Assistant Principal - Elementary

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 72,117 - 88,144; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

$5,000 Hiring Bonus

Job summary

Mt. Pleasant Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal to assist the Principal in developing an effective educational program at Doyle Ryder Elementary and Durant‑Tuuri‑Mott Elementary. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in educational leadership and must hold a Michigan School Administrator Certification.

The role involves interacting with students, parents, and staff while maintaining documentation and preparing reports. Experience in teaching and administration is preferred, along with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or advanced degree in educational leadership required.
• Michigan State Board certification credits must be possessed.
• Three years of successful teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining an effective educational program.
• Meet and confer with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field

Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate

State of Michigan School Administrator Certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Assistant Principal will assist the Principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with State and Federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the School Board; meeting and conferring with students, parents, faculty and staff; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.

Available Location

Doyle Ryder Elementary Durant‑Tuuri‑Mott Elementary

Salary & Benefits

Administrative Salary Schedule, 210 Days; Starting $80,131 Annual Salary; $5,000 Hiring Bonus. Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Employees shall be subject to the co-payment of health care costs equal to the difference between the premium cost and the annual cost limitation imposed on public employers.

Education

Master’s degree, specialist or advanced degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field is required. Candidates must possess the required certification credits mandated by the Michigan State Board of Education. Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate preferred. State of Michigan School Administrator Certification Required (see note below).

*NOTE: Pursuant to MCL 380.1246 subsection (3), a person employed as a school administrator, after January 4, 2010, will have six months to enroll in a program leading to certification as a school administrator and three years to meet certification requirements. Per the School Administrator Certification Code, a person employed as a school administrator, whose primary responsibility is to administer instructional programs, must hold a valid Michigan School Administrator Certificate or work under a valid School Administrator Permit. Administrators not possessing a School Administrator Certificate at time of hire must obtain an annual School Administrator permit and demonstrate progress toward certification.

Experience

Three years successful certified teaching experience preferred. Experience at the appropriate level is desirable (elementary or secondary based on current vacancy/potential placement). Three years of successful administrative experience preferred.

Application Requirements

• Signed cover letter
• Current resume
• Copy of transcripts
• Three signed professional letters of recommendation (written within the last 18 months preferred)

These documents must be scanned and uploaded through the online application process.

Early application is encouraged as positions may close when filled.