Vice Principal

Roles and Responsibilities

Student Level:
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Eligible Candidates:
Director/Principal
School Requirements:
Education Required: Master
Minimum Teaching Experience: 10 years of teaching experience
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License
Additional School Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Education or B.Sc degree with PGCE is essential. Desirable Master’s degree.
Minimum Experience:

At least 6 years experience, including 4 consecutive years of teaching performance that exceeds standards and expectations as evidenced by performance appraisal.
At least 2 years experience in a middle leadership role.
Experience in leading school initiatives that have led to improvement in standards and achievement.
Experience working with parents and external agencies.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skill:

Ability to work with data and be effective in using data to diagnose, intervene, and evaluate impact upon learning.
Ability to organize tasks.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to exercise good judgment.
Must possess leadership skills.
Must appropriately handle confidential information.

Responsibilities:

Direct and quality ensure the activities of the staff and students and ensure a safe, orderly, and smooth functioning environment conducive to learning.
Support and administer the annual school assessment and monitoring master schedule, working in conjunction with the school SLT and school department leaders.
Collaborate with the Principal and Vice Principal to supervise and evaluate teachers, supervisors, and curriculum support staff as assigned.
Provide leadership in screening and interviewing applicants including non-teaching positions, and/or recommending applicants to be interviewed.
Implement student achievement improvement efforts as mapped out in the school development plan and ADEK regulations and as directed by Aldar Education. This will include but not be limited to school improvement plans, standardized testing, remediation, collection and reporting of data as required, and the development of special schedules and testing procedures as necessary.
Implement student achievement improvement efforts including directing the MAP/Exact Path student achievement plan, developing a progress-based testing schedule in coordination with the assessment coordination, establishing and overseeing the processes related to assessment and reporting student attainment and progress, data collection, student records, and archiving.
Collaborate with the SLT team regarding new or changing instructional methods, materials, strategies, and programs.
Assist, determine, develop, and implement plans for staff CPD development for the building that facilitates professional growth and enhances the quality and efficiency of teaching.
Assist in the completion and submission of all required reports, forms, and data requests on time to the designated sources.
Work/meet with other administrators and staff to foster and participate in team collaboration and effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned by the School Principal.

Desired Candidate Profile

Leadership Support

1. Assist in Vision: Supporting the principal in implementing the school’s vision, mission, and goals, and helping to develop strategic plans.

Administration

1. Operational Management: Assisting in the day-to-day operations of the school, including scheduling, resource allocation, and facilities management.

Curriculum Oversight

1. Academic Support: Collaborating with teachers to enhance instructional practices, curriculum development, and assessment strategies.

Student Discipline

1. Behavior Management: Addressing student behavioral issues and implementing discipline policies, ensuring a safe and respectful learning environment.

Staff Development

1. Professional Growth: Supporting the professional development of staff through coaching, mentoring, and facilitating training opportunities.

Communication

1. Effective Communication: Maintaining open lines of communication with staff, students, and parents, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.

Community Engagement

1. Building Relationships: Engaging with parents and community members to foster partnerships and enhance support for the school.

Data Analysis

1. Performance Monitoring: Analyzing student performance data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and support school improvement initiatives.

Event Coordination

1. Planning Activities: Assisting in the organization of school events, programs, and extracurricular activities to enhance student engagement.

Policy Implementation

1. Compliance: Ensuring that school policies, state regulations, and safety protocols are followed and effectively communicated to staff and students.