2026 Middle School Administrative Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY, EDUCATION, AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Administrative Coordinator supports the Building Principal in both a leadership and management role to help foster a challenging and enriching environment that inspires students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners.

• Bachelors degree required, preferably in Education
• Must possess at all times during employment a Nebraska Standard Administrative Certificate and a Nebraska Teaching Certificate with such endorsements as required by NDE Rule 10 and all other certification and training as required or assigned
• Clear a state criminal record check and a child abuse check
• Demonstrate dependability on the job (being punctual with regular, consistent attendance)
• Demonstrate positive attitude, school loyalty, cooperation, teamwork, and safety mindedness on the job
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of student information

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, WITH FREQUENCIES:

1. (C) Support student learning by supporting the leadership and administration of the Building Principal in order to motivate instructional and support personnel to strive for superior performance in order to provide the best opportunities for student growth and development; create a school climate which encourages a cooperating attitude from all teachers and students; maintain high standards for teacher and student behavior focused on mutual respect

1. (C) Exhibit exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a wide variety of audiences; observe and appraise teachers and support staff to provide instructional coaching; counsel and/or discipline students, effectively communicate with parents regarding student progress, develop positive working relationships with teachers and other school staff members, maintain cooperative relationships with local businesses and the community to help meet educational needs and further the interests of the District
2. (C) Demonstrate professionalism at all times, by serving as a role model to students, exercising good judgment, effectively collaborating with teachers and parents in a courteous and honest manner, conducting oneself according to the policies of the District and the Nebraska Board of Education, using appropriate methods to reinforce positive behaviors and resolve conflicts with students and other staff members
3. (C) Regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job in order to maintain a student's regular routines, foster student learning and build student relationships; the ability to perform the identified tasks and possess the identified knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the identified work activities; the ability to perform the identified physical requirements

(Duties may vary by season or student grade levels; however, examples of typical performance responsibilities are listed below (not intended to be all-inclusive). There may be other duties assigned to an Administrative Coordinator by the Building Principal as part of fulfilling goals that support student learning.)

Performance Responsibilities/Job Tasks

• Assist the Principal with the development and maintenance of a positive educational program designed to meet the needs of all students and to carry out the policies of the Board of Education.
• Assist the Principal to provide a leadership structure to ensure rules and instructions to school employees and students are in compliance with Board policy.
• Observe and collaborate with teachers to develop and maintain effective teaching strategies
• Conduct appraisals for teachers and support staff and provide instructional coaching when necessary
• Maintain accurate and complete student records of attendance, absences, tardys, and other information as required by laws and District policies, facilitating communications with parents when needed
• Enforces all District policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct
• Provides for the reasonable care, protection, and safety of students at all times, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to Building Principal
• Supervise students in and out of the classroom, track missing assignments from students and prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
• Address with parents any student concerns or discipline issues; maintain all discipline data for state reporting purposes
• Participates in professional activities and staff development as assigned and as needed to maintain professional competence
• Develops and maintains a positive rapport with students and parents
• Develops and maintains positive and professional working relationships with Administrators and other staff members
• Utilize instructional materials and other resources in a competent and effective manner, exercising confidentiality when necessary, including computers, email, electronic student information systems
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests and refer them for alternative services provided by the District, such as ELL, SPED, HALE, specialized reading
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, counselors and administrators in order to resolve student behavioral or academic problems
• Organizes and maintains records of building facility use and communicates with specific organizations on such activities and schedules
• Encourages parent or community involvement by promptly returning phone calls and answering emails
• Attend staff meetings, participate in curriculum review and design meetings, and serve on committees, as required