Assistant Principal

Our Assistant Principal is primarily responsible for assisting the Principal in the day-to-day oversight of the program’s educational, behavioral, and administrative functions.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual leader to help manage the day-to-day operation of our Roanoke School.  Small classroom sizes, excellent salary, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, 401K and more. Ready to beat burnout by working in a dynamic, student-centered school? Apply now! 

We serve students ages 5 to 22 who need extra support to find success in the classroom and community in locations across Virginia. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES

• Graduate degree from accredited college or university.
• Thorough knowledge of general and special education principles, practices, and procedures
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching and administration
• Thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, staff, administrators, and parents in a private special education day school environment
• Ability to utilize MS Office and learn a variety of software
• Ability to complete CPR and First Aid Training
• Possess a Valid Virginia Drivers’ License and provide proof of insurance
• Possess a satisfactory driving record in compliance with Driver Requirement Policy
• Ability to work an assigned work schedule
• Basic computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office is preferred
• Ability to observe health and safety regulations
• Performs related duties and other duties as assigned. 
• Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

• Provides daily leadership and oversight of daily operations in the school
• Assists the Principal in establishing community and LEA partners that supports the mission of Roanoke Vocational
• Assists the Principal in providing instructional leadership to include community based and transition schedules for students 
• Assists the Principal in the evaluation of staff and implements staff progressive discipline as appropriate
• Provides classroom, cafeteria and other educational setting supports as needed.  Assists the Lead Administrator in the overall administration of the school which includes, but is not limited to, interpreting, and enforcing school policies and regulations. 
• Assists in the supervision of all students and monitors halls, school grounds and student movement to ensure a safe and orderly environment
• Help conduct safety inspections and safety drill practice activities
• Coordinates and supervises the daily operation of the school’s security functions, behavior program and student discipline
• Serves as the administrative designee in the absence of the Principal/Educational Coordinator or as assigned by the Principal/Educational Coordinator, Director or Assistant Director of Education
• Assists in the preparation of student and staff handbooks, master schedule and staff case management
• Creates student academic schedules
• Insures the effective and timely reporting and communication related to student discipline
• Assists in the creation and implementation of individualized behavior plans through collaboration with teachers, other school personnel and parents
• Assists in the collection of student behavior data as assigned by the Lead School Administrator
• Prepares for and attends meetings (e.g., FAPT, IEP, etc.), court hearings or other community agency meetings as necessary for the purposes of student support
• Assists in coordinating open houses, parent-teacher meetings, transportation, and other school-related events
• Assists in implementing and monitoring IEP progress forms, eligibilities, and yearly IEP reviews
• Provides assistance during the student referral process, including coordinating new student enrollment with the office staff and teachers
• Serves as the LEA contact for student transportation
• Monitors and communicates student attendance records to LEA
• Assists the Lead Administrator with student database, including student billing input, processing and reports as assigned
• Maintains a variety of files; Prepares periodic and special reports as required
• Staff - Assists the Principal in implementing the orientation program for beginning teachers
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Salary and Benefits: 

• Starting pay for a Principal – $65,000 annually, experience will be considered for increases.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance .
• Nationwide Pet Insurance, including coverage for reptiles, birds and exotic pets
• 401(k) and 401(k) Matching
• Employee Assistance Program, including Access to Chaplain Services
• Educational Assistance Program  
• STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays 
• STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D Insurance 
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays 
• Retention Bonus 
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Unlimited Access to Premium Calm App for Staff plus Friends and Family
• Early access to paid wages with PayActiv