Spartanburg County School District Two

                                                                                     JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE:  Assistant Principal

FLSA:   Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under general supervision assists the principal in ensuring that the school facility is an attractive, pleasant, and productive place in which to work and learn.  Reports to the school principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Informs the principal of conditions and needs of the school.

Plans, develops, implements and evaluates the educational program of the individual school on a continuous basis and in accordance with pupils' needs within the framework of an established policy for the total school's system.

Assists all personnel in the improvement of the school program and in fulfilling assigned duties.

Exerts leadership in the management and discipline of students.

Assists in recruiting and interviewing prospective teachers.

Evaluates teachers' contributions and professional growth.

Provides for the placement of students.

Arranges services for students identified as having special needs.

Inspects the school facility as requested, recommends improvements and takes steps to correct identified deficiencies as assigned; provides a safe environment for students and school personnel.

Coordinates the use of the school building.

Manages the business functions of the school relative to the purchasing procedures and monitoring of expenditures.

Establishes and maintains favorable relationships with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for all students objectives and programs.

Presents a positive image of Spartanburg County District Two Schools at all times.

Performs other related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

Master's degree or higher with at least five years of experience as a classroom teacher and at least two years of experience in public school administration; or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Must possess a valid S.C. teaching credential in the area of principal or supervisor.

Knowledge:

Knowledge in the development, planning, organization, implementation and management of instructional programs and practices designed to meet educational objectives and requirements.  Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and laws relating to educational activities.  Knows how to keep abreast of changes in policy, standards, procedures, and regulations pertinent to the school.  

Skills/Effort:

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with school and district staff.  Ability to instruct others through explanation, demonstration and supervised practice, and/or make recommendations on the basis of technical disciplines.  Ability to complete, process, and maintain required records, reports, and other information.  Ability to develop and maintain effective communications with school and district employees, the school principal, and the general public.  Ability to operate general office equipment such as a computer, calculator, copier, etc.

Working Conditions:

School environment with no significant exposure to environmental conditions.  Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and working with students.  Physical demands are restricted to school activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds.  Occasional local travel required; occasional overnight travel required.

Responsibility:

Assists in the Supervision of school staff and students.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties.  The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Spartanburg School District Two believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the district regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.