Middle School Assistant Principal

• Position Type:
  School Administration/ Assistant Principal
• Date Posted: 7/10/2026
• Location:
  
  Legacy Knoll Middle School
• Date Available:
  
  Upon Board Approval

Jackson County School System is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Principal at Legacy Knoll Middle School for the 2026–2027 school year
.

• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field
• Eligible to hold or pursue a GaPSC issued Leadership Certificate
• Successful progressive leadership experience in education, including classroom instruction and demonstrated leadership responsibilities

• Hold a GaPSC-issued Tier I Leadership Certificate
• Successful, progressive experience in instructional leadership roles such as grade-level leadership, department chair, instructional coach, or administrative support roles
• Experience working in a public school district
• Demonstrated ability to support instruction, student achievement, school operations, and staff development

• Work is performed primarily in a standard in-person elementary school setting
• Requires travel between district offices and schools
• Regularly involves standing, walking, speaking, and interacting with students, staff, parents, and community members
• May require occasional lifting of materials or equipment
• Requires regular use of technology, including computers, student information systems, instructional platforms, and communication tools
• Work hours generally align with the school day but include evenings or weekends for school events, meetings, professional development, and district responsibilities
• Must be adaptable to varying school needs, enrollment sizes, and district initiatives

• 220 Day Work Calendar
• Annual Salary based on degree level and previous years of experience in a similar role
• Annual Salary Range (Based on 2025/2026 JCSS Administrative Salary Scale):
  • Masters: $88,888-$103,838
  • Specialist: $90,452-$107,403
  • Doctorate: $95,798-$112,749

The Jackson County School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

The Jackson County School System is a drug-free workplace. A background check will be completed upon hire, which may consist of any or all of the following: criminal and employment histories, credit history (as applicable to the position), education credentials, and motor vehicle driving records.