Associate Principal

We are seeking a talented leader who will serve the students, staff and entire Swanson Elementary community as an Associate Principal. Our ideal candidate will be a student-centered, highly collaborative, passionate, solution-focused, and hopeful instructional leader. Primary responsibilities for our ideal candidate include: Leading our vision for the academic success of all students, leading a positive school culture, building the leadership capacity of others, growing teaching and learning to maximize student learning and engagement and the effective management of people, data and processes. We seek a talented leader dedicated to academic and human excellence. Elmbrook Schools highlights: https://vimeo.com/707892766/c501c7a764

Job PurposeThe primary focus of this position is to provide administrative leadership and supervision to promote the maximum educational development of each child in a building environment conducive to teaching and learning. As Associate principal, you will facilitate student learning; help select, develop and evaluate staff; assist with development and implementation of curriculum; coordinate decision making processes in the building; administer school programs and facilities; address student needs; and participate in meetings, committees and events as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required at the time of hire, or for the continuation of employment.

Skills and abilities:Ability to work effectively, collaboratively and positively with administrators, counselors, staff, parents, students, and the public.Ability to learn and use system technology.Ability to use a positive, caring, supportive approach while working with a variety of people.Ability to initiate, prioritize and implement responsibilities without direction.Ability to work independently, make sound judgments, organize, plan and balance multiple priorities.Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality of District, school, and student information.Ability to maintain self-control and handle complaints and requests for information in an effective, positive and efficient manner.Ability to operate a variety of office machines including fax machine, telephone, calculator, photocopiers, computers, and various software and equipment, etc.

Language skills:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret handbooks, manuals, budget reports, etc.Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, Board of Education, staff, students, parents, and the general public.

Mathematical skills:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Ability to do statistical typing with a high level of accuracy.

Reasoning ability:Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions with several abstract and concrete variables.Ability to use good judgment and effectively solve problems.

Education and experienceMaster’s degreeCandidates should have curriculum and instruction knowledge, theory, and experience; teaching and leadership experience; ability to build strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the community; ability to use technology for student and administrative needs; and the ability to be flexible, creative and collaborative. Minimum of 5 years classroom teaching preferred.

Licenses and CertificationsSuccessful candidates must have, or be eligible for, a valid Wisconsin Principal (51) License.

Elmbrook Fast Facts: shorturl.at/HNVY2 Highly Competitive Benefits Package:Top tier health insurance coverage for employees & dependents. On average, our health plan pays 89% of medical expenses compared to 86% of other Wisconsin public school Districts.Annual District HSA contributions ($1,000 for single / $2,000 for family) with the ability to contribute pre-tax dollars into an HSA.Competitive dental and vision coverage for employees & dependentsAccess to high-quality, low-cost health care at the Elmbrook Family Wellness Center with enrollment in health insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and dental/vision expensesLong-Term Disability Insurance (Coverage after 60 days of missed work at 70% of annual salary)District-provided life insurance of 1x annual salary with option for employees to buy additional supplemental life insurance for themselves, a spouse and childrenOption for employees to purchase short-term disability insurance for coverage during first 60 days of missed workParticipation in the Wisconsin Retirement System's State Pension Plan (WRS contributions made by employee and the District)Ability to contribute to a 403(b) and/or a 457 plan Equal Opportunity EmployerApplicants that would contribute to a diverse educational community are strongly encouraged to apply.