Assistant Superintendent Job Description

The assistant superintendent ensures that schools operate efficiently for students.

An assistant superintendent works with the superintendent to oversee school curriculum and ensure students receive the best educational experience. Assistant superintendents work on school policies and programs that improve the quality of the education that students receive.

Job Duties

Assistant superintendents oversee all human resource duties in the school or school system including contract negotiation. The person in this role evaluates existing educational programs for effectiveness and actively seeks new programs to improve the quality of education in the school system. The assistant superintendent coordinates training programs for teachers and school staff.

Qualifications

An assistant superintendent should have a master's degree in education and school administration. The successful candidate should have a teaching certificate in the school district and have experience as an educator. School districts may require experience in school administration for a position as an assistant superintendent.

Skills

Assistant superintendents should have leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively orally and in written communications. The employee in this role should have negotiating skills for contract negotiations with teachers and staff.

Salary

The average salary for an assistant superintendent was $69,000 as of July 2010, according to Indeed.com. The salary of the assistant superintendent depends on the school district and the experience of the candidate.

References

• Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District: Job Description
• Watertown Public Schools: Assistant Superintendent Job Description
• Indeed: Assistant Superintendent Salary