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Portsmouth Public Schools

General Posting: Assistant Principal - High

Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth, Virginia, United States, 23704


Administrative - Assistant Principal - High School

Job Number 3700242969

Start Date

Open Date 05/02/2024

Closing Date

Job Description

POSITION TITLE:

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

REPORTS TO:

PRINCIPAL

OVER-TIME STATUS : EXEMPT

PAY GRADE:

253

JOB SUMMARY:Performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work assisting the principal in thecoordination, supervision and management of the total school program and operation. As partof the administrative team, the assistant principal provides leadership in activities and programsas necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervisionof the Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Performs a variety of administrative duties in compliance with school division policiesand legal requirements required to assist with the management of assigned human,material, and financial resources necessary for school operation;Upholds effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students andstaff;Shows evidence of instructional leadership and assists with the delivery of requiredprograms or curricular areas necessary to achieve excellence and continuousimprovement consistent with school division goals;Participates in collaborative development and implementation of school improvementplans;Plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs;Participates in the provision of staff development programs consistent with programevaluation results and school instructional improvement plans;Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem solving techniques;Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students, staff,parents, and other community members;Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resourcesand to support the success of a diverse student population; models professional, moral,and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions;Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, schoolpersonnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of theschool division;Participates in professional development activities to enhance student learning andprovide service to the profession, the division, and the community.Conducts meetings with parents, students and teachers;Enforces standards of discipline, health, safety and general welfare for students;Assists in the preparation of reports, the maintenance of inventories and the distribution of materials, books and equipment;Serves as acting principal in the absence of the principal;Serves on division? wide, regional and State committees as necessary;Attends after school meetings and activities as required;Performs related tasks as deemed necessary.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration andsupervision of all programs at the middle school; strong oral and written communication skills;outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; a high degree of ability to motivate others;a high degree of stamina.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; workrequires standing, walking, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required forexpressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceiveinformation at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzingwritten or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observinggeneral surroundings and activities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Postgraduate ProfessionalLicense with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision in Virginia and considerableteaching experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials and 2 references. Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

MINIMUM STARTING SALARY:

$79,494.41

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary Rate Range $85,059.02 - $136,326.13

Effective Date July 1,2024

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