  • Assists in providing for the safe arrival and departure of students. 
  • Assists in the coordination of curriculum related activities and programs. 
  • Assist in the maintenance of a healthy school environment. 
  • Assists the principal in the selection, assignment, and orientation of staff.
  • Schedules and conduct interviews to ensure the school is fully staffed.  
  • Coordinates the assignments of and assists with the supervision of student teachers, aides, and volunteers. 
  • Assists the Principal with the budget and procurement process. 
  • Assists in the supervision of co-curricular and athletic activities. 
  • Approve the master teaching schedule, coordinate the scheduling process and make necessary assignments. 
  • Reviews and adds written job descriptions for all school staff as needed. 
  • Provides assistance in the development, revision, and evaluation of the
  • Provides assistance as warranted in emergency situations.
• Serve as representative for school and division committees
  • Serves as designee for all IEP, 504 and Student Education Committee (SEC) meetings
  • Attend grade level meetings to support Professional Learning Communities.
  • Serves as chairperson of the Child Study and Multidisciplinary team, assisting teachers with making referrals and implementing interventions while ensuring that all special education staff and special education committees follow federal, state, and local special education procedures.
  • Attends school-sponsored activities.
  • Coordinates with Mental Health, Health, Teachers, and Parents along with other support staff concerning health, dental, nutritional, mental health, disability and safety needs of children and all other facets of operation that should be handled jointly.
• Provide monthly reports
  • Prepares and submits accurate monthly reports to the Policy Council and Supervisor of Head Start; and continues ongoing monitoring throughout the year, to ensure all student data is up to date.
  • Writes grants and grant reports and assists in fiscal monitoring. Assists with the completion of inventories of all property under his/her jurisdiction and for the security, accountability, and distribution of that property, e.g., textbooks, computer technology, lockers, etc.

Education and Experience

Required Licensures and Certifications

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Public school administration expectations and support activities.
• Virginia instructional standards for grades 9-12, and best practices for ensuring student success in multiple learning environments.
• State and federal laws, regulations, and rules related to public school administration, including budget management and data confidentiality. 

Abilities:

• Manage time and tasks effectively.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents, and the broader community through written and oral communication.
• Deescalate conflicts among students and staff to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
• Lead a diverse team to meet goals.
• Organize and perform work independently.
•  Accept and address feedback in an appropriate manner.
• Adapt to change and maintain flexibility.
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.

Core Expectations of All Stafford Schools Employees

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance and dress appropriate to position and duties.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with supervisor(s) and colleagues.
• Comply with all division policies and regulations, including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality and professional conduct, as well as all site-based procedures and protocols.

Weight Demands

Physical Demands

Classification Details (Completed by Human Resources)

This description is intended to describe the general nature, essential functions, and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and tasks, the inclusion of which are considered for job classification purposes.

Salary : $113,612 - $174,082