Huntingburg Elementary School Assistant Principal

Huntingburg Elementary School Assistant Principal

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Assistant Principal
• Date Posted: 7/9/2026
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP

Reports To: Huntingburg Elementary Principal

The Huntingburg Elementary Assistant Principal assists the Principal in providing instructional leadership and administrative support to promote student achievement, foster a positive school climate, and ensure the effective and efficient operation of the school. The Assistant Principal helps create a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment while supporting students, staff, families, and the broader school community.

• Support the implementation of the school's instructional vision, goals, and improvement initiatives.
• Assist in monitoring curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive instructional feedback.
• Support Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and coordinate professional development opportunities.
• Analyze student achievement data to identify strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Principal and staff to implement continuous school improvement efforts.

• Promote a positive, inclusive school culture and climate.
• Oversee student attendance and implement attendance improvement strategies.
• Assist with student discipline using restorative practices and progressive discipline procedures.
• Coordinate student support services with counselors, teachers, interventionists, and other support personnel.
• Assist in developing and implementing student behavior intervention plans.
• Support Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI) processes and programs.
• Assist with the supervision, evaluation, and professional growth of certified and classified staff.
• Coordinate substitute teacher coverage and support daily building operations.
• Participate in staff recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring.
• Foster collaboration, professionalism, and positive staff morale.

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the school.
• Oversee student arrival, dismissal, transportation, cafeteria supervision, and other operational procedures.
• Support school safety planning, emergency preparedness, crisis response, and required safety drills.
• Coordinate standardized testing and assessment administration.
• Assist in preparing reports required by the district, state, and federal agencies.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal to support the needs of the school and its students.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with families and community partners.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student concerns, school programs, and initiatives.
• Participate in PTO meetings, school events, and community activities.
• Develop and support partnerships with local organizations that enhance student learning and school programs.

• Ensure compliance with district policies and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student, personnel, and school records.
• Support the implementation of Section 504 Plans, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and other legal requirements.

• Master's degree in Educational Leadership or a related field.
• Valid Indiana Building-Level Administrator License or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Minimum of three years of successful elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional best practices, assessment, school improvement, student discipline, and educational leadership.

• Ability to move throughout the school building and campus.
• Ability to supervise students during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to perform the physical demands associated with daily school operations.

The successful candidate:

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Builds positive, collaborative relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Uses data to inform instructional and organizational decision-making.
• Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Promotes collaboration, continuous improvement, and a culture of high expectations.
• Models a student-centered leadership philosophy and a commitment to equity and excellence.