KENMORE - TOWN OF TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT·NOTICE OF VACANCY·Position Title: SECONDARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPALInitial Assignment: KENMORE EAST HIGH SCHOOLQualifications:
Hold valid New York State School Administrative Certification
Minimum of 7 years teaching experience; prior administrative experience preferred
Evidence of strong instructional leadership that results in a positive and engaging environment staff and students geared toward sustained student achievement.
Experience and knowledge working with students with special needs. Familiar with state regulations regarding students classified by the district CSE.
Knowledge of or successful experience at the high school level
Well versed in NYSED high school graduation requirements
Performance Responsibilities:Administer and implement the school and district initiatives
Provide leadership in initiating, evaluation and revising school operating practices to achieve and maintain an efficient school
Perform as a visible and effective leader in both long range planning and day-to-day operations of the high school, including school-wide and individual student management programs.
Advocate and sustain a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth
Evaluate and approve or recommend modifications to new or existing programs and submit their proposals to the principal
Resolve conflicts or grievances and settle disputes between students, teachers, parents or combinations thereof
Assist in screening, interviewing and recommending candidates for positions within the school and District
Communicates clearly and effectively with students, parents, staff, administration and community members
Clearly articulate the goals and philosophy of the school and District
Assist in the interpretation and administration of school policy, regulations and negotiated contracts
Assist in yearly teacher evaluation and provide guidance to and manage staff
Assist with student disciplinary duties as well as student activities
Responsible for principal’s duties in the absence of the principal
Performs tasks as assigned by the building principal
Contract: 12 months Per KAA ContractSalary: Minimum Starting Salary $89,000 per KAA Contract; negotiable based on experienceStarting Date: August 1, 2024 (on or about)Application: Please submit a complete application via RecruitFront. Applications will not be considered complete unless all required materials are submitted. Please direct any inquiries and/or questions via email to [email protected] & [email protected]. Application Deadline: June 24, 2024Equal Opportunity EmployerKenmore-Town of Tonawanda UFSDHigh School Assistant Principal (Certificated)Job DescriptionGENERAL DESCRIPTION: Assists the principal in providing effective instructional leadership for the building and directing those activities that contribute to the effectiveness of the total educational programPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The high school assistant principal will use leadership, supervisory, and administrative skills to promote the educational development of each student in the assigned building. The successful candidate will assist the principal in the planning, staffing, budgeting, and evaluation of the program. The high school assistant principal has primary responsibility for implementing the Code of Conduct and assisting in creating and implementing the master schedule.QUALIFICATIONS:
Hold valid New York State School Administrative Certification
Minimum of 5 years teaching experience; prior administrative experience preferred
Evidence of strong instructional leadership that results in a positive and engaging environment staff and students geared toward sustained student achievement.
Experience and knowledge working with students with special needs. Familiar with state regulations regarding students classified by the district CSE.
Knowledge of or successful experience at the High School level
Well versed in NYS Standards and Assessments as they impact the high school program.
REPORTS TO: Principal RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will assist the principal in the following areas:
Curriculum Development, Supervision and Evaluation:
Understanding school curriculum, ensuring teaching of the written curriculum, and helping staff use curriculum resources
Participate in and/or leading curriculum development activities commensurate with school and district goals
Provide opportunities and encouragement for staff to increase program expertise
Identifies curricular and extra curricular needs by analyzing current programs and student achievement
Regularly using the results of the student assessment data to identify problems and implement program improvements
Student Assessment and Monitoring:
Emphasizing student achievement as the primary outcome of schooling
Systematically assesses and monitors student progress using objective and verifiable information whenever possible
Works with staff to systematically identify and respond to at risk students; making referrals to appropriate community agencies when needed
Provides meaningful information to parents and others regarding student progress
Maintaining policies and practices for grading, reporting, and promoting
Nurturing a Strong Building Culture and Positive Student and Staff Relations:
Models restorative and trauma-informed practices
Models and facilitates good human relations skills; effectively interacts with others
Solicits information from school personnel and community in gauging the school climate
Recognizes efforts of students and teachers
Promotes the improvement of student and staff self-images
Communicates high expectations for both staff and students and provides appropriate motivation to reach expectations
Attends special events held to recognize student achievement and attends school sponsored activities
Fosters collegial relationship with and among teachers and staff
Serves as school activity coordinator: pictures, assemblies, etc
Establishing an Effective Workplace:
Develops and maintains positive staff morale
Implements discipline that is consistent with the code of conduct and promotes orderliness and student learning
Defines and articulates a school philosophy with vision through board adopted goals and administrative recommended objectives
Conduct meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the school
Protects instructional time by minimizing interruptions to the instructional process
Coordinates teacher and student schedules to promote maximum learning and minimize conflict
Maintain high visibility in the school
Provides for adequate supervision and acceptable student behavior at all school functions planned and operated by school personnel
Provides orientation for newly assigned staff members and assists in their professional development
Staff Supervision, Personnel Evaluation:
Supervise instructional, teacher assistants, clerical staff, support staff and classroom volunteers within the building
Implement the district wide personnel annual professional performance review
Assists in the recruiting, screening, hiring, training, and evaluating of the school’s professional, teaching assistants, and support staff
Makes personnel assignments based on a knowledge of employees abilities, qualifications, past performances, and school needs
Communications, Community Relations:
Listens and responds appropriately to staff, student, and community concerns
Respects differences of opinions and fostering open communications among staff
Develops communications that reflect and support management team decision in the implementation of school board policies
Communicating effectively with students; individually and in groups
Speaks and writes effectively
Keeps the superintendent and other appropriate central office administrators informed of school activities and problems such as transportation, special services, etc
Communicates and works with central office and other principals to share ideas, problems, expertise, and personnel
Interacts with school district and parent groups to promote positive outcomes
Encourages parent visits and involvement in decision making
Keeps the community informed about school activities through newsletters, news releases, and attendance at parent meetings, etc.
Effectively utilizes community resources and volunteering to promote student learning
Decision Making and Problem Solving:
Considers research when making decisions
Considers alternative and consequences in the decision making process
Makes decisions in a timely fashion and maximizes decisions effectiveness by follow-up actions
Clearly communicates decisions and rationale to all affected
Seeks information from appropriate sources and strives for consensus in the decision making process
Identifies problem areas and seeks solutions before crisis situations develop
Effectively delegates decision making and problem solving to appropriate personnel
Implements needed change with appropriate support staff, students, and community
Delegates authority to responsible personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal or assistant principal
Professional Development:
Keeps abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field
Assumes responsibility for his/her own professional growth and development through membership and participation in the affairs of professional organizations, through attendance at regional, state, and national meetings
Plans and implements individualized improvement programs when necessary
Effectively utilizes the expertise of school personnel, including self, in staff development
Views self as a role model for expected staff behavior
Perceives self as a change agent; works for personal and professional organizational renewal
Building Management, Recordkeeping, Financial Management:
Establishes and maintaining rules and procedures for student and staff safety
Promotes an aesthetically pleasing environment in the school
Assists in monitoring plant, office, and equipment maintenance
Assists in promoting timely repair of school facilities and equipment
Effectively copes with crises and emergencies
Assists in maintaining accurate personnel, student, and fiscal records
Assists in preparing accurate budgets and effectively monitors expenditures
Prepares required district reports accurately and efficiently
Anticipates future building and equipment needs; plans appropriately to remedy
Manages the daily use of school facilities for both academic and nonacademic purposes
Position Start Date:08/01/2024Application Deadline:06/24/2024