HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Serves under the supervision of the Elementary School Principal as an educational leader. Works with students in the areas of attendance and discipline and assumes the duties of the principal during his/her absence.

 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

 

Assists in evaluating the educational program, services, and personnel as directed; assists the principal in curriculum development and instructional improvement; assists the principal in supervision and evaluation of teachers; counsels with students, teachers, and parents concerning problems of student adjustment to insure student success in school regarding education, social and personal problems; coordinates all guidance services in the school; supervises the school plant and approves work orders; schedules teacher extra duty assignments; supervises the maintenance of complete school attendance and punctuality; directs and assists teachers in maintaining correct and adequate records of attendance and in reporting school attendance; investigates cases of irregular attendance and excessive tardiness; responsible for student control and all disciplinary actions; supervises the campus before, during, and after the school day; supervises student transportation and bus requests; coordinates and supervises campus supervision personnel; responsible for school noon sports program; directs the maintenance of records which include:  maintenance of records of gifted students; maintenance of student attendance, accounting, and preparation of appropriate reports.  Maintenance and articulation of permanent student records; assists in interpreting district and school programs to parents new to the district and to interested community members; participates in community and professional organizations; assists the principal in collaborating with the Assistant Superintendent and other school principals in the articulation of educational programs; assists the principal in coordinating special instructional services at the local site with the appropriate personnel; accepts other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Master's Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in secondary curriculum or administration or a closely related field.

 

EXPERIENCE:

5 years of successful teaching experience.  Previous administrative experience is desired.

 

CREDENTIAL AND LICENSES:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions listed above.

 

Physical Demands:  Sit, look downward, reach, (up to frequently); stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, foot controls (occasionally); climb stairs, twist (infrequently); repetitive hand activities within close reach, such as files, keyboard & handwriting (frequently); lift/ carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally), may lift/ carry child up to 75 pounds (infrequently); extensive reading; use seeing, hearing & speaking (including in-person, phone & public address.) 

 

Working Conditions: Indoor office, outdoor school yard & grounds, driving to different sites.  Exposure to: seasonal temperature variations, dust and wind, traffic, food preparation smells, use of office equipment and desk supplies.   

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job

 

 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS

Management Position