Elementary Assistant Principal

MSDWT; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational leader is seeking an Elementary Assistant Principal to provide leadership and supervision in administering educational programs. This role focuses on promoting student achievement and fostering a collaborative environment among staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching and administration, with a commitment to professional development and community involvement. Join a dynamic school district that values diversity and strives for excellence in education, where your contributions will shape the future of students and the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Administrative benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive successful teaching experience, preferably at the Elementary School level.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration and program evaluation.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and administration of school programs.
• Promotes a safe and conducive school environment for learning.
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to organize multiple tasks

Knowledge of current teaching methods

Ability to develop and implement projects

Ability to engage in self-evaluation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in School Administration

Master's Degree in School Administration

Indiana State Administrator Certification

Teaching Certification in related area

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position Type:
Administration/ Assistant Principal

Date Posted:
5/6/2025

Location:
Fox Hill Elementary School

Date Available:
'); '07/08/2025

Closing Date:
05/20/2025

Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school

Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and

Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction,

Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the

Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or

Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop

Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify

Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee

Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication

Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school

Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the

Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates

Knowledge of Elementary school curriculum and concepts.

Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.

Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.

Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to develop and implement projects.

Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.

Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the

Indiana State Administrator Certification as required for position.

Teaching Certification in related area (Elementary School or subject area and grade level).

Bachelor's and Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, in School

Extensive successful teaching experience, preferably at the Elementary School level, and

Successful experience as an administrator or Teacher Leader preferred.

Seldom = Less than 25 % 3. Often = 51 to 75%

Occasional = 26 to 50 % 4. Very Frequent = 76 % & above

Elementary AP Job Description.pdf

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis in the State of Indiana, Marion County. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.

Our missionis to develop lifelong learners and globally-minded citizens by fostering the academic, creative, and social skills needed to achieve excellence in a multicultural environment.


POSITION: Elementary Assistant Principal
LOCATION: Fox Hill Elementary
CONTRACT LENGTH: 215 Days
COMPENSATION: Competitive salary and administrative benefits package


Position Purpose
To assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational
program of an Elementary School in order to promote the educational development and achievement
of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and
regulations, and applicable law. To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as
well as in professional staff development. To serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school

district goals and objectives.

• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and

improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.

• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction,

cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.

• Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the

school.

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the

educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting
research.

• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or

strategies to teaching.

• Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop

and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify

instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.

• Assists in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee

personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and
other human resource issues.

• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication

with students and parents.

• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school

district policies.

• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the

school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing
improvement and continued employment.

• Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district

policies.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent and other central office
Administrators.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all
inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates

instruction based upon student learning styles.

• Knowledge of Elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional

growth.

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the

course of work.

Qualifications Profile

• Indiana State Administrator Certification as required for position.
• Teaching Certification in related area (Elementary School or subject area and grade level).
• Bachelor's and Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, in School

Administration.

• Extensive successful teaching experience, preferably at the Elementary School level, and

preferably in more than one grade level.

• Successful experience as an administrator or Teacher Leader preferred.

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge: Operating knowledge of and experience with
personal computers and peripherals. Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and/or other department software packages.

Physical Requirements

Seldom = Less than 25 % 3. Often = 51 to 75%

Occasional = 26 to 50 % 4. Very Frequent = 76 % & above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time (3) Ability to carry 25 pounds (2) Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations (4) Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter (4) Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels (4) Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation (4) Ability to operate office equipment (4) Ability to reach in all directions (4) Amount of force to push / pull up to 15 pounds (3), 25-30 pounds (2), and 50 or more (1) Amount to lift 25–30 pounds (2) and 50 or more pounds (1) Climbing (1) Overhead work (2)
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.

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