Assistant Principal at Rivermont Schools

1314 Riverland Rd SE Roanoke, VA 24014  

Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeutic education for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioral challenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, our accredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioral skills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for a return to their home schools.

The Assistant Principal is responsible for aiding with the day-to-day operations of the individual school as well as ensuring appropriate long-term planning for each school year. The position is responsible for the supervision of all staff and students. This role promotes high academic, behavioral, and therapeutic standards; and serves as a resource for information to students, their families, staff, and community agencies. 

 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with supervising staff and daily operations to assure adherence to all established school policies and procedures. 
• Assures proper maintenance of educational and counseling documentation/records. 
• Supports in scheduling of staff and activities consistent with all Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) regulations and accreditation standards. 
• Assists in overseeing treatment planning for all students. 
• Assists in preparation of campus budget. 
• Collaborates in the proper assessment of students and their appropriate placement in classes based upon needs. 
• Provides written curriculum guides and support materials to serve as a basis for implementing the curriculum. 
• Assists in providing adequate materials, supplies and equipment are available to effectively perform daily operations. 
• Report’s student status and progress to special education directors, appropriate agencies, parents, and other appropriate sources. 
• Assists with all transportation to include scheduling, safety, and vehicle maintenance. 
• Aids in maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements. 
• Assists with collaboration and coordination with other agencies to improve/increase services. 
• Collects data, monitors and continuously improves quality of service outcome indicators. 
• Assists with scheduling staff development activities for staff. 
• Assists with purchasing school materials, supplies, and equipment which support the mission of the school. 
• Responds to and manages behavioral crisis situations. 
• Builds and maintains relationships with students and stakeholders that are positive and professional. 
• Collects quality indicator data. 
• Responsible for public health, safety, and sanitation of the school 
• Liaisons with Human Resources on complex issues such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Worker’s Compensation, recruitment, disciplinary actions, employee engagement, etc. 

 

SECONDARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all job responsibilities in a safe manner and adhere to safety practices and standards established by the company.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates maturity, poise & a positive attitude in the accomplishment of tasks & communication with others. 
• Courteously deals with students, families, and other staff.
• Respectfully accepts suggestions for improving quality of work; develops & implements appropriate plans for action to enhance effectiveness and student success.
• Initiate and coordinate efforts with other staff, classrooms, departments, schools, or peers as appropriate and necessary

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to foster a positive school climate and culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in special education and/or school administration and supervision endorsement. 
• A minimum of three years working with students with disabilities. 
• One-year administrative experience w