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Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year; Grade M

DEFINITION

Administers the instructional, support and operational functions of a middle school; manages the staff, program and physical resources; performs related division wide administrative duties as required or assigned.

SUPERVISION

Duties are performed under the direction of an Executive Director. Work is reviewed in terms of compatibility with program goals and plans in assigned areas of responsibility.  Direct supervision is exercised over professional, technical, and support staff assigned to the school to which assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the highest level of administration and supervision at a middle school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (Performs a variety of duties itemized below.)

Prepares or oversees preparation of a master schedule for the implementation of an educational program, with optimum use of facilities and staff.

Studies the educational needs of the community served by the school and develops or adapts educational programs approved by the N.P.S. School Board to meet the particular needs of the community served, including programs for special needs, disabled, and handicapped students.

Supervises the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs and materials for regular and special classes.

Provides continuing observation, supervision, and evaluation of faculty and support staff.

Develops and carries out staff development and in-service training programs.

Reports to the appropriate sources regarding the school's needs with respect to personnel, curriculum, equipment, and supplies; develops the school's annual budget request and oversees expenditures and expenditure controls.

Interviews prospective employees and makes recommendations regarding their employment.

Supervises and actively participates in a variety of student activities.

Oversees the maintenance of standards concerning student safety, health, discipline, and general welfare.

Oversees student counseling and related pupil service activities.

Administers a comprehensive community relations program, including school advisory council and PTAs.

Directs the provision of appropriate programs for special populations (disabled, handicapped, etc.); oversees child-study meetings.

Consults with and coordinates the services of instructional support personnel to assist classroom teachers.

Oversees or participates in disciplinary hearings.

Maintains continuing communications and liaison with parents, parent groups, civic and community sources to achieve understanding and support for school programs and goals.

Directs or carries out a variety of administrative operational responsibilities, including general supervision of student transportation and utilization and maintenance of buildings and facilities, and cafeteria operations.

Supervises and participates in the preparation of a variety of reports, forms, and surveys and in the maintenance of inventory and other records.

Prepares the school budget and administers it, once approved.

Oversees middle school athletics programs and non-athletic student activities.

Interprets School Board policies to the school's students, staff, and to its community.

Assumes responsibility for the professional growth of all staff members.

Performs other duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Broad knowledge of principles and practices of modern public middle school education, as well as of public school administration and organization, and an ability to apply them to the needs of the school.

Comprehensive knowledge of current curriculum and instructional practices and trends, school law, personnel and fiscal management.

Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate and administer a comprehensive public middle school program.

Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of both professional and support staff.

Ability to develop effective working relationships with community, staff, and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in school administration with experience in elementary or middle school teaching and as an assistant principal, coordinator or director.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Postgraduate Professional License with one or more middle school subject teaching endorsements; administration and supervision endorsement required.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Work requires normal physical attributes required for walking, standing sitting, operating office equipment, communication equipment, lifting, moving, carrying light equipment, supplies, etc.

HAZARDS

Most of the timework involves only exposure to normal, everyday risks, however, some activities may involve working with students with disabilities that require knowledge of intervention and restraint techniques.

May be required to resolve student conflicts, deal with irate parents, and intervene to prevent trespass or illegal transactions among students.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

Include activities in schools, in the community, and require one to have or arrange for own transportation.

Work is subject to deadlines and inherent in tailoring and delivering programs to meet the needs of many divergent groups.

Some night and weekend activities.

Work is located in schools and is subject to normal interruptions.

Some activities involve contact with irate parents and students.