Elementary School Vice Principal
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Elementary School Teachers
Summary
A management position at elementary schools that assists the principal and oversees educational activities and school operations.
Description
The elementary school vice principal serves as an assistant to the principal, handling a wide range of school affairs including daily class operations, child guidance, teacher guidance and evaluation, and parent correspondence. In collaboration with the principal, they oversee the planning and implementation of school operations, crisis management, event operations, safety management, and coordination with the education board and the community. They also promote teacher training and educational environment improvement, playing a role in enhancing the quality of children's learning and daily life.
Future Outlook
Even amid school consolidations due to declining birthrates, the need for high-quality educational management remains high, and the role of the vice principal is increasing in importance. Improvements in ICT utilization and diverse parent correspondence capabilities are required.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility / Values fairness and impartiality
Work Style
Full-time / Management allowance / Seasonal vacations / Weekends and holidays off
Career Path
Elementary School Teacher → Lead Teacher → Vice Principal → Principal → Education Board Guidance Officer
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Parent Correspondence) / Curriculum Development / Leadership / School Affairs Management / Teacher Guidance and Evaluation
Recommended Skills
Crisis Management / Data Analysis / ICT-Utilizing Education / Leadership
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Smooth coordination and trust-building with children, teachers, and parents is necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity is required as the leading role in school reforms and improvements. |
| Planning & Organization | To systematically manage annual events and guidance plans. |
| Problem Solving | Needs to respond quickly and appropriately to sudden problems or troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Tolerance for dealing with diverse stakeholders and long hours is necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Elementary School Teacher License
Aliases
- Vice Principal
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- Elementary School Principal
- Elementary School Teacher
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