Assistant Principal

Intermediate District 287 is a west metro district for learners with unique needs. As an intermediate district, we provide specialized services, primarily setting IV special education, to students from 12 member districts in the west metro. 
 
What Makes Us Special:

• We are a trauma-informed district. We take into account past trauma and the resulting coping mechanisms when attempting to understand behaviors and best serve our students.
• There is a variety of support services in each school including School Social Workers, Psychologists, Counselors, Behavior Intervention Specialists and Student Safety Coaches. All of whom are student-centered and focused on building relationships with each child.
• We have a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Our strategic plan emphasizes student outcomes, equity and communication.
• We value diverse perspectives and life experiences and our strategic vision includes hiring and retaining racially diverse and racially conscious staff across all levels of our organization.
• To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary TBD
• Generous Benefits:  Medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid leave, pension, optional 403b, and an incredible employee assistance program (includes 6 free counseling sessions) 

Education and Experience Requirements 

• Master’s degree in education or related field or Ed. Specialist Degree
• Three (3) years of professional-level experience working in an educational setting
• Special Education licensure and teaching experience in special education, preferred

Licensure Requirements

• Valid licensure as K-12 Principal, and
• Director of Special Education Director license OR must be licensed within two (2) years

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, culturally responsive teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies for a diverse student population
• Knowledge of:
  • theory and research in education
  • application of methods used in improving academic achievement
  • educational assessment practices and techniques
  • effective intervention, academic and behavior techniques
  • academic curriculum and pedagogical techniques that is effective across diverse populations
  • procedures, methods and strategies pertaining to the administration of an elementary/secondary level program operation
  • Minnesota State Academic Standards
  • school safety procedures
  • effective supervision and discipline
  • State and Federal laws relating to minors, the Teacher Code-of-Ethics, and local policies and procedures
  • instructional technology
  • current educational theories and practices
  • evidence-based research and best practices in educational interventions
• Skills in:
  • crisis management, handling emergencies and de-escalation techniques
  • effective problem solving
  • leadership and exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to:
  • communicate well both orally and in writing;
  • plan, organize and coordinate the activities of an educational program
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community
  • work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • lead and supervise staff and students
  • remain flexible and develop alternative strategies to achieve established goals
  • prioritize and manage multi-task complex issues
  • apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model
  • evaluate culturally responsive instruction

Essential Functions

• Providing leadership to staff in determining objectives and identifying long-term and short-range program needs;
• Coordinating and supervising of program activities;
• Overall supervision of the facility;
• Maintaining the safety security and well-being of students and staff;
• Providing feedback, support and assistance to licensed instructional staff regarding Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PBSP), Three-Year Reevaluations, Child Study documentation, and other related areas;
• Mediating staff-staff, staff-student, and student-student issues as needed;
• Developing and monitoring program goals and objectives for the school;
• Facilitating team meetings and updates staff with pertinent information;
• Assigning students in a way as to encourage their optimal growth and make periodic appraisals their progress;
• Adhering to the enforcement of board policy, school guidelines, administrative directives, the master contract, and district standards;
• Developing and preparing reports and paperwork relating to discipline, suspension, injury, and expulsion;
• Participating in staff selection, evaluation, and professional development; 
• Maintaining order and structure in the absence of the principal;
• Presenting information about the school to parents, students, and others;
• Facilitating professional meetings, professional learning, and other trainings through the principal;
• Advising, counseling, and assisting instructional and support personnel in problem solving activities pertaining to student performance and behavior to determine appropriate solutions;
• Managing special assignments and initiatives as assigned;
• Communicating and coordinating with member district representatives and parents as needed;
• Attending Team and Individual Educational Planning meetings;
• Assisting in the planning, scheduling and supervision of student activities;
• Assisting in the maintaining of effective community relations in an effort with outside organizations to foster mutual respect for and collaboration on joint ventures;
• Assisting with the operational effectiveness of the program including planning, supervising and directing the business operation of the program in accordance with District policy and procedures;
• Assisting in the planning and implementing of program plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students;
• Developing creative ways to deliver a successful curriculum to students;
• Maintaining effective relationships within the District and with member districts;
• Maintaining regular attendance and providing proper notice of leave.
• View the job classification: Assistant Principal