Assistant Principal

Position Type:
Administration/ Assistant Principal
Date Posted: 6/3/2026

Location:

District Wide

Assistant Principal

$68,575–135,272 (Commensurate with experience and school level)

Principal

Exempt

12-months (260 days)

The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the Principal in providing administrative and educational leadership for the school to which they are assigned. The Assistant Principal reports directly to the Principal.

• Assists the principal, faculty, and staff in the planning, development, and administration of the assigned school as directed by the principal.
• Assists in the development of school policy.
• Promotes student achievement, attendance, and adjustment conducive to school success.
• Assumes major responsibility for instruction, student discipline and welfare, guidance and counseling services, or administrative services as delegated by the principal.
• Assists in the orientation of new teachers.
• Coordinates and assists in student orientation and class scheduling as directed.
• Assists teachers with classroom activities.
• Observes teachers for evaluation, holds observation conferences, and writes reports as directed by the principal.
• Coordinates and assists with the substitute teacher program.
• Supervises use of buildings, grounds, and school plant emergency procedures as directed.
• Assists in the coordination and supervision of student and school activities as directed.
• Assists the administration in planning strategies for an effective educational program.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of school or student calendars, handbooks, schedules, bulletins, and publicity.
• Confers with parents, teachers, counselors, support services personnel, and students as needed.
• Assists in preparing and maintaining necessary records, budgets, and reports for the school.
• Assists in developing and maintaining an effective school‑community relations program for the school.
• Assists with the integration of technology in the curriculum.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

• Possess leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with pupils, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to take independent initiative while committing to collaboration.
• Ability to employ tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment in dealing with sensitive issues and challenging situations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Experience in curriculum development and implementation.
• Knowledge of relevant educational policies and procedures.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible work schedule and changing priorities.

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or educational institution.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of successful experience as a teacher, preferably at the elementary school level.
• Certification and License: Valid Postgraduate Professional license with Administration and Supervision PreK‑12 endorsement.

The duties are primarily performed in an office environment, with no unusual physical demands. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.