Educational Leader: Assistant Principal (Elem/Middle)

School District of DeSoto County; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

School District of DeSoto County seeks an Assistant Principal for a middle/elementary school to support administrative and instructional leadership. The role focuses on implementing the school improvement plan, coordinating testing, ELL, and 504 programs, and supervising instructional and support staff.

The candidate will help supervise curriculum, technology integration, and budget aspects while working with teachers, parents and the community to advance student achievement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Three (3) years teaching experience.
• Valid Florida certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, implementation, coordination, organization, management, and evaluation of the school's educational program including technology use.
• Provide curriculum improvement recommendations to the principal.
• Supervise equipment selection, acquisition and inventory.
• Assist in administering summer school and before/after school programs.
• Assist in coordinating testing programs and school accreditation.
• Administer ESE and 504 programs and English Language Learners (ELL).
• Develop and implement the school's instructional program with district support and ensure articulation among staff.
• Supervise textbook and materials procurement and usage; support the school technology plan.
• Lead effective use of technology in classrooms and provide student access to digital resources.
• Review student assessment data to inform practice and school improvement team efforts.
• Assist in master scheduling and personnel assignments; support new employee orientation and evaluations.
• Coordinate school operations, data reporting, and budget monitoring; liaise with community.

Skills

Public relations

Data analysis

Oral and written communication

Instructional leadership

Staff coaching

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Education

Master's degree from an accredited educational institution

Job description

School District of DeSoto County seeks an Assistant Principal for a middle/elementary school to support administrative and instructional leadership. The role focuses on implementing the school improvement plan, coordinating testing, ELL, and 504 programs, and supervising instructional and support staff.

The candidate will help supervise curriculum, technology integration, and budget aspects while working with teachers, parents and the community to advance student achievement.