This position is posted until filled.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:The School Support Officer (SSO) is an executive leadership position under the direction of the Network Superintendent. The primary responsibility of the School Support Officer (SSO) is support and development of principals as instructional leaders. School Support Officers (SSOs) in collaboration with the Network Superintendent inform the selection, hiring, and appraising of principals. They are expected to develop principals’ capacity to improve school performance. School Support Officers (SSOs) are also responsible for working in partnership with district departments to monitor and support principals in appropriate implementation and adherence to federal, state, and district policies and procedures.

REPORTS TO:  Network Superintendent

SALARY SCHEDULE: 229 Principal Scale + Supplement

WORK DAYS: 250

REQUIREMENTS:

1.  Education Level:  Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Preferred: Education Specialist or earned doctorate

2.  Experience, Skill, and Certification:  

• Valid Georgia Professional Teaching certification in Education.
• Eligible for Georgia Leadership certification (Tier II).
• Must possess extensive experience in the field of public education to include successful classroom teaching experience and principal experience.
• Must possess budget planning experience.
• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and current issues in the provision of public education programs and services.
• Must possess a demonstrated knowledge of state/federal regulations and accreditation requirements governing public education program.
• Must possess excellent leadership, supervisory, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, paraprofessionals, school administrative staff, parents, guardians, the community, and central office administrative staff.
• Must possess excellent leadership, management, and communication skills.
• Must possess experience supervising and providing performance feedback professional staff, managing budgets, and developing and interpreting student population projections and teacher allocation.
• Demonstrated strong computer skills in required.
• Must possess the ability to speak effectively before large groups and high-level executives.
• Proficient in the use of technology
• Proven ability to communicate well with parents and staff.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, administrative work, and special projects.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and school administration.
• Must possess the following skill-based competencies to satisfactorily perform the function of the position: analyzing; effective listening; facilitating meetings; and guiding others.

Preferred: Experience in a large urban system characterized by multi- ethnic and cultural diversity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Establish a relationship with principals based on common goals, trust, and mutual accountability.
• Collaborate with principals to identify leadership strengths and weaknesses; and determine a coaching plan to improve practice.
• Coach and support principals’ work to improve school performance and create equitable opportunities for diverse learners.
• Observe principals and provide feedback related to principals’ leadership effectiveness.
• Provide principals’ feedback that is clearly defined and aligned to district strategic priorities and campus needs to bolster student achievement and well-being.
• Work collaboratively with the Network Superintendent to achieve goals aligned to the district vision and strategic priorities.
• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support the principal in developing campuses’ short term and long-term school improvement goals.
• Coordinate with district departments and advocate for the deployment of resources to support principals’ work as appropriate.
• Guide principals in the strategic allocation of fiscal and human resources to support campus in achieving school improvement goals.
• Assist principals with resolving issues and removing obstacles that impede improving school performance.
• Serve as a liaison between the school and internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage in development and continuous improvement to help principals grow as instructional leaders.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Incumbents will receive an annual contract. The work calendar will be 250 days. Salary will be determined based on the level of certification and allowable experience on the 229 Principal Scale + Supplement.   New 03-2024                                                                                           

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A responsibility is considered to be “non-essential” (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:

• it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
• it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.

Note the responsibility number from the list in the “Duties and Responsibilities” section for those responsibilities that could be considered “non-essential” based on this definition.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS

Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below.

OFFICE   Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.

EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS

     (Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)

[x] Occasional heavy lifting of up to 15  pounds of materials, etc.

[] Frequent climbing up to ___ feet, and/or working on building roofs.

[] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, and other airborne matter.

[] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals, or other potential hazards.

[X] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.

[X] Other: Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. _