Assistant Principal

Elementary School Assistant Principal

General definition and conditions of work:
Performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work assisting the principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the total school program and operation. As part of the administrative team, the assistant principal provides leadership in activities and programs as necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the principal. This is an exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employees holding exempt positions often are required to follow a flexible work schedule, which may include working extended hours to meet specific job responsibilities. The contracted salary covers all hours worked.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires standing, walking, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels;

visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

• Assists in planning, supervising and evaluating the instructional program;
• Provides regular, non‑classroom supervision of students in all school locations and functions;
• Provides direct support to teachers with students, materials, equipment and supplies;
• Assists with extra‑curricular activities and field trips as assigned;
• Participates in the development of a master schedule;
• Attends all Parent Teacher Association meetings and related assemblies;
• Participates in child study team meetings;
• Conducts meetings with parents, students and teachers;
• Enforces standards of discipline, health, safety and general welfare for students and maintains records and reports;
• Assists in the preparation of reports; the maintenance of inventories; and the distribution of materials, books and equipment;
• Serves as acting principal in the absence of the principal;
• Serves on division‑wide, regional and state committees as necessary;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the educational objectives, practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all programs at the elementary school; thorough knowledge of prescribed School Board policies and procedures; strong oral and written communication skills; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; a high degree of ability to motivate others.

Education and experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a postgraduate professional license with an endorsement as an elementary school principal in Virginia and recent teaching experiences at the elementary level.

Revised January 2014

SALEM CITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

General definition and conditions of work:
Performs difficult professional and intermediate administrative work assisting the principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the total school program and operation. As part of the administrative team, the assistant principal provides leadership in activities and programs as necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the principal. This is an exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Employees holding exempt positions often are required to follow a flexible work schedule, which may include working extended hours to meet specific job responsibilities. The contracted salary covers all hours worked.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires standing, walking, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging…