Vice Principal, Brahmashakti Special School

**About Organization**

Ekta Shakti Foundation’s philosophy has always been to work with the most under privileged and marginalized children with disability to ensure their rehabilitation and inclusion in mainstream society. Under the aegis of Ekta Shakti Foundation, **Brahmashakti Special School** took birth from the pain of disbelief that society could neglect and marginalize Children with Disability (CwDs) as they are ‘different’ from the ‘norm’. The BSS school was established in 2006 with a vision to create an enabling environment and bring a positive transformation in the life of differently abled children by building their capacities-cognitive, social, vocational, emotional and physical. We offer holistic development services for children affected with autism, pervasive development disorder, developmental disabilities, emotional & behavior challenges and physical disabilities. Brahma Shakti School is registered under the National Trust for the Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disability and the Persons with Disability Act.

**About Position**

**The position of Vice Principal report directly to the Principal/CEO and assume supervision on behalf of or in the absence of the Principal. At the discretion of the Principal, specific responsibilities and latitude of independent action will vary, but he/she will assist in the administration of the school and provide leadership. Vice Principal will assist in the formulation of policies, organizational plans, goals and objectives in order to develop and maintain an educationally effective school of excellence.**

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Plan, manage, assign and supervise special education programs conducted within the school site;
- Attend Individual Educational Program (IEP) meetings, determine class placement and monitor delivery systems for student special education services;
- Direct and monitor school support activities to ensure facilities maintenance, clerical assistance, appropriate record keeping and adherence to department procedures;
- Direct and assist staff through meetings, memos, in-service workshops, classroom demonstrations and site visits;
- Confer and assist in resolving a variety of education-related issues and problems with students, teachers, case workers, parents, school officials and other agency personnel;
- Establish, implement and maintain effective systems for school records and office support services;
- Prepare and present a variety of reports, records and statistical data regarding activities, attendance, physical maintenance, instructional needs and services;
- Assist in developing, maintaining, monitoring and administering program budget(s); monitor and approve expenditures; respond to requests from staff for budget expenditures;
- Assist in the planning, development and implementation of program evaluation systems;
- Plan, develop and implement staff development and in-service training programs;
- Work closely with parents, keeping them appraised of educational activities and soliciting their input for program change and improvement;
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of contracts, collective bargaining agreements, policies and procedures;
- Monitor compliance with all applicable laws in regard to annual renews, re-evaluations, etc.;
- Serve as liaison and coordinate educational programs with a variety of outside agencies, community groups, local school districts and other entities; implement and coordinate parent and advisory group activities, as applicable;
- Establish and maintain clear communications and cooperative working relationships with donors, staff, other agencies, head office through announcements, letters, telephone communications, attendance at meetings and site visits;
- Participate in the acquisition of grants and other sources of funding for the school; coordinate and participate in writing proposals and agreements; ensure that grants and agreements are properly administered;
- Maintain professional competencies in areas of responsibility; maintain contact with and participate in professional job related organizations; serve as a liaison to professional groups;
- Assist teachers and staff with student conflicts and problems;
- Select, train, supervise and evaluate staff;
- Perform related duties as assigned.

**Employment Standards**:
Knowledge of:

- Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction for special education;
- Methods and approaches to planning individualized instructional programs and services, according to identified needs and requirements;
- Principles and practices of modern management including personnel administration, organizational development, collective bargaining, staff development, purchasing and information processing;
- Funding sources for special education programs and the