Deputy Principal of Compulsory Education School
ぎむきょういくがっこうふくこうちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Compulsory Education School Teachers
Summary
Educational manager who supports school management and operations, assists the principal in formulating educational policies, guiding teachers and staff, and providing student guidance.
Description
The Deputy Principal of a Compulsory Education School assists the principal in their duties and is responsible for the overall management and operation of the school. Specifically, they handle a wide range of tasks including formulating educational policies, planning annual events, managing and guiding teachers' and staff's duties, adjusting the curriculum, student guidance and responding to problematic behavior, parent correspondence, and more. They also manage budgets related to school operations and coordinate with external organizations. In the absence of the principal, they may act as the top decision-maker for the school. High communication skills, leadership, and problem-solving abilities are required, as is an understanding of laws, regulations, and educational trends.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrates and work-style reforms, there is a demand for efficient school operations and responses to diverse educational needs. The importance of ICT utilization and team-based leadership is increasing, and deputy principals will be required to have even stronger management skills and flexible responsiveness.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / Excellent Judgment / Good Teamwork / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Collaboration Duties / Desk Work / Full-time / In-school Duties / Overtime Work
Career Path
Teacher (Elementary/Junior High School Teacher) → Grade Director → Curriculum Director → Deputy Principal (Vice Principal) → Principal → Education Board Staff
Required Skills
Curriculum Design / Knowledge of Education Laws / Parent and Community Collaboration / School Management and Operations / Student Guidance / Teacher and Staff Guidance and Evaluation
Recommended Skills
Budget Management / Communication Skills (English) / Crisis Management / Data Analysis / ICT Utilization Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Due to frequent coordination with teachers and staff, parents, students, and the community. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To demonstrate leadership and proactively promote actions. |
| Planning & Organization | Organizational planning for annual plans and event operations is necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are essential for handling troubles and problematic behavior. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress arises from dealing with diverse stakeholders. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Ability to unite teachers and staff as an in-school team is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is budget management, but little specialized numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Completion of Principal/Vice Principal Training Course
- Teaching License
Aliases
- Deputy Principal
- Vice Principal
Related Jobs
- Curriculum Director
- Elementary School Teacher
- Grade Level Director
- Junior High School Teacher
- Principal of Compulsory Education School