Assistant Principal
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46240
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI):
The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired has substantial knowledge and experience in educating students to master core curriculum and expanded curriculum that teaches them how to navigate their physical, social, and personal worlds. Our expertise is accessed and used by local educators to improve the education of all of Indiana's children who are blind or have low vision. Because of its strong reputation, the school attracts highly qualified administrators and educators, and students from other states whose parents move to Indiana so that their children can attend.
ISBVI is in the process of implementing a strategic plan to transition to a new, state-of-the-art campus.
Salary:
Salary is commensurate with education and job experience.
Role Overview:
The Assistant Principal works closely with the Principal to provide instructional leadership and support for academics. You will assist the Principal in managing, evaluating, and supervising effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the education program consistent with the school's philosophy, mission, values, and goals. You will engage in organizing and leading instructional programming, extracurricular activities, and outcomes-based evaluations. You will also ensure a safe and orderly climate that supports office operations, emergency procedures, and student needs in physical, emotional, and behavioral health.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are:
- Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsible behavior.
- Use effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community.
- Assist with supervision of co-curricular and extra-curricular events.
- Assist with tardiness and disciplinary issues.
- Evaluate teachers and residential mentors as assigned per the current evaluation system.
- Assist with interviews, selection, and orientation of new employees.
- Assist the Principal in managing, evaluating, and supervising effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the education program consistent with the philosophy, mission, values, and goals of the school including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, and discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.
- Establish a professional rapport with students and with staff that has their respect.
- Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as requested by the principal.
- Assist Principal in organizing and supervising procedures for identifying and addressing special needs of students including health-related concerns, physical, and emotional.
- Inform the principal of any needs or concerns of the operation of the school.
- Maintain visibility with students, teachers, parents, and community members.
- Attend required committee meetings (e.g. pre-IEP meetings, accreditation, curriculum) and other school-sponsored functions.
- Provide positive behavior support to students and staff.
- Protect the confidentiality of records and information gained as part of professional duties.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
- Master's Degree in Education, Special Education, or Education Leadership.
- Valid license or emergency license through the State of Indiana in the Area of Administration/Supervision.
- .Specialized knowledge of and ability to instruct and work with students at several developmental/behavior levels.
- Ability to evaluate educational, vocational, and developmental performance and progress of students and faculty.
- Ability to create and provide a positive learning environment conducive to and supportive of individual growth and development.
- Ability to actively participate in professional continuing education and training as instructed and approved by supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid new parent leave
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
