Description

Most Precious Blood

1529 Barthold St.

 Fort Wayne IN. 46808

JOB POSTING

School Assistant Principal / Office Manager – Elementary School

Position Summary

This combined role integrates the educational leadership responsibilities of an Assistant Principal with the administrative and operational duties of a School Office Manager, serving as a key support to the principal in ensuring a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. 

Core Responsibilities

• Educational Leadership & Student Support
• • Assists the Principal in establishing a positive, safe, and productive school climate conducive to learning. 
  • Oversees student discipline, attendance, and behavior, implementing and enforcing school rules and policies. 
  • Manages student admissions, referrals, and retention processes, including coordination with special education and support services. 
  • Coordinates student activities, events, and programs, including field trips, assemblies, and extracurriculars. 
  • Supports teachers and staff through instructional leadership, classroom observations, and professional development initiatives. 
  • Collaborates with the Educational Management Team and Collaborative Problem-Solving Team to ensure appropriate programming for all students. 
• Administrative & Operational Management
• • Serves as the primary administrative leader in the absence of the Principal, managing day-to-day operations. 
  • Supervises and evaluates all school staff, including teachers, aides, custodians, and clerical personnel. 
  • Handles personnel functions: recruitment, hiring, training, performance appraisals, and conflict resolution.
  • Manages school budget and resources, including ordering supplies, managing activity funds, and overseeing facility maintenance. 
  • Coordinates substitute teacher assignments and ensures compliance with certification and screening requirements. 
  • Maintains accurate student and staff records, including grades, attendance, and IEPs, using a computer-based record system. 
• Communication & Community Engagement
• • Serves as a primary liaison between the school, parents, guardians, community organizations, and the PTA.
  • Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns from families and stakeholders in a timely and equitable manner. 
  • Organizes and leads parent-teacher conferences, Back to School Night, and community events.
  • Develops and distributes school communications, including newsletters, handbooks, and website content. 
• Compliance & Planning
• • Ensures adherence to federal, state, and district policies, including safety, security, and special education mandates. 
  • Analyzes student achievement data to inform school improvement plans and instructional strategies. 
  • Plans and implements school-wide systems and rituals that promote high expectations and student success. 
  • Coordinates logistics such as bus schedules, food services, and facility use. 

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s degree in educational administration, leadership, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of teaching experience, with at least 2 years in a school leadership role (e.g., assistant principal, department chair).
• Certification: Valid state administrative certification (e.g., Maryland Administrator I, Pennsylvania Administrative Certificate).
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in office software and data management; ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Personal Attributes: Patience, empathy, flexibility, and commitment to equity and student success. 

This role requires a professional who can seamlessly balance strategic leadership with hands-on administrative work, ensuring both academic excellence and operational excellence in an elementary school setting. 

This position requires flexibility, strong multitasking abilities, and a commitment to both student’s success and efficient school operations. This position is exempt and may involve evening and weekend duties.

Requirements

Indiana Administrator's license

Summary

Position Summary

This combined role integrates the educational leadership responsibilities of an Assistant Principal with the administrative and operational duties of a School Office Manager, serving as a key support to the principal in ensuring a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. 

This role requires a professional who can seamlessly balance strategic leadership with hands-on administrative work, ensuring both academic and operational excellence in an elementary school setting. An applicant that is flexible and possesses strong multitasking abilities, and a commitment to both student’s success and efficient school operations. 

This position is exempt and may involve evening and weekend duties.