Middle School Asst Principal​/Derby North Middle

MIDDLE SCHOOL ASST PRINCIPAL / DERBY NORTH MIDDLE

Position Type:

Leadership (Building Level)/Principal

Date Posted:

10/20/2025

Location:

Derby North Middle School

Date Available:

Closing Date:

01/15/2026

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Middle School Assistant Principal:
We are seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to join Derby North Middle School as our next Assistant Principal and Athletic Director beginning with the upcoming 2026-27 school year. This role requires a commitment to academic excellence, a passion for nurturing a positive school culture, and a dedication to ensuring all students thrive and grow. In addition to traditional administrative duties, this position will also oversee and coordinate all athletic programs, promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and excellence in extracurricular activities.

Employee benefits include uncategorized PTO and paid parental leave. All inquiries should be directed to Becky Moeder, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, at  Apply today to be part of a school dedicated to excellence and innovation!

Appications will be accepted until January 15, 2026

Salary: $95,000-$110,000; based on experience

Fringe benefits: $840 Communication & $300 Travel Stipends

Experience with Special Education, Master Schedule construction preferred.

This position is on a 218 day calendar. Projected start/end dates for 2026-27 are July 1, 2026 - June 11, 2027.

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Middle School Assistant Principal

Job Description

Purpose:

The Derby Middle School Assistant Principal assists the principal in providing professional leadership to organize, administer, supervise and evaluate a creative school program. To accomplish these tasks, the Middle School Assistant Principal works closely with the community, staff and administration of Derby Public Schools.

Responsible to:
Principal

Salary:
Annual Contract

Date:
July 2016

Qualifications:

1. Masters degree from an accredited college/university.

2. Current Kansas State Secondary Building Level Administrative Endorsement.

3. Current Kansas State Teaching Certificate on file in the Central Office.

4. Desire to continue career improvement.

Essential Functions:

1. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

a. Assist in providing professional leadership to organize, administer, supervise and evaluate a creative school program.

b. Assist in establishing an optimal learning environment within the school.

c. Ensure that all school programs and activities conform to district guidelines.

d. Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.

e. Work effectively with community organizations.

f. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

g. Responsible for building level special education administration.

h. Support the value of an education.

i. Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.

j. Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

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Physical Requirements /

Environmental Conditions:

a. Requires prolonged sitting or standing.

b. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.

c. Occasionally requires stooping, bending and reaching.

d. Requires the ability to occasionally travel.

e. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.

f. Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.

g. Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities:

1. Assist with the development of a program for the evaluation and improvement of instruction to ensure maximum educational benefits for students.

2. Assist with the development of a functioning education philosophy consistent with the values of the community, teachers, school administration and Board of Education.

3. Assist with the development a comprehensive curriculum and program of services in cooperation with teachers and central office staff.

4. Assist with the development of an atmosphere of respect, interest and enthusiasm within the school.

5. Communicate openly and…