Assistant Principal K-8-Whittier School

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL K-8

The Assistant Principal of Kindergarten to Grade 8 shall be designated by the Superintendent of Schools to have the general responsibility, on a full-time basis, for the proper and efficient operation of the building, under the supervision of the building principal.

PREREQUISITE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum: A Master's degree in Education from an accredited institution in Elementary or Secondary Administration

• Minimum: Five years' experience in Education

• Minimum: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Certificationas a Principal/Assistant Principal, Grades K-8

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with an urban school District.
• EPS respects linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring value to the district culture and diversity.

CANDIDATE MUST POSSESS:

• Ability to lead a large, complex comprehensive school.

• Ability to develop the full potential of a highly competent staff.

• Strong background in curriculum with experience in program design, evaluation and management.

• A proven record in the management of student discipline and student activities.

• Superior skills in articulating the goals and objectives of the School to the community of Everett.

• Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and effective teaching strategies

• Effective communication skills with staff and parents.

• Knowledge of the data cycle and data analysis for action planning and accountability

• Extensive knowledge ASPEN student management system.

• Extensive knowledge of Massachusetts student and staff reporting (EPIMS/SIMS).

• Ability to administer and schedule MCAS and ACCESS testing.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• The Assistant Principal shall have the general supervision of the staff, grounds, building and appearance of the school.

• The Assistant Principal shall be held responsible for the appearance and cleanliness of the premises; and whenever repairs are needed, shall give notice thereof in writing to the Maintenance Department through the school custodian.

• The Assistant Principal shall have general charge of the supervision and discipline of the pupils in the building. At such times, the Assistant Principal may call upon teachers for assistance, and require them to perform any duties that may be necessary in order to support the social, academic and emotional well-being of all students.

• The Assistant Principal shall render such assistance in the supervision of methods of instruction and discipline as the Superintendent shall direct and require.

• The Assistant Principal shall give advice and direction to teachers in any emergency.

• The Assistant Principal shall attend all school events at his or her school.

• The Assistant Principal shall be visible and active in the community as an educational leader.

• The Assistant Principal shall, under the direction of the Superintendent, have control of the custodians in the building, shall see that the rules for their governance are enforced, and shall report in writing to the Superintendent any neglect of duty or improper conduct on their part.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: ADMINISTRATION, SUPERVISION AND EVALUATION OF THE INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

• Coordinate curriculum design and scheduling with the Directors and Coordinators with the teaching staff and other personnel to supervise curriculum instructional techniques.

• Evaluate all assigned staff, together with Directors and Coordinators, in accordance with the School Committee's Rules and Regulations, the Everett Teachers Association and the Everett School Administrators Association contract.

• Conduct a program of instructional supervision and evaluation of all building personnel under his/her jurisdiction with Directors and Coordinators.

• Implement and supervise curriculum with Department Chairs and the Director of Guidance.

• Participate in and provide for an exchange of ideas through the Instructional Leadership meetings, Common Planning time and individual conferences to support teacher Professional Practice and Student Learning Goals to ensure alignment with the District improvement Plan.

• Provide curriculum insights with Directors and Coordinators, through the regular and frequent review of daily lesson plans.

• Employ an efficient system for pupil and program appraisal and make recommendations for changes needed to so that all programs can meet the needs of all students.

• Work closely with the building Educational Team Leader to ensure all Individual Educational Plans (IEP) are compliant.

• Coordinate, manage and oversee the Student and Teacher Assistance and Remediation Team (START) process.

• Consult with Directors, Coordinators and other resource personnel, for educational planning of student activities by implementing building operations.

• Provide leadership and initiative for organizational improvements.

• Review and approve the Individual Professional Development Plans of teachers.

• Ensure implementation and support for the quarterly assessment cycle and participate in any data analysis sessions to make suggestions for improvement.

• Assist the Principal in developing the School Improvement Plan to meet district goals for the school and the building-based assessment survey needs.

• Assist the Principal and the Director of Curriculum in developing and monitoring the curriculum alignment, in accordance with the State Frameworks, MCAS Test results.

• Demonstrate evidence of monitoring classroom implementation of the curriculum with the proper strategies and techniques to positively impact the student performance

• Ensure that classroom instruction is based upon student data analysis.

STUDENT PERSONNEL ACTIVITIES:

• Participate in staff conferences with teachers, counselors, teaching specialists and others.

• Supervise the pupil and program with appraisals through the use of staff/cluster meetings and the administration of tests and the use of their results.

• Confer with parents.

• Supervise the health services provided by the Board of Health.

• Coordinate referrals to the Special Education Department, Guidance Department and Department of English Learners.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION:

• Participate in the selection, placement, evaluation and dismissal of teachers

• Adhere to the Everett Administrators' contract as it relates to the Assistant Principal's duties

• Adhere to the Everett School Committee's Rules and Regulations and all directives of the Superintendent of Schools and Assistant Superintendents.

• Plan and supervise the use of building space and make recommendations to the Superintendent.

• Counsel building staff as required and assist the Principal with the Everett Public Schools Induction / Mentoring Program.

• Prepare letters, written reports and make oral presentations regarding administrative activities.

• Supervise the ordering of materials of instruction, textbooks and equipment.

• Attend and participate in various professional and in-service meetings that enhance the educational goals of the schools, as approved and directed by the Superintendent.

• Review operational cost factors, including vandalism, utilities, repairs, maintenance, building renovations, and teaching substitute costs.

• Promote a healthy and safe environment.

• Supervise the preparation of state, federal and central office reports.

• Supervise substitute procedures

• Supervise cafeteria services with cooperation and support of the School Lunch Manager.

• Maintain building inventories of educational materials, furniture and equipment.

• Assist in the development and monitoring of the Individual Student Plans with quarterly updates.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATIONAL ACTIVITIES:

• Supervise the plans to determine, develop and implement the students' master schedule with related teacher programs and duties

• Assist the Principal in planning faculty meetings.

• Participate in system-wide committees, as required.

• Plan fire drills and emergency evacuation plans of the facility.

• Supervise the scheduling of visitors, observers, practice teachers and Special Education meetings in the building.

PUBLIC RELATIONS:

• Communicate with parents by means of school programs, letter, telephone and personal contacts.

• Meet with parents and community groups and agencies

• Support the social, academic and emotional well being of all students

• Coordinate school operations with the Police Department, Fire Department, Board of Health, and other agencies.

• Perform any other duties and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools and Assistant Superintendents.

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.