Assistant Principal - Elementary School at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Assist the principal at the El Marino Elementary School in planning, organizing, and directing the operations and instructional program at an elementary school; coordinate and administer assigned school programs and activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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BASIC FUNCTION:Assist the principal in planning, organizing and directing the operations and instructional program at an elementary school; coordinate and administer assigned school programs and activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Communicate and confer with community agencies and authorities regarding school activities, programs and students.
- Perform a variety of administrative duties to assist the principal in managing an elementary school; assume the duties of the principal as assigned.
- Plan, organize, direct and participate in disciplinary actions; develop and implement programs and incentives to promote and improve student attendance and conduct.
- Develop and administer disciplinary procedures in accordance with District policies; confer with students, parents, teachers and community agencies; suspend or assign students to detention as appropriate.
- Assist the principal by administering special programs as assigned; assist in providing educational programs and services as requested assist with State testing.
- Assist with plant management to assure the safety, maintenance and security of site facilities, students and personnel.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of designated certificated and classified personnel; observe and evaluate classroom activities and teaching methodologies.
- Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of curriculum; coordinate staff development activities.
- Assist the principal by attending Student Study Team meetings, IEP meetings, and 504 meetings.
- Assist the principal by participating on parent advisory committees.
- Direct the preparation of a variety of reports regarding school operations, activities, students and personnel.
- Direct the preparation of records, logs and files related to student discipline, attendance, cumulative records and school activities.
- Attend a variety of workshops, meetings and conferences to develop and enhance administrative skills, remaining current in education research, techniques and legislation; serve on committees and task forces.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- School administrative practices.
- Knowledge of Spanish and Japanese Immersion programs
- Counseling theory, ethics and associated legal confidentiality requirements.
- School discipline and attendance policies.
- Evaluation methods of certificated and classified staff.
- Laws regarding minors and child abuse reporting.
- Applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
- CCUSD education policies and practices.
- Normal and abnormal child development up to twelve (12) years of age.
- Behavior modification techniques and strategies.
- Student assistance programs.
- Community referral resources.
- Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Record-keeping techniques.
- Budget preparation and monitoring.
- Technology.
ABILITY TO:
- Plan, implement, and coordinate school programs and services.
- Listen and reason with staff, parents, and students to resolve issues related to assigned duties.
- Develop, assess, and modify systems for school management and improvement.
- Review student work and staff suggestions.
- Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.
- Assist with curriculum development.
- Complete work with many interruptions.
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Work independently with little direction.
- Meet schedules and time lines.
- Work confidentially with discretion.
- Maintain records and prepare various reports, including confidential materials.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Evaluate certificate and classified staff.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in education or a related field and four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the elementary school level.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Administrative Services Credential.
- Appropriate teaching credential.
- Valid driver's license.
- CLAD or BCLAD.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: Office and classroom environment; subject to constant interruptions.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Sitting and standing for extended periods of time, walking around campus, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, computers, and hearing and speaking to communicate with others.
HAZARDS: Exposure to potentially volatile and emotional students and parents.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: + A valid California Administrative Credential authorizing service as a school administrator at the K-5th grade level and a teaching credential authorizing service at the elementary level along with possession of a Master's Degree. + Four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the elementary school level. +Valid driver's license (DO NOT ATTACH TO THIS APPLICATION). Please read the attached job posting for further details about the position.
Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing, and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Elementary Principals will determine those candidates to be interviewed. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (A letter of introduction indicating: (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (A minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation written within the last two (2) years.)
- Resume (no more than three pages)
Qualifications: + A valid California Administrative Credential authorizing service as a school administrator at the K-5th grade level and a teaching credential authorizing service at the elementary level along with possession of a Master's Degree. + Four years of classroom experience, including at least two years at the elementary school level. +Valid driver's license (DO NOT ATTACH TO THIS APPLICATION). Please read the attached job posting for further details about the position.
Selection Process The qualifications of each applicant will be evaluated in a multi-step process using specific criteria. The adopted criteria will be utilized during the application screening, interviewing, and final decision-making process. After the application screening is completed, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and the Elementary Principals will determine those candidates to be interviewed. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Credential Copy (California Administrative Credential)
- Letter of Introduction (A letter of introduction indicating: (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position.)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (A minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation written within the last two (2) years.)
- Resume (no more than three pages)
Comments and Other Information
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical disability, medical condition, veteran status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Application Deadline
11/16/2022 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/2/2022
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$109,444.23 to $128,034.46 annual based on Certificated Administrator Salary Schedule 7
Length of Work Year
210 work days per school year, 12 months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
In addition to the base salary, the District pays $2000 for a doctorate, a mileage stipend, and offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and their families, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance