Assistant Principal - Secondary - 20261501
Apply NowCompany: Clover Park School District
Location: Lakewood, WA 98499
Description:
FTE: 1.0
*Salary Range: $156,647 - $172,672/year
Days per Year: 260
Start Date: July 1
I. IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
A. Job Title: B. Classification Level:
Secondary Assistant Principal Principal Salary Schedule
C. Reports to:
Building Administrator-principal
II. SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under the general supervision and direction of the building principal, provides administrative direction, coordination and educational leadership in the school. Work is accomplished in cooperation with district administration. This position does not directly supervise others.
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Demonstrates understanding of and ability to accomplish goals within established
school district policies, administrative regulations, state guidelines and current
educational research and development.
2. Maintains an awareness of important issues in the school and maintains a
commitment to the individual needs of students, staff, and parents.
3. Demonstrates sensitivity, understanding and commitment to diversity and
affirmative action. Applies these principles to working relationships with students,
staff, parents and the school community.
4. Applies knowledge and skills of supervision to programs and personnel through
leadership which inspires staff and students to contribute their best efforts.
5. Assumes responsibility for the organization, implementation, and administration of
assigned school programs such as student records, discipline, student activities and
supervision of certificated and classified staff.
6. Evaluates assigned certificated and classified staff in accordance with District
processes. Completes observations, gathers input from lead staff and provides a
performance evaluation that is supported by fact.
7. Assists the principal with development and maintenance of an effective instructional
and guidance program to include effective use of curriculum materials, instructional
supplies and equipment.
8. Provides administrative leadership, supervision and direction for all curriculum and
instruction programs and activities.
9. Assist in development of appropriate curricula for all disciplines. Supports and
monitors compliance with the District's curriculum including multicultural education
programs. Researches, and coordinates appropriate inservice training opportunities
for staff members.
10. Prepares and administers school and ASB budgets as assigned.
11. Prepares reports and maintains current records as required. Analyzes and utilizes
the data to implement program improvements within the building.
12. Works with the principal to assist in the effective operation of the site council and
helps to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate the school improvement plan.
13. Supervises school safety programs; coordinates periodic drills for fire, air raid and
earthquake to ensure compliance with District, State and Federal regulations.
14. Maintains current knowledge, skills and abilities and professional capabilities in
educational leadership through participation in workshops, university classes,
journals and professional organizations.
15. Supervises after-school activities throughout the school year, including sports
events concerts and plays.
16. Organizes and manages implementation of major projects.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education and Experience
1. Master's degree in educational administration or related field.
2. Three (3) years of secondary teaching experience.
B. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Excellent communication and human relations skills.
2. Knowledge of current educational research and effective instructional practices.
3. Ability to provide energetic, positive, visible and creative leadership and change
within the school building.
4. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
5. Ability to model and encourage excellence for staff and students.
6. Ability to develop outreach activities that results in community and parental support
for all aspects of the school's program.
7. Ability to organize and work independently.
C. Certification and Licenses
1. Eligibility for Washington State Principal's Certification.
D. Desirable Qualifications
1. Recent experience with vocational-technical education programs.
2. Experience as an secondary assistant principal or other building-level administrator.
3. Experience in a leadership role at the building and district level, i.e. department
chair, district wide committee or task force, etc.
4. Experience with site-based management.
V. WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a secondary school which typically has several buildings. During a normal work day employee may have to go outside and maneuver steps, ramps, and uneven ground in all types of weather. Must have normal use of fingers, hands and arms: ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; and tolerance for occasional loud noises. Some evening work is required for attendance at sports and other school events.
FLSA: Exempt AFFILIATION: Principal's Assn.
JOB CLASS: Assistant Principal WORK YEAR: 260
*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154
*Salary Range: $156,647 - $172,672/year
Days per Year: 260
Start Date: July 1
I. IDENTIFYING INFORMATION
A. Job Title: B. Classification Level:
Secondary Assistant Principal Principal Salary Schedule
C. Reports to:
Building Administrator-principal
II. SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT
Under the general supervision and direction of the building principal, provides administrative direction, coordination and educational leadership in the school. Work is accomplished in cooperation with district administration. This position does not directly supervise others.
III. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Demonstrates understanding of and ability to accomplish goals within established
school district policies, administrative regulations, state guidelines and current
educational research and development.
2. Maintains an awareness of important issues in the school and maintains a
commitment to the individual needs of students, staff, and parents.
3. Demonstrates sensitivity, understanding and commitment to diversity and
affirmative action. Applies these principles to working relationships with students,
staff, parents and the school community.
4. Applies knowledge and skills of supervision to programs and personnel through
leadership which inspires staff and students to contribute their best efforts.
5. Assumes responsibility for the organization, implementation, and administration of
assigned school programs such as student records, discipline, student activities and
supervision of certificated and classified staff.
6. Evaluates assigned certificated and classified staff in accordance with District
processes. Completes observations, gathers input from lead staff and provides a
performance evaluation that is supported by fact.
7. Assists the principal with development and maintenance of an effective instructional
and guidance program to include effective use of curriculum materials, instructional
supplies and equipment.
8. Provides administrative leadership, supervision and direction for all curriculum and
instruction programs and activities.
9. Assist in development of appropriate curricula for all disciplines. Supports and
monitors compliance with the District's curriculum including multicultural education
programs. Researches, and coordinates appropriate inservice training opportunities
for staff members.
10. Prepares and administers school and ASB budgets as assigned.
11. Prepares reports and maintains current records as required. Analyzes and utilizes
the data to implement program improvements within the building.
12. Works with the principal to assist in the effective operation of the site council and
helps to develop, implement, monitor and evaluate the school improvement plan.
13. Supervises school safety programs; coordinates periodic drills for fire, air raid and
earthquake to ensure compliance with District, State and Federal regulations.
14. Maintains current knowledge, skills and abilities and professional capabilities in
educational leadership through participation in workshops, university classes,
journals and professional organizations.
15. Supervises after-school activities throughout the school year, including sports
events concerts and plays.
16. Organizes and manages implementation of major projects.
17. Performs other duties as assigned.
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of non-essential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education and Experience
1. Master's degree in educational administration or related field.
2. Three (3) years of secondary teaching experience.
B. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Excellent communication and human relations skills.
2. Knowledge of current educational research and effective instructional practices.
3. Ability to provide energetic, positive, visible and creative leadership and change
within the school building.
4. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
5. Ability to model and encourage excellence for staff and students.
6. Ability to develop outreach activities that results in community and parental support
for all aspects of the school's program.
7. Ability to organize and work independently.
C. Certification and Licenses
1. Eligibility for Washington State Principal's Certification.
D. Desirable Qualifications
1. Recent experience with vocational-technical education programs.
2. Experience as an secondary assistant principal or other building-level administrator.
3. Experience in a leadership role at the building and district level, i.e. department
chair, district wide committee or task force, etc.
4. Experience with site-based management.
V. WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a secondary school which typically has several buildings. During a normal work day employee may have to go outside and maneuver steps, ramps, and uneven ground in all types of weather. Must have normal use of fingers, hands and arms: ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time; and tolerance for occasional loud noises. Some evening work is required for attendance at sports and other school events.
FLSA: Exempt AFFILIATION: Principal's Assn.
JOB CLASS: Assistant Principal WORK YEAR: 260
*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employee's responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
Insurance Benefits
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.
Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Greg Davis, Executive Director for Student Services (253) 583-5154