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Columbus City Schools - Ohio

26-27 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - MIDDLE SCHOOL

Columbus City Schools - Ohio, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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TITLE:

Assistant Principal, Middle JOB STATUS:

Administrator, FLSA Exempt REPORTS TO:

Principal, Middle DEPARTMENT:

Assigned School Responsibilities

Supervises the day-to-day activities of building staff. Duties include hiring, training, counseling, and evaluating staff performance. Assists the Principal oversee the delivery of academic instruction ensuring learning experiences consistent with the mission statement and instructional goals of the building and district. Provides assistance and guidance to staff who are engaged in student instruction. Promotes improvement of curriculum and instruction within the building. Monitors student achievement and progress toward instructional goals and objectives of the building and district; initiates corrective action as necessary. Administers the student behavior and discipline program; counsels and provides guidance to students regarding a variety of personal, academic, and behavioral issues. Investigates and addresses student-related issues and concerns; develops a plan of action to address problem(s). Works cooperatively with intervention assistance team, guidance counselors, student safety resource coordinator, and others to implement various initiatives to increase academic success and ensure students can achieve their appropriate grade level. Plans, coordinates, and executes student activities and programs including student recognition, school dances, student of the month, and the like. Assists in development of the master schedule and class scheduling of students. Monitors school building areas to ensure safe conditions and compliance with Federal, state, and local health and safety standards. Manages the transportation of students to/from school. Performs the duties of Athletic Director/Coordinator responsible for administering the athletic program for the building. Creates and promotes a positive and cooperative atmosphere that encourages and motivates students and staff; ensures rules are fairly and consistently administered. Supports implementation of the building's after school activities and events by attending activities/events and ensuring acceptable student behavior at all school sanctioned/sponsored activities/events. Prepares or oversees completion of required documentation and reports. Promotes positive school-community relations by clearly communicating school messages to parents and members of the community, responding to parental and community inquiries in a timely and courteous manner, and maintaining visibility with students, parents, and the community. Develops and maintains appropriate communication and relationships with all departments, and officials of appropriate agencies. Resolves problems, situations or issues in a collaborative, tactful, courteous, and respectful manner. Performs the duties of Principal in that individual's absence. Maintains current knowledge of best practices, trends and new developments in middle school curriculum, instruction and building administration. Recommends changes to operations and instructional strategies as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Required Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, administration or a related field required at time of appointment. Experience:

Five (5) years of successful, licensed teaching experience with Columbus City Schools or a comparable school district, and one (1) year of school-based administrator experience. Current CCS employees without administrative experience will be considered if the valid principal licensure requirement is met. Licensure/Certification:

State of Ohio Principal license (Grades 4-9, or 5-12). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:

Considerable knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and district policies related to assigned functions; curriculum development and implementation; student information systems and learning platforms; and laws related to student rights, teacher contracts, discipline, and special education. Skills:

Computer proficiency; interpersonal communication; conflict management and resolution. Abilities:

Ability to make informed and timely decisions, communicate effectively with all levels of district staff, students, parents, and the public; develop positive working relationships; handle difficult situations tactfully; balance multiple responsibilities; maintain records and reports; provide guidance, training and supervision of staff. Equal Opportunity:

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, ancestry, familial status, military status or disability. Note

Senioriry level, employment type, and job function information appears in the original posting but is omitted here to maintain concise, job-focused content. This description preserves the essential responsibilities and qualifications for the role.

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