West Hartford Public Schools seeks an outstanding educational leader for the position of Assistant Principal at King Philip Middle School. Candidates must possess the background and diverse skills needed to assist the Principal with the supervision and the direction of the instructional program, the evaluation of personnel, support and supervision of students, the management of the school, and such other duties delegated by the Principal.
Major Duties And Responsibilities
Budget
Participates in the development of the school budget within the guidelines provided by the Superintendent, as requested by the Principal.
Communication
Promotes a positive, caring climate for learning.
Helps to develop and maintain effective communications with students, staff, and families.
Assists in maintaining direct relations with parents/caregivers and the community.
Facilitates procedures for the reporting of pupil progress to parents.
Plans and develops means of maintaining close communication with feeder schools.
Curriculum
Contributes to the development and evaluation of curriculum programs.
Considers the needs of students and the community in developing the school program.
Assists in the ongoing evaluation of the curriculum and its effect on the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of students.
Shares responsibility for the general growth, development, safety, and health of the students in the school.
Facilities
Participates in the development of campus improvement plans with the principal on the maintenance, repair, and improvement of building, grounds, and equipment.
Promotes health and safety standards.
Organization
Aids in the preparation of the school schedule.
Reviews the organization and recommends to the Principal changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Professional Growth
Encourages faculty participation in staff development programs of personal and professional growth.
Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
Assists the Principal in identifying, planning, and implementing staff development programs.
Evaluation
Evaluates both certified and non-certified staff in accordance with the evaluation program.
Assist the principal in interviewing, selecting, and orienting new staff.
Authority
The Assistant Principal is responsible to, serves under, and is evaluated by the school Principal and assumes full responsibility for the school in the absence of the Principal.
Candidates interested in being considered for this position should submit an online application, and include a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, transcripts from all post-secondary institutions, and a copy of current 092 certification.
Equity and Anti-Racism Vision
We, the members of West Hartford Public Schools, dedicate ourselves
to the pursuit of equity. Equitable schools are those that value and
honor ALL in our community as unique individuals capable of
maximizing their true potential. We make a solemn promise to identify
and dismantle all elements of systemic racism and historical inequities.
We vow to clear paths, with a relentless duty to those in traditionally
marginalized groups. We pledge to partner with ALL families in the
service of the success of each child.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Temporary
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Education and Training
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