Job Summary
To work in cooperation with the building principal, provide assistance for the operation and functions of the school. Work directly with all staff, students, parents and district personnel. In the absence of the building principal, assume the duties of the principal. Manage crisis situations including child protection reporting, counseling referrals, placement recommendations and how and when to ensure safety of other children.
Job Functions
- Assist the building principal with student discipline, attendance, transportation, records, and conferences.
- Coordinate and manage Title I hiring, placement, evaluation and staff development for targeted services and summer school.
- Work with building principal to maintain open communication with staff, district personnel, parents and community.
- Coordinate and manage student state assessment process for the building.
- Assist with classroom observations/evaluations of teachers, instructional assistants, and lunchroom/playground supervisors.
- Support and promote the school district and site vision, goals, priorities, expectations and plans.
- Act as a resource for classroom teachers/substitutes.
- Support established guidelines for appropriate student conduct and behavior management procedures.
- Assist building principal with parent groups and disseminate information to parents concerning school-related matters and students.
- Manage staff, students and building issues when the principal is off site.
- Work cooperatively with the building principal to coordinate the purchase and inventory of supplies and textbooks.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the Primary Years Program of IB.
- Demonstrate professional, ethical and responsible behavior.
- Foster positive change and inclusivity through an equity-focused approach, while setting a strong example for both staff and students.
- Comply with all laws, school board policies and school district procedures.
- Serve on various building/district committees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Current K-12 Minnesota Principal license or evidence of qualifying for license before employment begins.
- Master’s degree (emphasis in Educational Leadership, Organizational Leadership or Curriculum and Instruction preferred).
- Minimum of five years successful teaching experience at the elementary level.
- Knowledge and experience with leading in a PYP World School preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with PBIS and MTSS.
- Effective skills in staff motivation, supervision, instructional improvement, curriculum development and on-site management
- Ability to work effectively with other administrators, teachers, staff, students, parents and the community.
- Commitment to being an instructional leader.
- Exhibit effective methods dealing with student discipline.
- Ability to be a strong leader, inspiring trust and motivating people in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to lead staff in Professional Learning Communities toward utilizing data, creating SMART goals, and oversight of PLC process.
- Ability to analyze, prioritize and implement plans in a timely and professional manner.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Experience building a positive and productive learning environment in an increasingly diverse school.
- Ability to lead change, resolve conflicts and have courageous conversations.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students and staff.
- Strong computer skills including use of Word, Excel, Outlook and databases.
- Demonstrate prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to and over 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
