Sioux Falls School District 49-5
JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT: ADMINISTRATION
JOB TITLE: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT
PRINCIPAL
(Level F; 10 month)
REQUIREMENTS:
A. Education Level: Mast er s degree in a n a pproved progr a m wh ich
qualifies for elementary principal certification with
the state of South Dakota.
B. Experience: A m inim u m of four years tea ch ing exper ience at
the elementary level.
C. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant hand-eye/mind-eye
coordination, hearing; intermittent walking,
talking, writing. Frequent keyboarding and
repetitive motions with wrists, fingers, and hands
are required.
D. Other Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of the best educational practices and
effective schools research. The ability to use a
computer for word processing, spreadsheets, and
data entry.
REPORTS TO: Elementary Principal
RECEIVES GUIDANCE Curriculum Coordinator
FROM: District Administrators
DATE: Revised May 1998
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
1. Assists the principal in the administration of the building.
2. Assists in the supervision and evaluation of all staff assigned to the building.
3. Assists in monitoring the instructional program which is consistent with
District curriculum.
4. Assists in monitoring student achievement and working with teachers to
improve student achievement.
5. Assists the principal with IEP meetings.
6. Works cooperatively with site council and other groups within the school
community.
7. Communicates with staff, parents, students and the school community.
8. Assists the principal in providing a safe and secure environment for learning.
9. Assists the principal with student discipline and behavior management.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
A. Inside Outside Both
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B. Climatic Environment:
Typically, work is conducted in a comfortable environment. Some District
classrooms and work areas are not climate controlled and are subject to
extremes of temperature and humidity.
C. Hazards:
For some buildings, stairs, chalkdust and exposure to communicable diseases
may be a potential hazard. In science labs, there could be exposure to
chemicals and fumes. Equipment that supports classroom instruction could
be potentially hazardous under certain conditions.
I have read and understand this job description and can fulfill the
essential functions as listed.
Signature Date
Print Name
ElemAsstPrin