Assistant Principal for Grades 7-12

NEW TOWN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #1JOB DESCRIPTIONASSISTANT MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPALJOB ANALYSISThe process of securing the required information relating to the nature of the job of ASSISTANT MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL can be facilitated by a review of the administratively designed job description.
This will identify duties, qualifications, summary, accountability, and description.
A job summary can best be secured from the chief administrator, who can give the applicant a narrative overview.
One may also discuss this with the Middle School Principal, the High School Principal or with the screening committee.
The duties and tasks of the job are listed in the job description and are best clarified at the time of the interview.
The Assistant Middle School-High School Principals accountability is measured twice annually on a narrative form projected towards a number of parameters.
The basis of the evaluation is provided in the job description.
The title of this specific position is ASSISTANT MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL of the New Town Public School District #1.
New Town is located in western North Dakota, east and adjacent to the Missouri River along Highway 23 on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation.
The Middle School Principal and the High School Principal are the immediate supervisors for this position.
The pay range is commensurate with experience plus health benefits, sick leave, professional leave, and personal/emergency leave.
Professional dues may be paid for approved organizations.
JOB SUMMARYThe Assistant Middle School-High School Principal will be responsible for the supervision of teachers and staff in specific areas, programs, and educational processes for grades 7-12.
The Assistant Principal will assist the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal in providing in-service and technical assistance to support the improvement of instruction at the New Town Middle School and the New Town High School.
The work involves the development of staff in positive action, thinking skills teaching, formative/collaborative supervision, and technology in the classroom.
Orientation of all newly hired teachers and staff under his/her supervision is expected.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITYThe Assistant Middle School-High School Principal will be responsible for the supervision of teachers and staff in the areas identified by the Middle School Principal and High School Principal.
The Assistant Middle School-High School Principal is responsible for completing written evaluations for all staff under his/her supervision in accordance with school district policy.
Evaluation responsibilities for assigned staff include offering recommendations to the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal for promotion, dismissal, or reduction in force.
The Assistant Middle School-High School Principal shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all school district, state and federal policies, rules, and regulations that are required of the different programs under his/her supervision.
The Assistant Middle School-High School Principal will assist the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal with maintaining school improvement accreditation and seek means to arrive at and maintain Accredited with Commendation.
DUTIES AND TASKSThe duties and tasks of the ASSISTNAT MIDDLE SCHOOL-HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL include, but are not limited to: 1.
Maintain a professional responsibility to the Middle School Principal, the High School Principal and the Superintendent for all organization, administration, and supervision of the Middle School and High School2.
Shall serve as the Special Services Coordinator: Special Education, Speech, and Resource Room3.
Shall serve as the Discipline Program Facilitator4.
Shall serve as the Administrative Designee for all Individual Education Plan (I.
E.
P.
) meetings and attend all I.
E.
P.
meetings5.
Shall supervise the Positive Behavior Support Team (PBS) and Building Level Support Team (BLST) 6.
Shall attend all Board meetings and present the monthly Middle School Principal and High School Principal reports if the principal is absent.
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Shall supervise, appraise, and evaluate the instructional staff and classified staff based upon effective instruction for higher achievement principles.
A written evaluation of each teacher must be completed by December 15th and March 15th for all district teachers.
Classified staff must be evaluated annually by May 15th.
Teacher evaluation reports must be based upon formal observations of the teachers while they are teaching students in class.
A follow-up with the teacher must be made within two days after the classroom observation.
If there is a concern with the performance of a teacher or classified staff member, the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal must be informed to plan further action.
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Shall ensure that the needs of the students who require special services including counseling, special education as outlined by I.
D.
E.
A.
and other specialized programs are being met9.
Shall officially represent the school when dealing with patrons, staff, and students10.
Shall serve as a school-community promoter in a reasonable capacity11.
Shall be responsible for staff and student compliance to school policies and observance of said rules12.
Shall periodically attend workshops and conferences relative to job responsibilities13.
Shall investigate complaints from patrons and parents in respect to due process14.
Shall assist the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal in drafting and implementing policy and the development of curricula15.
Shall be responsible for the completion of periodic and annual reports for the educational programs under his/her supervision16.
Shall actively serve on school improvement committees 17.
Shall have a working knowledge in interpreting various assessments including but not limited to the North Dakota State Assessment (NDSA) and the ACT Aspire Assessment18.
Shall keep abreast of current educational trends by attendance at periodic workshops and professional meetings upon approval of the Middle School Principal, the High School Principal, the Assistant Superintendent, and the Superintendent19.
Shall assist the Middle School Principal and the High School Principal in administering the school in conformity with State law and the rules and regulations of the Department of Public Instruction and the Three Affiliated Tribes20.
Shall protect students in his/her charge by seeing to the development and enforcement of rules of safe conduct in the building and on buses21.
Shall work cooperatively with the teaching staff in a collaborative manner to improve instruction22.
Shall assist with the direct supervision of extra-curricular activities23.
Shall uphold the schools philosophy and educational objectives24.
Shall maintain complete records and reports as may be requested by the Department of Public Instruction and the Three Affiliated Tribes25.
Shall assist with administrative duties at other district buildings (i.
e.
, High school, high school, alternative school, or vocational center) as necessary due to absences of building administrators26.
May be expected to teach a class that he/she is highly qualified for depending upon the need of the school schedule27.
May be delegated to close school due to inclement weather conditions when, in the best judgment, it be deemed advisable for the welfare of the students28.
Shall champion district initiatives and school district policies and procedures29.
Other duties as assigned by the Middle School Principal, the High School Principal, the Assistant Superintendent, and the SuperintendentIn general, the Assistant Middle School-High School Principal shall assist the Middle School Principal and High School Principal to: Organize fire, tornado, school safety, and bus emergency evacuation drills.
Plan the organization of the high school system.
Provide leadership for the staff by sharing advice and information.
Keep the Assistant Superintendent and the Superintendent informed through periodic reports.
Assist with maintaining an approved high school budget.
Perform all duties for the good operation of the school system and such other duties as the Middle School Principal, the High School Principal, Assistant Superintendent, or Superintendent may determine.
JOB SPECIFICATIONSThe Assistant Middle School Principal-High School Principal shall hold a current North Dakota administrative credential for the High school (minimum EP02 or SP02).
He/she must be able to demonstrate effective written or oral communication.
Experience in formative/collaborative supervision is expected.
Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
Knowledge of school law must be demonstrated.
The ability to utilize computers and software in daily operations is essential for this position.
The ability to serve actively as a team leader or team member is essential.
He/she must have a valid North Dakota Drivers License.
This position is a 10 , 10 , or 11 month contracted position.
The daily work hours are set yearly by the Assistant Superintendent and the Superintendent.