INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
JOB POSTING: K-12 Assistant Principal (For detailed information, please visit our website at www.pentwaterschools.net under Job Postings)
District Information: Pentwater Public Schools is a district within a tourism community in the village of Pentwater. Students attending Pentwater Public Schools are from the Pentwater Village, Pentwater Township, Weare Township and school of choice students within Oceana and Mason Counties. Pentwater Public Schools is a single building district with grade levels from preschool through 12th grade, with a total enrollment of approximately 230 students. Community partners for Pentwater Public Schools include West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD) and local businesses within the Pentwater Chamber of Commerce.
Pentwater Public Schools currently has one teacher per grade level, K - 6th grade. At the secondary level, teachers are primarily one teacher per core content area as well as one K12 physical education teacher, one K12 music teacher, one K12 art teacher and one special education teacher (per level elementary/secondary) for a total of 19 highly qualified teachers. There are two building administrators (K12 Principal/Superintendent and a K-12 Assistant Principal) with two school administrative assistants, Director of Technology, Facilities/Transportation Director and an Athletic Director. The West Shore Educational Service District (WSESD) itinerary staff provide support at the school level with counseling/school social work, speech and language services, and Occupational and Physical Therapy as needed based on IEPs. There are also nine support staff /paraprofessionals.
Position: Full-Time K-12 Assistant Principal Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or School Administration preferred
Possess a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate
At least three years of successful teaching experience
Strong working knowledge and understanding of curriculum, concepts and practices
Strong knowledge of student management principles
Knowledgeable with special education practices and processes
Knowledgeable with technology integration
Ability to collect, disaggregate, analyze and interpret student data
School administrative or other similar experience preferred
Position Description: The responsibility of the K-12 Assistant Principal is to assist in the organization and administration of the district in an order that maximizes effectiveness for the social, emotional and academic growth, success and development of ALL students and staff. Our mission is to educate and inspire each child to reach their highest potential and to become a contributing member of society.
Essential Function and/or Responsibilities:
Work cooperatively with administration, professional teaching staff, support staff, school board, parents and members of the community
Serves as an effective instructional leader who communicates the philosophy, goals, and objectives of an elementary school program, aligned with the Michigan Merit Curriculum, to all stakeholders with a high level of integrity and fidelity
Shared responsibility for driving best instructional practices and evaluating all staff in compliance with the law, using the 5D+ evaluation tool
Develop and maintain a positive and productive school culture
Provide curriculum leadership for K12 level team(s)
Monitor the implementation, supervision and evaluation of the instructional programs
Function as a contributing member to the administrative team in visioning, long and short-range planning, coordination, decision-making, and professional growth activities
Assist in the leading of school improvement efforts in the district
Assist in planning, implementing and analyzing data relating to school performance on local, state and national assessments
Assist in the management of special education programming and processes
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, recommending, assigning, training, coaching staff members for effective instructional programs
Shares the responsibility for K12 student management including discipline and attendance; works directly with teachers in monitoring student behavior to maintain a healthy building climate
Provide frequent parent and staff communications including building events, calendar and website postings
Assist in monitoring the safety and maintenance of the district
Roles and responsibilities may be assigned based on candidate’s years and level of experience at specific grade levels (elementary/secondary)
Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/Superintendent
Reports to: Principal/Superintendent
Terms of Employment: Full time 220 day contracted position. Salary - Commensurate with experience and to schools of similar size and contracted days in Oceana County.
Benefits: Full Medical (WMHIP), State regulated retirement plan.
Application Process: Send letter of interest, resume and credentials to: Craig Barter, Superintendent Pentwater Public Schools 600 E. Park St., Pentwater, MI 49449 cbarter@pentwater.k12.mi.us