Job Description

UPPER MORELAND TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Assistant Principal, Middle School

Department: Middle School

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt � Administrative Act 93 Group

Schedule: 12 Months; 225 Day Work Year

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Upper Moreland Township School District is an educational institution working in partnership with the community to provide all students with educational opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, behaviors, and habits of mind necessary for excellence and success as critical thinkers, as caring and confident individuals, and as contributing members of society. The District reflects the shared values of a diverse community of stakeholders and focuses on student success socially, emotionally, physically, and academically. Students of the Upper Moreland Township School District will be provided with the foundation and skills necessary to excel in the exciting, complex, and interdependent world in which they live.

SUMMARY:

The Assistant Principal is responsible for providing assistance and support in the administration of the total school program including in the student management and athletic programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

(Other appropriate duties may be assigned.)

Instructional Leadership

• Serves as administrative leader of the building in the absence of the principal.
• Supports the principal in the implementation of building goals connected to district mission and initiatives.
• Assists building principal in the supervision and evaluation process of teachers in alignment with board approved curriculum and PDE approved guidelines.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of building based professional learning activities.
• In coordination with central office staff, supports the Framework Process for Continuous Improvement.
• Organizes and facilitates building data team meetings.
• Organizes and manages student assessment data.
• Participates in district-wide curriculum committees.
• Keeps abreast of changes and developments with current best practices and state mandates
• Coordinates various local, state, and national assessments as directed by the principal

To assist the Principal to act as the instructional leader who effectively communicates the mission of the school to the staff, parents and students and who understands and promotes effectiveness in the management of the instructional program of the school by:

• Supporting the principal in the implementation of building goals connected to district mission and initiatives.
• Assisting principal in the development and implementation of educational and administrative policies.
• Observing, supervising and evaluating teaching staff as directed by the Principal and in collaboration with PDE approved guidelines.
• Keeping abreast of changes and developments with current best practices and state mandates.
• Attending professional conferences in order to become familiar with the latest developments in the area of curriculum and instruction.
• Participating in the interview process for hiring of new building staff as assigned by Principal.
• Coordinating non-instructional assistant schedules and responsibilities.
• Participating in the District's Safe School Committee and Safety, Health & Wellness Committee.
• Overseeing and monitoring the maintenance of the building.
• Assisting in the supervision of support staff personnel within building including non-instructional assistants and secretarial staff as assigned by the Principal.
• Attending professional workshops and conferences in order to become familiar with the latest developments in the area of curriculum and instruction.
• Organizing and facilitating building data team meetings.
• Organizing and managing student assessment data.
• Collaborating with framework liaison teachers and central office to support the Framework for Continuous Improvement.
• Participates in district-wide curriculum committees.
• Coordinating Academic Support Team with guidance counselors and teaching staff.
• Participating in the interview process for hiring of new building staff as assigned by Principal.
• Coordinating instructional assistant schedules and responsibilities.
• Assisting in the supervision of support staff personnel within building including instructional assistants and secretarial staff as assigned by the Principal.
• Provides strategic leadership in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion ensuring the school's practices are in concert with the district mission and vision and by supporting and developing student leadership in matters related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

To assist the Principal in establishing feedback methods on student's academic growth, student behavior and

student attendance by:

• Effectively communicating expectations to students for academic excellence and behavioral success.
• Implementing and supervising a program of reporting student progress to parents.
• Implementing and supervising behavioral intervention and student discipline programs to maintain appropriate student behaviors.
• Monitoring student attendance and discipline in compliance with all local, state and federal mandates.
• Coordinating with the building principal to ensure a safe working environment for staff and students.
• Assisting in the planning of the annual promotion program.
• Assisting with the planning/implementation of student academic awards recognition programs
• Directing the 5th grade orientation program to the Middle School
• Adapting to changes in a positive manner

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Pennsylvania Certificate as Elementary and/or Secondary Principal
• Master's degree in Education preferred
• Five (5) years of teaching experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a District team
• Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements.
• Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Director of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

Upper Moreland Township School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Information relative to special accommodation, grievance procedure, and the designated responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 may be obtained by contacting the school district.