Assistant Middle School Principal

Voorhees Twp. Public Schools | Voorhees, NJ

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CountyCamden

Posted Date 9/09/2024

Expiration Date10/01/2024

Description Assistant Middle School Principal

Position Purpose

To assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of a middle school in order to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law.
To provide leadership in program development and improvement, as well as in professional staff development.

Essential Functions

Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.
Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
Prepares class schedules, master schedules, extracurricular activities.
Assists in ensuring that board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
Supervises departments as assigned.
Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct and attendance conform with the school's standards and school district policies.
Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.

Additional Duties

Responsible for the oversight of the Mathematics and Science Departments

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of state standards and demonstrates the ability to impart best practices and teaching methodology.
Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and implement projects.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications Profile

Valid New Jersey Principal Certificate

Education

Bachelor and Master Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience

Extensive experience in Mathematics and/or Science is required
Extensive successful teaching experience preferably at the middle school level
Successful experience as an administrator preferred

The Voorhees Township School District Welcomes a Diverse Applicant Pool

County

Camden

www.voorhees.k12.nj.us

Assistant Middle School Principal

Voorhees Twp. Public Schools | Voorhees, NJ

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