Assistant Principal, Elementary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 88,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Thornton, CO invites applications for a Principal role to lead the elementary school administration, implement district policies, oversee curriculum, and drive school improvement initiatives to raise student outcomes. The position requires a Master’s degree with Colorado Principal License, at least 3 years as a teacher or SSP, and a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Strong communication, leadership and safety planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree plus Colorado Principal License or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 3 years as a teacher or SSP, preferably at secondary level.
• Colorado Principal License required; certifications within one month after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in administering the elementary school.
• Develop and enforce policies related to student discipline and attendance.
• Plan, organize and implement curriculum; supervise personnel.
• Monitor safety and security of the building.
• Assist in school improvement planning and staff development.
• Assist in implementing student data collection and program planning.
• Engage with parents and community to support student learning.
• Participate in professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Decision making

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Colorado Principal License

Master's degree

3+ years teaching/SSP experience

Valid Colorado driver's license

Job description

FULL SALARY RANGE

AP1 (minimum: $88,359- mid-point: $113,280 - maximum: $138,202)

The maximum placement for new hires is based upon experience and typically does not exceed the mid-point of the range

STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK

40

FTE

1.0

MONTHS

10

JOB CODE

3085

POSITION TYPE

New/Replacement

LOCATION

Thornton, CO

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

SUMMARY

Assist the principal in the administration of the elementary school, including but not limited to, developing and enforcing policies related to student discipline and attendance; planning, organizing and implementing curriculum; hiring, supervising, evaluating and assisting with dismissing personnel; monitoring and enforcing building safety and security; assisting in planning and implementing student programs; and assisting in the development and implementation of the school improvement plan.

Job Tasks

• Develop, implement and maintain discipline policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement and monitor attendance policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize and implement curriculum and instruction in accordance with District and state guidelines and procedures.
• Develop and maintain relationships with parents and community to encourage and value their participation in the learning experience of the whole child.
• Assist in the management of human resources, including hiring, supervising, evaluating and assisting with dismissing personnel.
• Monitor safety and security of the building. Respond timely to building security and maintenance needs.
• Assist in program planning and implementation for recipient groups (e.g., gifted and talented, ELL, non-categorical, special education, at-risk, etc.).
• Assist in the development and implementation of the school improvement plan, including staff development.
• Assist in implementing and gathering student data.
• Participate in personal professional growth opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Related Work Experience

• Master's degree plus additional coursework required to obtain a Colorado Principal License.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience employed as a teacher or special services provider (SSP), preferably at the secondary level.
• Valid Colorado driver's license.
• Excellent interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills. Strong decision making, analytical and organizational skills.
• Advanced skill in dealing with students and staff with diverse needs at various levels.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of and ability to develop, monitor and evaluate curriculum, discipline plans and supervision/safety plans (RDPs).

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, Or CERTIFICATIONS

• Colorado Principal License required
• Classified Employee and Certified Employee Evaluation Training Certificates required within one (1) month after hire.

Salary Information

The salary listed is for full time positions (1.0 FTE). This salary will be adjusted, as needed, based upon the FTE. Administrative employees' salary will be commensurate on the employees' education and/or work experience. For additional information, please review our Administrative Compensation Program or review our Administrative Salary Schedule.

Benefits Information

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).

To learn more about our benefits, including paid time off, please see our Benefits Overview.

This Posting Is Not Inclusive Of The Job Description.

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