27-28 Asst Principal - High School

Columbus City Schools - Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus City Schools is seeking a High School Principal to lead instructional alignment and oversee district-wide curriculum execution under the supervision of the district leadership. This role drives student achievement, mentors staff, and ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines while fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment.

The principal will develop master schedules, coordinate testing, monitor progress toward goals, and maintain strong school-community partnerships to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, administration or a related field.
• State of Ohio Principal license required (Grades 5-12).
• Five (5) years of licensed teaching experience with Columbus City Schools or a comparable district, and one (1) year of school-based administrator experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day activities of building staff including hiring, training, counseling and evaluating staff performance.
• Assists the Principal in overseeing delivery of academic instruction aligned with district goals.
• Develops the master schedule and class scheduling of students.
• Coordinates interim and quarterly report cards and building testing.
• Maintains safe school environments and coordinates crisis/emergency plans.

Skills

Curriculum development

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, administration or a related field

Tools

Student information systems

Learning platforms

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY : Under principal supervision, serving in an assigned high school, this position is responsible for providing assistance with strategic direction and in overseeing the execution of all plans and activities of the district’s curriculum, ensuring student learning experiences are consistent with the mission and instructional goals of the district.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of building staff. Duties include hiring, training, counseling, and evaluating staff performance.
• Assists the Principal in overseeing the delivery of academic instruction, ensuring learning experiences consistent with the mission statement and instructional goals of the building and district.
• Provides assistance and guidance to staff who are engaged in student instruction.
• Promotes improvement of curriculum and instruction within the building.
• Monitors student achievement and progress toward instructional goals and objectives of the building and district; initiates corrective action as necessary.
• Administers the student behavior and discipline program; counsels and provides guidance to students regarding a variety of personal, academic, and behavioral issues.
• Investigates and addresses student-related issues and concerns; develops a plan of action to address problem(s).
• Works cooperatively with guidance counselors, social workers, and other support team members to implement various initiatives to increase the high school graduation rate, decrease the student dropout rate, and ensure students can achieve their appropriate grade level.
• Develops the master schedule and class scheduling of students.
• Coordinates the completion and distribution of interim and quarterly student report cards.
• Serves as the building test coordinator responsible for coordinating and supervising state and district mandated testing at the building level.
• Plans, coordinates, and executes assigned grade level activities including student recognition, Homecoming, Prom, Graduation, and the like.
• Assumes responsibility for execution of the building's emergency and crisis plans including fire/emergency drills.
• Monitors school building areas to ensure safe conditions and compliance with Federal, state, and local health and safety standards.
• Manages the transportation of students to/from school.
• Creates and promotes a positive and cooperative atmosphere that encourages and motivates students and staff; ensures rules are fairly and consistently administered.
• Supports implementation of the building's after school activities and events by attending activities/events and ensuring acceptable student behavior at all school sanctioned/sponsored activities/events.
• Prepares or oversees completion of required documentation and reports.
• Promotes positive school-community relations by clearly communicating school messages to parents and members of the community, responding to parental and community inquiries in a timely and courteous manner, and maintaining visibility with students, parents, and the community.
• Performs the duties of Principal in that individual's absence.
• Maintains current knowledge of best practices, trends and new developments in high school curriculum, instruction and building administration. Recommends changes to operations and instructional strategies as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION LEVEL: Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, administration or a related field required at time of appointment.
• EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of successful, licensed teaching experience with Columbus City Schools or a comparable school district, and one (1) year of school-based administrator experience (Current CCS employees without administrative experience will be considered if the valid principal licensure requirement is met).
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: State of Ohio Principal license (Grades 5-12)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

Considerable knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and district policies related to assigned functions; considerable knowledge of curriculum development and implementation; considerable knowledge of student information systems and learning platforms; considerable knowledge of laws related to student rights, teacher contracts, discipline, and special education.

Skills:

Computer proficiency; interpersonal communication; conflict management and resolution.

Abilities:

Ability to make informed and timely decisions to address a variety of issues and concerns; ability to communicate effectively and work productively with all levels of district staff, students, parents, and the general public; ability to develop and foster positive working relationships; ability to handle difficult situations in a tactful, courteous, and respectful manner; ability to balance multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively; ability to create and maintain various departmental records, documents, and reports; ability to maintain attention to detail; ability to provide guidance, train and review the work of assigned staff.

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability.