Vaughn Middle School Assistant Principal

vaughn middle school assistant principal

secondary education

administrative - licensed - assistant principal - all secondary

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open date 09/16/2026

closing date

the assistant principal serves as a key instructional leader and administrative officer of the school. The assistant principal contributes to the school's mission, vision, and core beliefs by promoting academic excellence, equity, and a safe, inclusive learning environment. This role includes full oversight of the early childhood special education (ecse) program and requires a strong commitment to early learning and special education compliance and quality.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

• involves staff, students, families, and the community in achieving the school's mission and vision.
• recognizes and responds to the individual needs of a diverse population of students and staff.
• applies strong human relations skills and cultivates a positive school climate.
• encourages and empowers leadership in others across all roles.
• analyzes relevant information to make informed decisions, delegates responsibilities appropriately, and provides support and follow-up.
• coordinates the effective use of human, material, and financial resources.
• bonds the school community through shared values, trust, and collaboration.
• manages and supports constructive change initiatives aligned with school improvement.
• participates in professional groups.

• articulates and defends school beliefs and decisions clearly and persuasively.
• demonstrates effective verbal and nonverbal communication, modeling professionalism and integrity.
• exemplifies the behaviors and values expected of staff and students.
• maintains consistent, transparent communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• actively involves staff, parents, students, and the community in setting school goals.
• collaboratively develops and applies decision-making processes.
• applies consensus-building techniques to support inclusive school leadership.

• demonstrates expertise in curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices.
• encourages staff and students to engage in co-curricular and enrichment activities.
• supports differentiated instruction, curriculum adaptation, and assessment strategies to meet the needs of all learners across various settings.

• regularly evaluates instructional strategies for effectiveness, alignment, and impact.
• applies best practices in teaching and learning for both children and adult learners.
• promotes effective classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement, including the strategies defined through teacher clarity work, and science of reading.

• sets and maintains high expectations for students, staff, families, and self.
• guides teachers in using instructional approaches that align with student learning styles and needs.
• encourages goal-setting and provides support to help staff and students achieve success.
• designs and facilitates staff development programs based on school and educator needs.
• encourages ongoing professional growth and learning through various opportunities.
• actively engages in personal and professional development to model continuous learning.

• uses multiple techniques and strategies to evaluate student learning and instructional effectiveness.
• demonstrates proficiency in student data systems and instructional technology.
• analyzes achievement data to guide decisions on instruction and interventions.
• leads high-functioning professional learning communities (plcs).
• implemen…