Full Job Description
Assistant Principal
DEFINITION:
Under the direction of the Principal, the Assistant Principal assumes functions consistent with a Principal's duties. The Assistant Principal is particularly responsible for maintenance of the mechanical aspects of programming and for the general supervision of students during the regular school day and in all extra-curricular activities.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Become familiar with all duties of the Principal
Enforce rules of acceptable behavior for pupils
Assist Principal in areas such as communication with staff and community
Evaluate certificated and classified staff
Evaluate articulation with feeder schools
Coordinate testing program
Assume leadership of school in absence of principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Familiarity with current practices in teaching and curriculum development
Familiarity with communication skills and personnel practices
Familiarity with evaluation procedures and techniques
Ability to supervise personnel and to work with students and community to ensure optimum opportunity for staff and students
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Completion of approved program in education and administration
Masters or advanced degree with concentration in elementary administration
Five years of successful teaching elementary teaching experience
Previous administrative experience desirable
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
Possess a valid California credential authorizing service as an assistant principal.
Department Management (Certificated) Locations District Office Additional Information Principal - $779.66 per diem, Assistant Principal $668.46 - per diem. Long term assignments - 21+ days, an additional $50 per day.
