Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal

Bloomfield NM Central Primary School - Bloomfield, New Mexico Open in Google Maps

Job : 5738402

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position: Assistant Principal

Supervisor: Principal

General

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the site principal, the assistant principal assumes administrative responsibility and instructional leadership for the public school assigned, including the discipline of students and the planning, operation, supervision and evaluation of the educational program of the school.

Work Schedule: Contract Days: 210

• Master’s degree in Education or a Master’s degree with 18 semester credit hours of graduate credit in Educational Administration.
• Possess or qualify to possess a valid New Mexico Educational Administrative License.
• Five years certified teaching experience in a secondary school, with three years preferred administration experience.

Physical Requirements: Sitting, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 50 lbs.), reaching, squatting, kneeling, and possible Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) restraint.

Supervision: Under principal’s supervision, this position requires collaboration with the leadership team (Professional Learning Communities), partnering with Athletic Director, District Cabinet, and professional colleagues to carry out the vision of the principal and School District. Other supervisory responsibilities include all full‑time and part‑time building staff (including teachers), nurse, office and technical employees, counselors, ancillary staff, lunchroom supervisors, substitute teachers, student teachers, program directors, cooks, and custodians (sharing of supervision).

Performance Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the performance of school employees and develop professional development plans or job improvement plans to assist employees in improvement.
• Take disciplinary action against school employees.
• Implement district attendance policy at the site level.
• Perform other duties assigned by the principal to implement policies of the local school board.
• Enforce all laws and rules applicable to the school, district, or educational program of the state agency.
• Exercise supervision over students on property belonging to the public school.
• Furnish all reports as required.
• Comply with state approved Code of Ethics of the educational profession.
• Knowledge of and implementation of federal, state and district 504 and SpEd related policies and regulations.

Qualities and Characteristics:

Ethical leadership – The educator demonstrates integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct, promoting the success of the educational community.

Visionary leadership – Drives the success of all students, including those with disabilities and diverse cultures and languages, through shared learning goals and stewardship.

Instructional leadership – Maintains positive school culture, ensures a successful instructional program, applies best practices, and designs comprehensive professional growth plans for staff, facilitating data‑driven change.

Multicultural leadership – Addresses the needs of multicultural, multilingual diverse populations to promote student success.

Leadership in community relations – Collaborates with families and community members, responding to community interests and mobilizing resources.

Political leadership – Understands the political, economic, legal, and social climate of school settings to support student success.

Legal and fiscal leadership – Manages organization, operations, and resources within a legally sound framework for a safe, efficient learning environment.

Personal and professional leadership – Engages in continuous personal and professional development to promote student success.

Position Type: Full‑Time

• Michelle Rhames, Principal
• Central Primary School
• Email: mrhames.nm.us