Assistant Principal - Elementary

East Providence School Department EAST PROVIDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT - East Providence, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

East Providence School Department EAST PROVIDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT - East Providence, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rhode Island State DOE Consortium Job Board

Job : 5883315

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Class

Title:

Assistant Principal – Elementary

Department:
School

Classification:
Administrator – 203 days (two (2) weeks before school opens and two (2) weeks after school ends)

Immediate Supervisor:
Principal

The role of the Assistant Principal is to assist the Principal with the following duties:

• Collaborate with the Curriculum Office to ensure implementation of changes to new curricula, instruction, and assessment.
• Assist the principal in facilitating professional development.
• Supervise, coordinate, and ensure compliance with RTI regulations.
• Schedule State Testing.
• Assist the principal with teacher and staff evaluations.
• Manage discipline referrals for the student body.
• Oversee the detention supervisor.
• Supervise school-sponsored activities.
• Assist with class advisor responsibilities.
• Assist with the supervision of students in the school cafeteria, corridors, and on school grounds.
• Assist the principal with the development of plans for the opening and closing of school.
• Assist the principal with scheduling the building.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as needed and required by the principal.

• Working knowledge of district and school rules, regulations, and policies applicable to the area of assignment.
• Knowledge of current research, trends, and issues in education.
• Ability to work effectively with district personnel, administrators, staff, parents, outside agencies, other school districts, and the community.
• Proven ability and experience in management and team-building.
• Strong record of helping students achieve and sustain academic success.
• Skill in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and the coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effectiveness.
• Ability to use data in the decision-making process, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to continuously elevate professional contributions through ongoing reflection, building on previous learning, and remaining open and receptive to feedback.
• Ability to learn and proficiently use various school-related systems and databases.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to handle difficult in-person situations and telephone inquiries with courtesy, tact, and professionalism.
• Strong record of success in leading and supervising adult staff.
• Familiarity with differentiated instruction and lesson design.
• Expertise in State Testing requirements.
• Knowledge of special education regulations.
• Strong active listening and decision-making skills.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate and convey information and ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
• Proficiency with computers and various software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word); experience with database management preferred.

Education and Experience (Required):

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Valid Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Building Level Administrator Certificate, Pre-Kindergarten–Grade 12.
• At least five (5) years of Pre-Kindergarten–Grade 12 professional education experience.
• Labor relations and supervisory experience required.
• Experience with and training in Response to Intervention (RTI), through RIDE, NRIC, or another credible organization.

• At least three (3) years of experience as a Principal or Assistant Principal.

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