P270714 Assistant Principal

Upshur County Schools 

POSITION: Middle School Assistant Principal 

LOCATION:  Buckhannon Upshur Middle School  

REPORTS TO: Principal 

EMPLOYMENT TERM: 225 days  

SALARY: Assistant Principal's supplement added to teacher's salary scale according to years of experience and degree 

CERTIFICATION: Master's degree and principal certification in the appropriate grade level 

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with WV Code §18A-2-12 and WVBE Policy 5310 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Shall hold a master's degree and principal certification in the appropriate grade level 

• Shall have completed three (3) years of successful school-related, educational experience, preferably at the middle school level 

• Educational work-related references validating satisfactory performance 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist the principal with the organization, administration, and operation of school programs 

• Act as principal in the absence of the school principal 

• Assist in developing curriculum and planning courses of study 

• Assist in arranging the master teaching schedule and special assignments 

• Assist in evaluating and counseling staff regarding performance 

• Attend special events recognizing student achievement 

• Attend school-sponsored activities and events as directed 

• Supervise student traffic in corridors, buildings, grounds, and parking areas 

• Assist in maintaining student discipline and handling special cases 

• Assist with scheduling classes and extracurricular activities 

• Supervise student attendance reporting and work with county attendance officials 

• Assist in safety inspections and drills 

• Aid parent, faculty, and student groups as requested 

• Perform record-keeping functions as assigned 

• Work with department heads and school staff as directed 

• Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and support services as directed 

• Assist with data gathering, analysis, and synthesis to establish goals 

• Organize and utilize resources to attain goals 

• Provide purpose and direction in assigned areas 

• Manage consensus and group behaviors 

• Promote enhancement of the school organization 

• Delegate authority and responsibility appropriately 

• Use effective written and spoken communication skills 

• Model leadership by initiating action and motivating others 

• Demonstrate instructional leadership to improve instruction and student performance 

• Demonstrate values related to student welfare and fairness to staff 

• Listen effectively and consider diverse viewpoints 

• Use appropriate problem solving and decision-making skills 

• Analyze data effectively before reaching conclusions 

• Use effective group process and facilitation skills 

• Recognize diversity and respond appropriately to different groups 

• Establish high work standards for self and others 

• Provide feedback on performance and productivity 

• Support development of human resources 

• Plan effectively to meet goals using timelines and resources 

• Provide leadership in the implementation of technology standards 

• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal 

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 

• Supports effective school operations and instructional leadership 

• Uses data to support school improvement efforts 

• Communicates effectively with staff, students, and families 

• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment 

• Demonstrates professionalism and continuous growth 

Please apply online at https://www.upshurschools.com, under "Employment Opportuniti