Assistant Principal, Senior High

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JOB TITLE: SENIOR HIGH ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's Degree in educational administration.
• Valid Nebraska administrative and supervisory certificate.
• Minimum of five years in education and previous experience in administration and human resource management is preferred.
• Such alternative qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable
• Successfully pass district background check

REPORTS TO: Building Principal
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Building Principal
JOB GOAL: Responsible for the supervision and discipline of the student body during the school day and at various activities. Assists the building principal and other administrators in promoting the well-being of each student in the school. Collaborates with other administrators to ensure consistent and timely implementation of policies and procedures.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month (230 day contract) as established by the Board of Education
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the district's
Administrative Personnel Evaluation Policy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Consistent and punctual "on site" attendance at the worksite is an essential job function
• Responsible for the general discipline of the Senior High student body.
• Assumes the leadership of the school in the absence of the principal as needed.
• Develops good rapport with staff members to support student needs and concerns.
• Attends conferences regarding student behavior problems, classroom procedures,
  curriculum interpretations, activities/events, parental conferences, and other activities.
• Makes periodic visitations to classrooms to improve the quality of teaching and evaluate
  the performance of designated teachers.
• Formally evaluates staff in accordance with district procedures.
• Reviews current professional "best practices" in the areas of student services and school
  safety.
• Serves on staff committees, holds membership in professional organizations, attends
  appropriate conferences and clinics, and becomes thoroughly familiar with innovative
  methods in instruction and curriculum and behavior management.
• Confers with staff to problem solve solutions regarding various student issues.
• Utilizes (and integrates) community and program "wraparound" supports for students
  and families.
• Serves as a member of the interview team when SH candidates are being considered.
• Provides assistance in the regular inspection of the premises (both exterior and interior)
  to identify and address safety concerns.
• Consults with the building principal regarding budget requests and expenditures.
• Assists in disseminating information to staff pertaining to student services.
• Encourages and supports continuous learning opportunities for all staff members.
• Is actively involved in the community.
• Assists with the general supervision of student activities.
• Provides direction in regards to student discipline and attendance matters.
• Support the district's Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Positive Behavior
  Intervention Supports (PBIS) processes.
• Collaborates on the development of student handbooks; ensuring compliance with
  federal and state statutes and current board policy.
• Makes recommendations to the building principal with regard to the district's student
  services and school safety.
• Attends professional growth activities as appropriate to further the quality of student
  services and safety within the district.
• Represents the district and serves as liaison with community and state agencies,
  including law enforcement and emergency management personnel as needed.
• Performs other tasks as may be assigned.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• High integrity and unwavering commitment to success for all students
• Exhibits patience, openness, and concern in dealing with students and parents
• Ability to build effective partnerships with staff and community stakeholders
• Exhibits tact and self-control in dealing with parents, staff, and students
• Provides feedback to staff and holds high expectations for self and others
• Accepts feedback from the building principal with self reflection and a growth mindset

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory):

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
• Skills in human relations; ability to deal with a variety of people
• Ability to work under stress and adjusts well to change

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work varied hours as requested including early mornings and evenings on occasion.
• Ability to work in a smoke-free and drug-free work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and
  responsibilities which may include sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Strength, movement, auditory, taste/smell, and vision demands specific to job.
• Manual dexterity to handle computer and phone requirements.