Joliet Public Schools District 86 Joliet , IL 60432
Posted 3 days ago
"POSITION: Assistant Principal
Elementary School
POSITION GUIDE:
Certified Administrator
12 Months
Non
Bargaining
Exempt Status
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The primary function of the Elementary School Assistant Principal is to provide support and assistance to the Principal in the development and implementation of procedures which will result in the maximum utilization of staff, materials, and facilities as they relate to students in Grades K-5, and the achievement of the objectives of the District.
REPORTS TO: Elementary School Principal
RELATES TO:
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent
Human Resources and Labor Relations
Chief Officer for Legal Services and Labor Relations
Assistant Superintendent
Business and Financial Services
Assistant Superintendent
Curriculum and Instruction
Assistant Superintendent
Student Services
Director of Student Services
Director of Teaching and Learning
Director of Technology and Information Services
Manager of Building Support Services
Manager of Food Services
Program Coordinators
Student Services Coordinator
Other School Principals
PTO / PTA and Community Groups
Parents
SUPERVISES DIRECTLY:
Teachers
Secretary
Clerical Aides
SUPERVISES INDIRECTLY: Engineer and Custodial Personnel
Paraprofessionals
Food Service Personnel
Pupil Personnel Services
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.State of Illinois Professional Educator License
General Administrative K- 12 Endorsement
2.Minimum of three years of previous experience as a building assistant principal, preferably in an urban school setting.
3.Evidence of instructional leadership with a strong commitment to academic excellence with high expectations of students and staff.
4.Must have a thorough knowledge of elementary curriculum and curriculum development.
5.Strong background in Reading with experience with RTI & Data Analysis.
6.Four years of teaching experience at the elementary level preferred.
7.Highly effective interpersonal, communication, and public relations skills.
8.Creativity, flexibility and high energy level.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Proven record of dynamic educational leadership, including excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, staff and parents; strong background in elementary curriculum, instruction, and special education; successful administrative or teaching experience; ability to be a part of an effective management team; ability to work well in a professional community with high expectations for its students and schools
ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communication Skills
1.Communicates and works effectively with staff and parents
2.Provides accurate, well-written communications to staff and parents
Instructional Leadership
1.Communicates and implements the district's mission and goals.
2.Works with Building Principal to create a vision of excellence for the school.
3.Demonstrates high expectations for staff and students.
4.Recognizes the qualities of effective instruction.
5.Assists staff in evaluating instructional effectiveness and setting goals for improvement.
6.Coordinates the curriculum within the building.
7.Monitors student progress continually.
8.It is a visible presence in building to staff and students.
9.Is continually engaged in school improvement efforts.
Joliet Public Schools District 86