School Vice Principal - Middle School

Position Type:

Administration/Assistant Principal

Date Posted:

7/1/2024

Location:

Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School

Date Available:

08/01/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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SCHOOL VICE PRINCIPAL

TITLE: VICE PRINCIPAL REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: MINIMUM 212 DAYS/YEAR SALARY RANGE: SITE ADMINISTRATOR - DEAN/ATHLETIC DIRECTOR SALARY SCHEDULE $90,793 - $123,351 (SECONDARY) BENEFITS: Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

No State Tax FLSA STATUS EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the guidance of the school principal, the Vice-Principal assists the building principal in organizing and fostering a positive, safe environment that is conducive to best meeting the needs of all students, staff and parents. This includes such responsibilities as: leading, directing, counseling, and supervising a variety of personnel and programs; creating effective parent, teacher, and child communications; supporting, encouraging, mentoring, and evaluating staff; fostering teamwork between teachers and among staff and parents; and managing budget items. The vice-principal acts in the capacity of the principal during the principal's absence from the school.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists the principal in the discharge of his/her duties at all times and acts in the capacity of the principal during the principal's absence from the school.

• Assists in the role of instructional leader to promote student behavior that is supportive, and conducive, to the implementation of the school's instructional programs and goals.

• Assists in the selection, training and implementation of District standards and initiatives.

• Assists with scheduling; implementation of goals and selection of instructional materials; analyzes test data; determines ways to improve instruction and student goals. Designs and implements programming for Title 1 (for Title schools only), assisting with programming for ESL students, etc.

• Assists the principal in the supervision and evaluation of classroom instruction.

• Assists in implementing instructional strategies, including supporting the needs of diverse learners, delivery methods, assessment, and staff development techniques for improvement of instruction.

• Assists in the orientation of new staff members to the teaching environment at the middle school, especially as it relates to the area of students, personnel policy and procedures and general building practices.

• Supports teachers who have students with behavior problems.

• Assists the principal with developing and managing the school budget and implementation of Human Resources policies.

• Maintains accurate student attendance records and strives to promote good student attendance.

• Assists with student orientation; counseling; discipline; due process; data gathering; student recognition; and securing student services with outside agencies. Cooperates with the School Resource Officer (SRO), the juvenile probation system, and social service agencies.

• Assumes responsibility for implementing discipline procedures as stated in the Student Handbook.Develops innovative strategies, preventative approaches, and proactive plans for students who exhibit at-risk behaviors.

• Acts in a supportive role with the principal in work with parents, teachers, and the community to promote the effective flow of communications and ensure positive relations with parents, business leaders and community members. Listens and responds to parent concerns with sensitivity. Conducts parent and student meetings and attends all after-school activities.

• Promotes good school-parent relationships when discussing specific student problems with parents. Assists in organizing parent conferences, back-to-school nights and other times when staff is available to parents to discuss their child's learning and behavior.

• Represents the principal, in his/her absence, at school activities.

• Works in conjunction with the principal in supervising all school activities, i.e., field trips, orientation programs, assemblies, plays, musicals, and other special events.

• Assists in the promotion of positive school climate and staff morale through recognition programs and honoring those who excel.

• Promotes school safety by implementing safety drills for fire, lockdown, etc.

• Conducts search and seizures, works with law enforcement and enforces District discipline policies.

• Implements co-curricular activities, including athletics, athletic supervision and clubs.

• Assists with the evaluation of licensed and classified staff.

• Assists with developing the master schedule.

• Assists with: hiring and orientation of licensed and classified staff; teacher and classified employee evaluation; working through concerns and classroom management; planning and directing meetings, staff development, trainings and in-services; communications; listening, providing and receiving feedback, and encouragement for all staff.

• Serves on District-level committees as assigned by the principal or Superintendent. Attends conferences, workshops and meetings to keep informed of current practices and trends in education. Attends meetings of the school site council, advisory committees, etc. as requested beyond the regular workday.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS

Frequent contact with teachers, students, parents, district staff, and state personnel is required. Contact with subordinates to manage and coach.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Demonstrated knowledge of modern principles and practices of public school administration; of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing public education, particularly the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504; of principles and practices of shared decision making; of successful school philosophies and practices; of effective organizational and management practices as applied to the evaluation and assessment of teacher performance and clinical supervision; of methods, materials and techniques employed in a competency-based educational program.

SKILL IN

Evaluating and assessing teacher performance, human relations, conflict resolution, communications, leadership, organizational theory and promoting multicultural awareness and commitment. Skill in the use of a microcomputer and related software.

ABILITY TO

Coordinate the school's educational program consistent with the District's Strategic Plan.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, Board members, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.

Develop and/or coordinate staff development plans.

Strengthen staff morale.

Analyze and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral or written reports and recommendations.

Establish and maintain a position of leadership.

Plan, organize, and coordinate activities/professional development for all special services staff.

Demonstrate a high level of self-confidence, initiative, self-direction, and motivation.

Conduct research, analyze findings, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.

Work independently and handle multiple priorities.

Meet deadlines. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with school officials, administrators, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.

Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.

Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is performed under the administrative direction of the site principal. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports relating to accomplishment of broad program objectives and effectiveness of service delivery. The principal shall at least annually evaluate the vice-principal's performance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision is exercised directly, or through subordinate supervisors, over all certified and classified staff at the school site.

CONDITIONS OF WORK

Work is performed under the following conditions:

• Exposure to climate-controlled office settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods.May involve work in crowded environments.

• Hazards: Office/Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

YES NO X

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Three (3) to five (5) years progressively responsible and successful classroom teaching experience supplemented by some supervisory experience in school administration; college education (Master's Degree) with emphasis in curriculum, leadership and administration, instruction, school finance and law; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Must possess a valid Nevada elementary or secondary license.

• Administrator Endorsement issued by the Department of Education.

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada Driver's License.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Those requirements include:

• Strength, dexterity, and coordination to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.Sedentary to heavy exertion of force involving 10-25 pounds frequently with up to 50 pounds occasionally.May involve negligible up to significant stand/walk/push/pull/carry. May involve climbing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities.Mobility to work in a typical classroom setting and use standard classroom equipment.The ability to interact professionally, communicates effectively, and exchange information accurately with all internal and external members of the school community.

• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE

In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling (775) 782-7177.

The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources

1638 Mono Avenue

Minden, Nevada 89423

Phone: (775) 782-7177

Attachment(s):

• VICE PRINCIPAL.pdf