Vice Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and or Current Colorado Administrator's license, in progress is suitable. Must be highly qualified in compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws.

EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED:
Experience in management and supervision. Experience in faculty development. Commitment to Classical Education and the Core Knowledge Sequence as well as other aspects of Heritage Heights Academy's Core Values (i.e., Singapore Math). Experience in implementing, managing, and analyzing data from assessments. Experience in working with students of varying ages, skill levels, and circumstances. Thorough familiarity with principles of child, early adolescent, and educational psychology. Classroom teaching experience.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

A consensus-building, participatory style. Professional and personal integrity. Appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity. Strong team leadership and excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Child and family advocate. Excellent organizational skills.

Must be professional and dependable, maintaining professional work behavior at all times. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance in connection with the preparation and organization of the classroom and the assistance of children, including any potential emergency situations. Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency and work both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to maintain physical and visual contact with children and see and hear well enough to keep children safe. Physical aspects will include, but are not limited to, walking, sitting, bending and stooping. Must maintain all required professional licensures and certifications and attend any required training as directed by the Principal. CPR and First Aid certification is required.

PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPY

In maintaining the integrity of, advocating for, and facilitating the implementation of Heritage Heights Academy's Vision, Mission, and Core Values, the Vice Principal will:

• Purposefully and positively represent Heritage Heights Academy's Vision, Mission, and Core Values to its members and the community;
• Engage Heritage Heights Academy's members and the wider community in supporting Heritage Heights Academy's goals;
• Promote the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of Heritage Heights Academy's Charter and the HHA BOD;
• Work collaboratively with members of Heritage Heights Academy, the HHA BOD, and the community; and
• Promote his/her professional growth to provide professional leadership at the highest level.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Vice Principal shall:

Assist in leading Heritage Heights Academy to achieve its Mission of academic and personal leadership within its student body and faculty. S/he develops the curriculum, ensures sequential learning experiences in Classical Education and Core Knowledge for all students, supports and guides the faculty, and assists in student assessment coordination and analysis. S/he will:

• Serve as a part of the leadership team in leading the school community in achieving the mission of the school, with a focus on academic leadership;
• Be responsible for school safety, serve on the Safety Committee and oversee school safety in the Principal's absence:
• Serve as the Testing Coordinator in implementing testing and evaluation of students on a regular basis;
• Collaborates with school leadership and stakeholders to develop, implement, and revise the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP) based on data and school performance outcomes;
• Leads the creation, coordination, and execution of the master schedule, daily instructional schedules, and schoolwide events and assemblies;
• Serve as Assessment and Data Coordinator providing guidance and accountability for students, staff and parents;
• Assist the Principal in organizing staff meetings as needed;
• Attend IEP,504,GT, and MTSS meetings as Administrative representative
• Promote and model productive communications and teamwork among school staff and parents;
• Assist the Principal in meeting accountability standards and using student data to evaluate and promote a school culture focused on student achievement;
• Communicate with parents about specific student concerns;
• Assist in interviewing, hiring and training of teaching staff;
• Assist in the development and oversight with the implementation of a student discipline and classroom management plan;
• Implement student discipline per school rules/policies with students, staff & parents;
• Serve on different school committees as directed per the Principal;
• Supervise assigned teachers (e.g., mentor, guide, evaluate and hold accountable);
• Act as an advocate for students;
• Supervise and facilitate certain school events as directed by the Principal (e.g., Fun Run, Spring Carnival, Fall Festival, sports events, concerts, etc.); and
• Teach Ability Groups as necessary.

With the Principal, the Vice Principal will:

• Use data to evaluate and promote Heritage Heights Academy culture focused on student achievement; and
• Act as liaison with the School Resource Officer, outside service providers and school counselors as needed.

REPORTS TO: Principal

POSITION GOAL: The Vice Principal will maintain the integrity of, advocate for, and facilitate the implementation of the Heritage Heights Academy's Vision, Mission, and Core Values at all times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $110,370.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person