All Other Duties as Assigned

Explore the wide range of duties inherent in being an assistant principal and gain strategies to achieve success and happiness in this position, whether for a single year or for a career. Written with compassion and accountability and informed by research, this is your complete guide for stepping into your critical role as an opportunity maker striving to foster student success. Ambitious K 12 assistant principals will:Delve into the role of an assistant principal and the wide variety of duties and responsibilities it encompassesLearn how to develop positive, equitable environments for student learning and educator achievementDevelop an understanding of the importance of managerial strategies and compassionate leadershipBenefit from the variety of reproducible professional development activitiesEncourage learning and growth through strong leadershipContentsIntroductionChapter 1: Deciding You Want to Be an Assistant PrincipalChapter 2: Making Time for ManagementChapter 3: Fostering a Positive School Culture and ClimateChapter 4: Developing RelationshipsChapter 5: Protecting and Promoting Priorities and PeopleChapter 6: Leveraging Firm and Fair DisciplineChapter 7: Capitalizing on Teachable MomentsChapter 8: Safeguarding an Equitable Education for AllChapter 9: Taking Time for Teaching and LearningChapter 10: Supporting School Improvement and AccountabilityConclusion: All Other Duties as AssignedAppendix: Quick Reference StrategiesReferences and ResourcesIndex