Elementary School Assistant Principal

American International School of Neom (AISJ)

Managerial

Oversee ES academic policies and procedures with the ES principal including scheduling, teacher & room assignment, and discipline.

Implement School Board Policy pertaining to the assigned School.

Establish and actively pursue the school s vision and mission in collaboration with all stakeholders.

Account for all ES needs of curricular materials, furniture, rooms, etc. Plan to ensure that these components are in place.

Develop work groups and monitor their progress

Oversee the selection and acquisition of instructional materials and equipment.

Set high standards and expectations for self, others and the School.

Create a positive and fair work environment where teachers and other staff feel enthusiastic about work.

Create a culture that values learning, reading, community engagement, and respect.

Deal with problems associated with change, build teams to accomplish plans, goals, priorities, and work with parents to resolve complaints or concerns.

Adjust strategies to accommodate unexpected situations.

Establish procedures to be used and provide leadership in the event of any incident that may lead the ES division towards any kind of disruptive situation.

Assign tasks and supervise personnel in task accomplishment, and supervise the operation, activities and functions.

Participate in developing the school s strategic plan, calendar, staffing and workforce plan.

Supervise and monitor the accurate and timely completion of data collection and reporting requirements

Delegate responsibilities to appropriate staff members

Establish and promote high standards and expectations for students and staff assigned to the ES Department.

Ensure coordination of services and articulation between the early childhood and elementary levels of the instructional program by communicating frequently with the principals, curriculum coordinator and literacy coach

Provide and coordinate services to staff to assist them with students who experience difficulty in learning. Coordinate resources with school and community to assist the students, parents and staff.

Provide parent classes to enhance and extend the school learning experiences of children at home. Plan and coordinate parent support sessions, including strategies, care and nurturing, and proper nutrition.

Proactive Orientation

Exercise proactive leadership in promoting the vision and mission of the school.

Anticipate difficult situations and develop prevention and intervention strategies.

Access, analyze, interpret, and use data in decision making

Initiate programs and organize resources to carry out the School s Continuous Improvement Plan

Keep abreast of current research, trends, and best practices in early childhood education

Use current research, performance data, and feedback from students, teachers, parents and community to make decisions related to improvement of instruction and student performance.

Align ES school initiatives with AISJ goals, mission and vision

Plan, organize, implement, coordinate, and evaluate the early childhood programs. Leadership of this program shall include:

Ensuring class size requirements

Use of data to identify student and instructional needs

Curriculum development to implement the standards

Consistent and regular program evaluation

Personnel recruitment and recommendations for selection when vacancies occur

Orientation and assistance for new staff members and for substitutes

Communications among staff

Staff development to expand and improve skills

Analysis of assessments to improve instruction

Resources and personnel scheduling

Parental support and training

Coordination and close working relationships with Colleagues

Evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment

Staff Performance & Evaluation

Set high goals and standards for self, and all staff in ES division

Supervise, conduct annual performance appraisals and make recommendations for appropriate actions

Conduct mini observations on all staff at least once per month

Work with teachers on development and goal setting

Provide a summative year end evaluation meeting for each ES employee

Make difficult personnel decisions when necessary, including dealing with ineffective teacher or staff performance.

Analyze situations

Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Oversee and participate in all aspects of curriculum design & instruction, including core curriculum, arts, elective, and PE.

Provide leadership and direction for the implementation and evaluation of curriculum and instruction at the assigned school, consistent with the School s goals and priorities.

Oversee the administration of the testing program for the school.

Recruitment & Selection

As part of the hiring committee, interview, select qualified candidates to be recommended for appointment in the area of her/his jurisdiction

In coordination with HR. review job descriptions for ES vacancies

Assist the ES Principal in researching and reviewing appropriate candidates for ES positions, including support roles.

Child Protection and Safeguarding

Establish guidelines for proper student conduct and implement disciplinary procedures and policies that ensure a safe and orderly environment.

Follow and deal effectively with emergency and/or abuse situations as per the AISJ s Child protection procedures.

Act quickly to stop possible breaches of safety.

Communication

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with parents, students, teachers, and the community.

Promote and implement AISJ Communication Protocol for staff concerns.

Maintain visibility and accessibility on the school campus..

Model effective listening and positive interaction skills

Develop positive school-community relations and serve as a liaison between the school and the community.

Other Responsibilities

Attend all-school related activities and events, including but not limited to - board meetings. PTCs, PTSA events, ECC social gatherings...etc.

Perform incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Extended hours beyond the regular school day may be frequently required