ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL JOB DESCRIPTION Under the supervision of the principal, the assistant principal supports the principal in promoting the success and safety of all staff and students. The assistant principal articulates and communicates the FLACS mission, key design elements that drive the vision for teaching and learning, and shaping a caring school. The assistant principal ensures the successful implementation of rigorous standards-based FLACS curricula to ensure all students master the state standards and meet the academic goals. The assistant principal fosters a consistent and caring school culture focusing on excellence. The assistant principal follows local school procedures and policies and implements charter and network procedures and policies. Key Responsibilities: 37Supports the principal in leading staff, students and parents in shaping a clear and strategic vision for academic success for all learners including general education, students with disabilities and english language learners.37Facilities the planning, development, organization, coordination and supervision for the instructional program and activities; effectively implements charter network approved curriculum. 37Coaches, mentors, models, develops and evaluates teachers using a network created teacher evaluation tool. 37Coaches teachers, teacher leaders, on data analysis and use, including identification of strategies for improving student learning. 37Contributes to a shared culture, with traditions and core values focused on excellence 37Ensures that the school is safe and orderly. 37Ensures that teachers have high expectations for students and students are provided with the overall skills, knowledge and experience to succeed academically and socially. 37Builds strong family and community ties that establishes and maintains trusting relationships that will enable students, families, and teachers to take risks for success. 37Supervises the delivery of a rigorous student curriculum; that teachers and students are driven by high educational standards emphasizing the application of knowledge to close the achievement gap. 37Establishes and maintains trusting relationships that will enable students, families, teachers, and staff to take the risks necessary to mount ambitious improvement efforts. 37Oversees programming, testing schedule, test administration and training. 37Identifies, creates and designs school programs aligned with State guidance regarding academic requirements. 37Participates in teacher/staff recruitment efforts and liaisons with network office of human resources Professional Responsibilities: 37Upholds the FLACS' mission, core beliefs, and educational philosophy. 37Reflects on their practice and is a lifelong learner who strives to improve instructional effectiveness and guide professional growth. 37Engages and collaborates with colleagues and the community to develop and sustain a common culture that supports high expectations for student learning. 37Demonstrates strong leadership and organizational capabilities. Qualifications: 37Master's Degree in Education required. 37New York State Certification as a School Building Leader and or New York State Certification as School Building Leader and/or School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS) certificate and/or School District Leader (SDL) certificate and/or School District Administrator (SDA) certificate 37Experience as an effective assistant principal or other leadership position, preferred 37At least five years of successful teaching 37Clearance for fingerprint and criminal background check Salary Range - $115,000 to $140,000