Position Title

Assistant Principal

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$120,000 - $140,000

Job Description

PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the school principal, staff and students, build and maintain a positive school culture.
• Support the principal in the leadership of the school, aligned to the vision of the building and the vision of Southern Westchester BOCES
• Collaborate with the Director, Assistant Director and Principals to lead building and center-wide initiatives.
• Support and lead a consistently therapeutic approach to all students.
• Facilitate and lead student management and discipline, prioritizing keeping students in school.
• In collaboration with the leadership team, identify and provide for the delivery of relevant Professional Learning
• Supervise and evaluate instructional and support staff in accordance with the agreed upon APPR Plan, Board of Education Policies, and employment contracts.
• Communicate with, and maintain positive relationships with, parents, component school district personnel, colleagues and community partners.
• Manage and facilitate Human Resources functions as necessary, including hiring and employee management.
• Participate in program development based upon identified needs and projections.
• Collaborate, regarding shared students, with colleagues from the SWBOCES Center for Career Services
• Serve as a member of the SWBOCES District-Wide Leadership Team
• Support student and staff Social/Emotional well-being
• Lead and facilitate debrief and forward planning sessions related to behavior or crisis situations.
• Support, implement or initiate programs to increase student attendance and academic achievement.

Job Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• New York State School Building Leader Certification
• New York State Teaching Certification: Special Education preferred.
• Excellent speaking, writing and listening skills.
• Prior teaching, related service or clinical experience: minimum of three years preferred.
• Understanding of New York State Next Generation Learning Standards
• Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of Part 100 and 200 NYS Commissioner’s Regulations and the CSE process.
• Thorough knowledge of graduation requirements and pathways for Special Education students, adult and community agencies that serve adults with disabilities as well as the process of transitioning from high school to adulthood.

Job Category

Assistant Principal

Job Location

Various Locations - Special Services

Additional Information