Assistant Principal
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Assistant Principal

Job Description and Requirements

The Assistant Principal of ATHS will support the Principal in remaining compliant with all state and federal laws, requirements related to testing, and all state board of education policies. The Assistant Principal will work in partnership with the Board, students, families, and staff to achieve the mission of ATHS and create positive change in trade education and workforce development. This role requires experience in instructional support, teacher development and evaluation (CTE disciplines, NCCER standards preferred), and full-time discipline oversight. Experience in Career and Technical Education (CTE) environments is desired. The Assistant Principal will provide day-to-day educational leadership under the direction of the Principal and assume the following key responsibilities:

· Support the implementation of the school's mission and philosophy;

· Assist in establishing enrollment objectives and maintaining procedures for admissions;

· Aid in the preparation of the annual budget proposal and ensure that financial resources are carefully managed within budgetary guidelines;

· Support the delivery of student academic programs and services consistent with school values, teaching style, and mission/philosophy, and help assess student performance;

· Assist in defining and developing teaching and non-teaching professional faculty positions, recruiting highly effective employees, establishing a positive workplace environment, promoting professional development, and assessing teacher performance;

· Analyze current educational trends, and assist in planning and implementing strategies for school improvement;

· Help establish positive communication standards and school culture for employees, students, alumni, and families;

· Promote the school within the community and to all stakeholders under the guidance of the Principal;

· Create and implement a student recruitment strategy including attending events (at churches, local municipal events, parks events, local parades, etc.), setting up and running events at the school such as Trade Days, and scheduling and attending multiple parent information events. Many of these events may fall on nights and weekends;

· Assist in preparing the annual budget proposal, ensuring that financial resources are carefully managed within budgetary guidelines;

· Support academic and vocational programs to align with the school's mission and industry standards;

· Oversee and manage student discipline procedures, ensuring a fair and consistent approach;

· Manage school operations and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining a safe environment.

Additional Key Responsibilities

· Provide full-time oversight in disciplinary matters, establishing a fair and consistent approach to student behavior management in alignment with the school's values.

· Support the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, with a focus on NCCER standards, to ensure industry relevance and student preparedness.

· Offer instructional support and mentorship to teachers, especially in the CTE environment, fostering professional growth and supporting the delivery of high-quality instruction.

· Lead teacher development and evaluations, providing constructive feedback and resources to enhance instructional practices and support student achievement.

· Collaborate in developing instructional strategies and assessment practices to continually improve the quality of CTE and academic programs.

Requirements The candidate must have five+ years of experience in school leadership and hold an NC license in school administration or the completion of an approved program in school administration at the master's level or above that will transfer to an NC license in school administration. A Master's Degree in school administration and Career and Technical Education experience would be preferred but not required. High school leadership experience is also highly desired. The candidate must have strong relationship-building skills and be comfortable with a wide variety of stakeholder relationships. The candidate must enjoy and have a reputation for being present for daily interactions with the student body and staff. The Assistant Principal must be a positive leader for the school with an open-door policy and an enthusiasm for excellence.

Position Includes Competitive pay, NC state health and retirement benefits, and the following additional benefits:

· 401(k)

· Dental insurance

· Health insurance

· Paid time off

· Vision insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: One location

Interested candidates should submit the following materials: cover letter, resume, and a statement of leadership practice. Please include five references with the name, phone number, and email address of each (references will be contacted only with the candidate's permission).

Job Type: Full-time School website: aspiretradehs.org

Disclaimer: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be modified at any time with or without notice.

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