Assistant Principal – Elementary School

Reports To: Principal

Position Summary

The Assistant Principal assists the Principal in providing instructional leadership, fostering a positive school culture, promoting student achievement, supervising staff, and ensuring the safe and effective operation of the school. The Assistant Principal serves as a member of the building leadership team and assumes responsibility for school operations in the Principal's absence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership

Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs.
Support curriculum implementation and assessment practices.
Observe classrooms and provide feedback to teachers.
Participate in teacher evaluations in accordance with district procedures.
Analyze student performance data and assist in developing improvement plans.
Support intervention programs and special education services.

Student Services and School Climate

Administer student discipline and restorative practices.
Monitor student attendance and develop attendance improvement strategies.
Coordinate student support services with counselors, psychologists, and social workers.
Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive school environment.
Supervise student activities, assemblies, and special events.

Staff Supervision

Assist with the supervision, mentoring, and evaluation of instructional and support staff.
Facilitate professional development activities.
Support employee accountability and compliance with district policies and collective bargaining agreements.
Foster collaboration among faculty and staff.

School Operations

Assist in the daily administration of school operations.
Coordinate transportation, arrival and dismissal procedures, cafeteria supervision, and emergency preparedness activities.
Participate in budget planning and resource management.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district regulations.
Assist with building safety, security, and crisis response procedures.

Family and Community Engagement

Maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians.
Participate in parent conferences and community meetings.
Communicate school programs, expectations, and initiatives to stakeholders.
Promote partnerships with community organizations and agencies.

Other Responsibilities

Serve as acting Principal in the absence of the Principal.
Attend district meetings and professional development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Principal.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Educational Administration or related field.
New York State School Building Leader (SBL) certification (or applicable state administrative certification).
Successful teaching experience, preferably at the elementary level.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Experience with curriculum, instruction, student discipline, and staff supervision preferred.

Job Category

Administrator

Job Location

Union East

Job Posting

Job Opening Information Assistant Principal - Elementary