Assistant Principal Elementary School

Chesterfield County Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 86,583 - 139,525; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools in the United States seeks an instructional leader to assist the principal in guiding instructional programs, staff development, and day-to-day school operations. This role supports administration of instructional and operational programs and directs a staff of professional and support instructional personnel.

Responsibilities include coordinating curriculum development, communicating division-wide policies, ensuring compliance with federal/state regulations,

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodologies of school administration; instructional program planning; child growth and development; total school operation and group dynamics; and related state and federal regulations.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations; plan, organize, and administer a public school; direct and evaluate a diversified professional staff.
• Demonstrated abilities in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, long-range planning and forecasting; effective communication orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in administering and evaluating the instructional programs of the school.
• Provide leadership in initiating in-service programs and organizational improvements; serve as an assistant to the principal.
• Provide leadership and direction to the school’s teachers and support staff; coordinate curriculum development with Instructional Services, administrators, specialists, and teachers.
• Communicate division-wide policy, procedures, and guidelines to school staff; interpret School Board policy to parents and the public.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state statutes, policies, and guidelines related to public schools (including programs for the academically talented and special education).
• Assist the principal in directing extra-curricular programs (athletic, performing arts, and academic activities) and foster effective communications through meetings, committees, and individual conferences.
• Communicate with parents via school programs, letters, telephone calls, and personal contact.
• Serve as an instructional leader; review and analyze data to lead the school’s efforts toward high academic performance for all students.
• Assist in determining staffing needs with senior district leadership and the Human Resources Department; participate in recruitment, selection, and assignment of school staff.
• Represent the school at meetings and public forums; gather citizen and parental input.
• Assist in completing the school master schedule and planning for faculty professional development.
• Provide oversight in the summer for custodial and maintenance work pace and completion; demonstrate commitment to improving professional competence.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance preparation for principalship; perform other duties as required.

Skills

School administration knowledge

Regulation interpretation

Staff evaluation & development

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate Professional license with endorsement in Administration and Supervision

Job description

Overview

Assists the principal in providing educational leadership for students and staff, consistent with division goals. Works under broad policies and objectives; decisions impact the entire system. This role supports administration of instructional and operational programs and activities and directs a staff of professional and support instructional personnel.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in administering and evaluating the instructional programs of the school.
• Provide leadership in initiating in-service programs and organizational improvements; serve as an assistant to the principal.
• Provide leadership and direction to the school’s teachers and support staff; coordinate curriculum development with Instructional Services, administrators, specialists, and teachers.
• Communicate division-wide policy, procedures, and guidelines to school staff; interpret School Board policy to parents and the public.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state statutes, policies, and guidelines related to public schools (including programs for the academically talented and special education).
• Assist the principal in directing extra-curricular programs (athletic, performing arts, and academic activities) and foster effective communications through meetings, committees, and individual conferences.
• Communicate with parents via school programs, letters, telephone calls, and personal contact.
• Serve as an instructional leader; review and analyze data to lead the school’s efforts toward high academic performance for all students.
• Assist in determining staffing needs with senior district leadership and the Human Resources Department; participate in recruitment, selection, and assignment of school staff.
• Represent the school at meetings and public forums; gather citizen and parental input.
• Assist in completing the school master schedule and planning for faculty professional development.
• Provide oversight in the summer for custodial and maintenance work pace and completion; demonstrate commitment to improving professional competence.
• Participate in professional development activities to enhance preparation for principalship; perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodologies of school administration; instructional program planning; child growth and development; total school operation and group dynamics; and related state and federal regulations.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations; plan, organize, and administer a public school; direct and evaluate a diversified professional staff.
• Demonstrated abilities in decision-making, problem analysis, conflict resolution, interpersonal relationships, long-range planning and forecasting; effective communication orally and in writing.

Additional Job Requirements

• Must hold a valid Postgraduate Professional license with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision.
• Three to five years of successful teaching and/or administrative experience.
• Successful completion of background investigations/tests: FBI Criminal History Investigation; State Police Criminal History Investigation; CPS Investigation; Tuberculosis Screening/Test.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $86,583.02 – $139,525.38. Work schedule: 8 hours per day, 260 days per year. Benefits offered; eligibility varies by full-time status. Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.

Work Environment and Conditions

Work is performed in a school setting, with regular contact with students, staff, parents, and the community. Occasional travel for meetings and state activities; may require outdoor work and inclement weather considerations.