Assistant Principal

Job Description:

The Brooklyn Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated candidate to fill the position of middle school assistant principal. We encourage individuals with the proper certification and experience based on the job description to apply. Brooklyn Public Schools offers high-quality instruction in a wonderful, country setting. We are looking for candidates with a strong understanding of data, and SRBI and who know how to use that information to supervise and drive instruction to improve student outcomes. You will serve on the district leadership team and experience leadership opportunities impacting students PK-8.

The position of Assistant Principal is a 12-month position. This position requires the following qualifications:

• Possession of or eligibility for a Connecticut State Department of Education Certificate #092, Intermediate Administrator;

• Administrative and/or teaching experience with strong interpersonal skills and the capability to communicate with students, staff, parents, and the community;

• Knowledge of curriculum and instructional practices to improve student learning as well as the use of technology in the learning process;

• Demonstrates collaborative leadership qualities

MAJOR JOB GOALS:

• Assists in the implementation and supervision of programs and activities, including accurate and timely state reporting.

• Shares with the principal the responsibility of protecting the health and welfare of students.

• Assists in establishing and implementing standards for proper student conduct and maintaining student discipline consistent with the Board of Education policy and the Student Handbook.

• Supervises and evaluates the activities of certified and non-certified staff members in the performance of their duties.

• Assumes a leadership role in all areas of responsibility.

• Coordinates and supervises the middle school program and activities in the absence of the principal.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Staff:

• Develops schedules for both teachers and aides as requested by the principal.

• Supervises staff as requested by the principal.

• Coordinates assignments of substitutes (both teaching and non-teaching).

• Coordinates the work of student teachers within the assigned curricula area.

• ?Attends before and after school-sponsored activities

Students:

• Resolves all discipline referrals in a fair and just manner, and maintains records of any disciplinary actions taken and communicates effectively with stakeholders.

• Coordinates attendance programs in conjunction with the school nurse as defined by Board Policy.

• Assists teachers and other staff members with student discipline/classroom management problems including supervision of the ERR Program.

• Actively participates in district leadership activities including tracking and presenting data to the Superintendent and the Board of Education.

• Counsels individual students, and when necessary makes appropriate referrals for 504 services and/or special education services.

• Represents the administration at PPT and 504 meetings for students in the middle school, supports transition of 4th graders to the middle school.

• Coordinates and supervises the Mentor/Mentee Program for students at the middle school.

For a full description and job responsibilities please see our website and complete your application through the Frontline Portal.