Elementary School Leader: Instruction & Operations

DeKalb County School District; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Cary Reynolds Elementary School, part of DeKalb County School District, seeks an experienced Assistant Principal to lead instructional programs and school operations. You will guide the development and implementation of the instructional framework and align efforts with district strategic goals.

The role requires strong educational leadership, scheduling expertise, and active collaboration with parents and staff to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum three (3) years of classroom teaching or educational leadership experience.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission certificate in educational leadership at level L-5, NL-5, PL-6, or above (or eligible for NPL).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to the department with in-depth knowledge of the field and industry trends.
• Oversee instructional programs, conduct classroom observations, and provide instructional leadership.
• Develop and monitor the school's master schedule to optimize operations and resources.
• Coordinate student discipline, manage behavior, and maintain a safe school environment.
• Improve attendance protocols, monitor attendance, and address absences or tardiness.
• Coordinate tests, including scheduling for special education and AP exams.
• Engage with parents and the community to address concerns and foster relationships.
• Manage staff through teacher observations and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee counseling services, HR management, and school improvement planning initiatives.
• Anticipate factors influencing strategic planning and organizational direction.
• May oversee development of new methods and resolution of issues.

Skills

Educational leadership

Instructional leadership

Schedule management

Communication with parents

Education

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Cary Reynolds Elementary School, part of DeKalb County School District, seeks an experienced Assistant Principal to lead instructional programs and school operations. You will guide the development and implementation of the instructional framework and align efforts with district strategic goals.

The role requires strong educational leadership, scheduling expertise, and active collaboration with parents and staff to ensure student success.