Secondary Assistant Principal Pool

Secondary Assistant Principal Pool

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) serves nearly 36,000 students in more than 65 schools across a 90-square-mile district in Southwest Ohio. As Ohio's highest-performing large urban school district, CPS ranks among the top districts statewide for student learning and growth while offering families high-quality school choices and innovative academic programs.

The district's investment in exceptional educators, innovative programming, and strong community partnerships has accelerated student achievement and school performance to the highest levels in decades, ensuring students graduate prepared for success in college, careers, and life.

Cincinnati Public Schools seeks creative, innovative, passionate problem-solvers who are committed to making a positive impact on students, families, and communities every day. We invite talented educational leaders to join our team and help shape the future of Cincinnati Public Schools.

Cincinnati Public Schools is establishing a Secondary Assistant Principal Pool to identify and develop a strong pipeline of highly effective secondary school leaders. Candidates selected for the pool may be considered for current and future Secondary Assistant Principal vacancies throughout the district.

Selection into the pool does not guarantee placement; however, candidates may be considered for vacancies as they become available during the life of the pool.

Secondary Assistant Principals serve as instructional leaders who support student achievement, school culture, teacher development, operational excellence, and community engagement. Working collaboratively with the principal and school leadership team, Assistant Principals help create safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous learning environments where all students are prepared for postsecondary success.

Assistant Principals support the implementation of district initiatives while ensuring equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students.

• Instructional leadership
• Curriculum implementation
• Assessment and accountability
• Graduation readiness
• College and career pathways
• Continuous school improvement

• Shared leadership and collaborative decision-making
• Data-driven problem-solving
• Strategic planning and implementation
• Staff supervision, coaching, and evaluation
• School operations and resource management

• Equity-focused leadership
• Cultural responsiveness
• Inclusive educational practices
• Restorative practices
• Student engagement and belonging
• Positive school culture and climate

• Effective communication and conflict resolution
• Family and community partnerships
• Stakeholder engagement
• Relationship building and collaboration

• Ongoing professional learning
• Leadership development
• Reflective practice

• English Learner (EL/ESL) programming
• Special education services and compliance
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Student attendance and engagement strategies
• Technology integration and innovation

• Support the principal in defining and communicating the school's mission, vision, goals, and expectations.
• Assist in implementing district curriculum and instructional initiatives.
• Monitor student achievement data and support school improvement planning efforts.
• Promote high-quality instructional practices that improve outcomes for all students.
• Support teacher development through coaching, observation, feedback, and professional learning.
• Assist in implementing interventions and supports that address achievement gaps and improve student outcomes.

• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Support implementation of restorative practices and student-centered discipline systems.
• Lead initiatives related to attendance, behavior, graduation readiness, and student engagement.
• Promote equitable access to rigorous coursework, extracurricular opportunities, and support services.
• Support the social, emotional, and academic…