Assistant House Principal - Albany High School

Full-Time                          

APSTA Employment Opportunity

• Minimum five years (5) teaching experience
• Urban school experience preferred
• Demonstrated success in Administration, supervisory and/or school-based leadership position

Responsibilities:

• Provides instructional leadership to staff including; academic and curriculum planning, review and implementation; and professional development 
• Responsible for building administration and the safety and welfare of both students and staff.

• Interacts with students to encourage each individual to perform at their highest level
• Manages all building staff personnel
• Resolves staff problems and provides support to teachers
• Provides general supervision to students.  Supervises extra-curricular activities
• Evaluates performance of teachers, programs and staff.  Provides in-service training to teachers as needed
• Maintains clear focus on continuous academic improvement process
• Maintains relations with parents, parent group, school volunteers and outside agencies
• Manages instructional and civil service staff.  Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all units
• Other duties, as required

Assistant Principal - Giffen Memorial Elementary School

APSAA JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Giffen Memorial Elementary Assistant Principal is a grant-funded position created to support the school’s improvement plan and the ongoing effort to exit accountability status. This role emphasizes ensuring the fidelity of implementation of tiered behavior practices, procedures, and supports, while also leading alongside the current administrative team to continue to strengthen the overall culture and climate of the school. In addition, the Assistant Principal provides instructional leadership, assists with daily operations, and ensures a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Essential Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership & Staff Support

• Provide instructional leadership to staff, including curriculum planning, review, and implementation.
• Support ongoing professional development that equips staff to deliver strong instruction and tiered behavior support.
• Monitor and coach staff to ensure fidelity to Tier I practices that enhance academic, behavioral, and social-emotional outcomes.

School Culture, Climate, & Behavior

• Lead the implementation of tiered behavior systems, practices, and supports with fidelity.
• Collaborate with staff to strengthen school culture and climate, prioritizing equity, safety, and student success.
• Handle student discipline fairly and consistently, maintaining accurate records of all disciplinary actions (ISS, OSS, administrative detention, etc.).
• Use behavioral and climate data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.

Leadership & Management

• Assist the principal in the overall administration and daily management of the school.
• Serve as the acting principal in the absence of the building principal.
• Conduct and support safety inspections and drills to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Partner with families, faculty, students, and community stakeholders to build positive relationships in support of school improvement.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in parent, faculty, and student groups or committees as requested.
• Perform additional tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned by the principal to support the school’s accountability goals and improvement strategies.

Summary:

As a member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet, the Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Instruction provides leadership, oversight, and supervision for secondary schools, ensuring high standards of student achievement and instructional excellence. This role also encompasses the supervision of key departments and programs that support student success, safety, and well-being.  Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Provide direct oversight and support to secondary school principals to promote instructional leadership and high student achievement
• Supervise the implementation and continuous improvement of the secondary education curriculum and programs
• Oversee secondary school budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with instructional priorities
• Lead and oversee the district’s Alternative Education Programs to ensure equitable and effective learning opportunities
• Serve as a liaison between the Superintendent, secondary schools, and district departments to ensure effective communication and alignment of priorities