Elementary Assistant Principal

Watson Chapel School District•Pine Bluff, AR

18h•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Watson Chapel School District (WCSD) is seeking highly qualified, student-centered applicants for the Elementary Assistant Principal position. The Elementary Assistant Principal supports the Principal in serving as an instructional leader and assists in ensuring high levels of student achievement by effectively implementing curriculum, instruction, assessment, school culture, and operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence, positive school culture, instructional coaching, student support systems, and collaborative leadership. The Assistant Principal plays a key role in daily building operations, student discipline, staff supervision, and implementation of district initiatives. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Superintendent reserves the right to keep the position open until a suitable candidate is selected or to repost the position with modifications as deemed appropriate.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Educational Leadership, Administration, Supervision, or related field
Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience required
Valid Arkansas Building-Level Administrator License
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Knowledge of current trends in instructional leadership, data analysis, professional development delivery models, and eliminating academic and behavioral achievement gaps.
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Exceptional writing, editing, and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and complete work in a timely and accurate manner
Ability to deal effectively with students, teachers, administrators, support staff, central office staff, parents, and the community
Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents, and central office leadership
Proficient with learning management systems (LMS) and student information systems (SIS)
Experience using instructional data dashboards and assessment tools
Working knowledge of Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365
Ability to leverage technology to support instruction and operations

Responsibilities

Assists the Principal in improving teaching and learning in every classroom.
Supports implementation of a guaranteed and viable curriculum aligned to the Arkansas Academic Standards.
Supports implementation of district-adopted curriculum.
Assists with the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
Conducts classroom observations and walkthroughs, providing actionable feedback and coaching to teachers.
Supports Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and collaborative teacher teams focused on student achievement.
Uses multiple data sources (formative, summative, diagnostic, and behavioral data) to assist teachers in improving instructional practices and student outcomes.
Assists in overseeing intervention systems (RTI/MTSS) to address academic and behavioral needs.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Superintendent.
Assists in establishing and sustaining a positive, inclusive, and academically focused school culture.
Administers student discipline in a fair, consistent, and restorative manner.
Supports behavior systems and monitors implementation.
Monitors student attendance, behavior, and engagement.
Oversees daily student supervision, including arrival, dismissal, lunch, recess, and transitions.
Supports crisis response procedures and student safety protocols.
Ensures compliance with state and federal student support requirements, including FINS petitions, documentation, and court proceedings as needed.
Supports student registration, scheduling, and academic placement processes.
Assists in supervising, supporting, and evaluating certified and classified staff in accordance with district policy and state regulations.
Provides coaching and support for instructional improvement.
Assists in planning and facilitating professional learning aligned to school and district goals.
Participates in recruitment, interviewing, reference checks, and hiring processes.
Fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement among staff.
Models professionalism, accountability, and collaborative leadership.
Supports new teacher mentoring and induction processes.
Assists with the development and management of the master schedule.
Supports campus safety and security planning in collaboration with district leadership and law enforcement partners.
Assists with supervision of state and federal program compliance at the building level.
Reviews purchase requests and monitors assigned budget areas.
Maintains accurate records, reports, and documentation as required.
Ensures compliance with district policies, Arkansas Department of Education regulations, and applicable laws.
Assists with the supervision of extracurricular activities and school events.
Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding student support and school operations.
Assists in resolving parent concerns in a professional and timely manner.
Participates in school and community events.
Supports strong school-home partnerships to enhance student success.