Assistant Principal

Position Details

Assistant Principal

Kent ISD, KCTC East & West

Full time, day year-round position

Non-Union Professional, Grade 8

Broad Statement of Responsibilities :

Coordinates and leads the initiatives for quality instruction and professional learning in collaboration with the Program Principals for all Kent ISD Secondary Programs and Assists the Principal in the administration of KCTC programs and staff supervision to achieve the mission and vision for the Kent Intermediate School District.

Job Qualifications :

• Masters degree specializing in Secondary School Administration and / or Career and Technical Education Administration
• Valid Michigan Secondary School Administrator Certificate; or be qualified to obtain Michigan Secondary School Administrator Certificate
• Coursework in administration, supervision, and evaluation of instruction in secondary programs
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a teacher and / or administrator. Experience teaching / leading Career and Technical Education (CTE) preferred.

Minimum 3 years or more of administrative / supervisory experience preferred

• Strong technology skills
• Strong knowledge of and experience implementing student intervention processes and supports. Familiarity with MTSS and PBIS is preferred
• Strong knowledge of and experience implementing CTE program improvement and OCTE processes is preferred
• Strong leadership experiences, visioning experiences, communication skills (verbal and written), organizational, budget oversight, and administrative team collaboration skills are essential
• Experience working with a diverse population of students is preferred
• Experience working with teams on continuous school improvement initiatives preferred

Specific Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provides the leadership to ensure that a positive school climate and culture are maintained consistent with District regulations and policies
• Provide ongoing, high-quality, sustained, classroom-focused professional development that has a positive and lasting impact on classroom instruction and teacher performance
• Plan professional development based on information gained from attendance at regional, state, and national conferences / meetings, including integrating academics and 21st Century Skills into the existing CTE curriculum
• Works with assigned staff and Program Advisory Committees relating to all aspects of the assigned CTE programs at the Kent Career Tech Center including such duties as budget oversight, personnel management, course curriculum revision and development, CTE compliance, program data analysis, program promotion and marketing, parent engagement, student discipline appeals, collaborative projects with other programs, and other facets of CTE
• Assist the Principal in initiating and / or guiding positive system changes and staff development for Core Performance Indicators and Program Quality Measures to improve the instructional process, document student learning, and improve student outcomes to ensure the success of students in a high-wage, high-skill, and / or high-demand economy
• Coordinate CTE student count data
• Coordinate and conduct staff training for CIP Self-review completion
• Ensure the CTE curriculum is consistent with state program standards and representative of labor market needs
• Provide administrative support, guidance, and oversight to all CTE programs college articulation agreements and dual enrollment
• Participate in state-sponsored in-services, meetings, and conferences to remain current in the OCTE policies, procedures, and requirements
• Assists in evaluating teachers and support staff consistent with the District approved evaluation process
• Develops and maintains good public relations within the community and other stakeholder groups
• Work with other CTE staff, such as the technology department, pupil-accounting Student Support Services, and work-based learning coordinators, to coordinate CTE-wide initiatives
• Works with other Tech Center administrators to fulfill the needs of students within the objectives of Career & Technical Education
• Assists the Principal in the efficient and effective operation of the Tech Center and assumes other duties as delegated

Salary : Professional Salary Schedule, Grade 8. $, minimum starting salary, commensurate with experience and credentials.

Benefits : Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid sick and vacation days;

State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF / SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered.

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.

The Coordinator for Title IX, Section , the Age Discrimination Act and Title II is : Dave Rodgers, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources