The School District Of South Orange And Maplewood Maplewood , NJ 07040
Posted 2 days ago
Assistant Principal
1.0 FTE - COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL
AVAILABLE JULY 1, 2024
THE POSITION
The primary goal of the Assistant Principal is to assist in the development and implementation of instructional programs, initiatives and services that ensure student achievement and success.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
New Jersey Principal Certification.
Teaching and administrative experience at the high school level preferred.
Proven record of instructional leadership and improved student achievement.
Ability to provide administrative leadership and support to the high school principal.
Ability to maintain an optimal learning environment within the school.
Deep knowledge of issues pertaining to diversity and equitable practices in education.
Ability to work with the administrative team in collaboration with the school's leadership council and faculty.
Demonstrated ability to promote a positive relationship between the school and community, and ensure family outreach and involvement.
Ability to communicate openly and effectively with administration, staff, students and community (Verbal/Written).
Excellent technical and data analysis skills.
Self-starter, innovator, risk-taker.
Well-informed of new information, best practices, and techniques that support ongoing professional growth.
Ability to use technology to meet students' learning needs and enhance collaboration and communication within the school community.
Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.
POSITION TITLE
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - HIGH SCHOOL
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
NJ Principal Certification.
Teaching and administrative experience at the high school level preferred.
Proven record of improving student achievement and quality of instruction.
Ability to provide administrative leadership and support to the high school principal.
Ability to maintain an optimal learning environment within the school.
Deep knowledge of issues pertaining to diversity and equitable practices in education.
Ability to work with the administrative team in collaboration with the school's leadership council and faculty.
Demonstrated ability to promote a positive relationship between the school and community, and ensure family outreach and involvement.
Ability to communicate openly and effectively with administration, staff, students, and community (Verbal/Written)
Excellent technical and data analysis skills.
Self-starter, innovator, risk-taker
Well-informed of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques that support ongoing professional growth
REPORTS TO
High School Principal
JOB GOAL(S)
To assist in the development and implementation of instructional programs, initiatives, and services that ensure students' achievement and success.
SUPERVISES
Building Staff
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program and Curriculum Leadership
Assists in providing professional leadership to organize, administer, supervise, and evaluate an effective school program
Collaborates in specialized areas relative to curricular improvement, teacher selection, supervision, and evaluation
Serves as instructional support for assigned departments as designated by the principal
Serves as a primary evaluator and conducts classroom observations and teacher evaluations as assigned by the principal
Implements and utilizes technology as a learning tool.
Promotes staff development activities for the faculty aimed at increasing student achievement and learning.
Works in partnership with the building leadership in the development and implementation of state mandates and special initiatives
Serves on the Columbia High School Leadership Team
School Administration
Takes an active role in the general management and supervision of the school
Works collaboratively in maintaining a school environment which will result in optimum staff and student participation and commitment to the school's goals
Coordinates and collaborates with the school's administrative team with regards to
Home School Relations
Special Schedules
Emergency Management
School Climate
Special Initiatives
Assumes a leadership role in charge of administrative functions in the absence of the principal
Student Administration
Provides mentoring and support
Works specifically with assigned grade level(s)
Coordinates and maintains follow-up on student attendance issues as they relate to the attendance policy by grade levels as assigned by the principal
Works with the administrative team with regards to the general supervision of students
Co-Curricular Administration
Works collaboratively with the Office of Athletics and Activities
Assists in the supervision of evening activities, which include athletic events, and co-curricular and extracurricular programming
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 12 Months
Salary and benefits as per ASCA Agreement
The School District Of South Orange And Maplewood