Assistant Principal

Marshall County School District Assistant Principal Job Description

JOB GOALS: To support the delivery of the Marshall County School District's written, taught, tested, and reported curriculum and contribute to maximizing student achievement. To ensure the reflection and communication of a positive image and attitude toward decisions and functions of the district as they relate to the public, staff, parents and students. To assist the building principal to carry out the functions as outlined in the job description QUALIFICATIONS: Holds current MS Educator License with Administrator endorsement. Demonstrates proficiency in oral and written communication. Has a minimum of 3 -5 years' experience teaching successfully Displays ability to establish and maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the public. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. REPORTS TO: Building Principal

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists in the recruitment of faculty and staff
2. Assists in the evaluation of instructional and non-instructional staff members
3. Assists in the assessment and analysis of program performance and the development of appropriate adjustments to achieve improvement
4. Assists by assigning teachers within area of their maximum capabilities and in order to achieve best possible educational environments for children
5. Develops and monitors an annual master plan of duty assignments
6. Assists in conducting effective and relevant teachers' meetings
7. Supervises and evaluates phases of the educational program in the building as assigned
8. Assists in analysis of the effectiveness of curriculum and, where indicated, recommends changes and in-service activities
9. Maintains close liaison with other secondary schools as assigned
10. Sends reports reflecting curriculum plans and progress as required
11. Attends and participates in building curriculum meetings; attends regional and district meetings as required
12. Attends and participates in local, state, and national meetings as budget allows
13. Cooperates as a consultant and advisor to the central administrative staff
14. Assists in requisitioning the appropriate materials to implement the programs of the school
15. Maintains an inventory of books, supplies, and instructional equipment
16. Helps to compile attendance reports and records as necessary
17. Works closely with central office personnel and custodial staff to coordinate the most effective utilization of the building by outside groups
18. Anticipates special needs involving custodial and maintenance staff when they occur
19. Stays up-to-date on safety and health factors as they relate to the building and advises the principal in this regard
20. Exercises responsibility for the health and safety of all members of the student body
21. Helps to provide leadership for the student body which includes supervision and encouragement for the establishment of an exemplary level of behavior with which all members of the student body can identify
22. Works closely with student representatives in order to facilitate the maximum adjustment of all student members of the school
23. Assists in organizing and administering the full range of extra-curricular activities within the school
24. Assumes responsibility for all disciplinary action which could affect the welfare of all students as assigned
25. Maintains close contact with parents in order to better understand and communicate with students
26. Maintains close association and liaison with the community
27. Contributes to the overall public relations program of the school district
28. Disseminates school information to the community
29. Encourages utilization of community resources and personnel by teachers as part of their educational program
30. Provides leadership and direction for parent activities

OTHER DUTIES: Performs all other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The position works 220 days with the salary established by the Board of Education.

Marshall County School District does not discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to hiring, compensation, terms or conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, gender, height, weight, age, marital status, political beliefs, disability, or handicap which does not impair an individual's ability to perform adequately in that individual's particular position or activities.