About this role
TITLE: Assistant Principal REVISED 05/29/26 LOCATION: Belle Valley Elementary School APPROVED 06/08/26 QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master's Degree or higher, Doctorate preferred, in educational administration or other applicable discipline. 2. Pennsylvania Department of Education Principal Certification. 3. At least five years experience in public school administration and supervision, preferred. 4. At least five years successful experience as a classroom teacher. 5. Such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent or designee may find appropriate or acceptable. REPORTS TO: Superintendent and/or designee SUPERVISES: Assist in supervision of all personnel assigned to the school. JOB GOALS: Promote the educational well-being of each student and staff member in the school by creating and maintaining a safe, pleasant, motivational, and productive environment in which to work and learn. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Instructional Leadership
• Support the implementation of building-level instructional programs, assessment practices, and school improvement initiatives.
• Assist in maintaining a positive, student-centered learning environment that promotes academic achievement, student growth, and school engagement.
• Coordinate and oversee building testing programs, including Keystones, AP, SAT/PSAT, ASVAB, and other assessments.
• Support student support processes through participation in IEP meetings and collaboration with instructional and support staff.
• Staff Supervision and Development
• Assist in the supervision and evaluation of professional and support staff in accordance with district procedures and evaluation requirements.
• Support staff communication and organizational effectiveness through the coordination of meetings, schedules, and assigned activities.
• Collaborate with staff and administration to promote a positive, professional, and supportive school environment.
• Student Services and School Culture
• Oversee student discipline and implement building-level student management procedures in alignment with district policies and expectations.
• Monitor and promote student attendance through intervention, communication, and follow-up processes.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and families to support student academic, behavioral, social, and emotional success.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive school culture for students and staff.
• Support the implementation of building safety and security procedures and protocols.
• Operations and Organizational Management
• Assist with the coordination and supervision of daily building operations and administrative functions.
• Schedule and attend staff meetings, student group meetings, and other assigned activities and events.
• Support organizational systems and operational procedures to ensure efficient building management.
• Maintain visibility throughout the school building and at school-sponsored activities and events as assigned.
• Family, Community, and District Relations
• Maintain positive and collaborative relationships with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with families and staff regarding student attendance, discipline, support services, and school expectations.
• Collaborate with district and building administrators to support school goals, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Represent the school in meetings, activities, and professional setting as assigned.
• Any other duties assigned by the Principal, Superintendent, or their
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: LANGUAGE SKILLS:
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program.
• Ability to plan and implement programming based on District and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, and hear.
• The employee will occasionally sit, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Over 25 pounds requires assistance.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee continuously interacts with the public and other staff and occasionally meets multiple demands from several people. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet and work is generally performed indoors. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disability (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding the position and additional duties may be assigned. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work year and salary in accordance with the Act 93 Agreement. EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Administrative Personnel.