SY High School Assistant Principal

SY 26-27 High School Assistant Principal

The Assistant Principal serves as an instructional and operational leader who collaborates with the principal to ensure the effective management of the school and the success of all students. This position provides leadership in teaching and learning, school culture and climate, student discipline, staff supervision and development, family and community engagement, and daily school operations. The Assistant Principal promotes a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment while supporting the division's mission, strategic priorities, and continuous improvement efforts.

Working in partnership with teachers, staff, students, families, and district leadership, the Assistant Principal uses data-informed decision-making to improve academic achievement, strengthen instructional practices, foster positive relationships, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. The Assistant Principal also serves as a visible instructional leader, modeling professionalism, ethical leadership, equity, and a commitment to excellence in service to students and the school community.

Assist the principal in assigning staff to groups/duties based upon student needs and staff strengths.

Assist the principal in assuming leadership in the development of grade-level or departmental goals consistent with those of the school division.

Assist the principal in facilitating all scheduling related to the instructional program. This includes the master schedule, co-curricular activities, test schedule, building utilization, internal school calendar, etc.

Assist the principal in monitoring the academic progress of students, including analyzing test data and pass/fail rates.

Assists the principal in monitoring the effective delivery of the curriculum.

Assist the principal in promoting the application of technology to teaching and assessing related student learning.

Assist the principal in working with staff and parents to formulate a mission statement and school goals consistent with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the school division.

Assist the principal in planning and implementing effective staff development programs.

Assist the principal in supervising and evaluating all school personnel, professional and classified, in accordance with present practices and policies.

Assist the principal in working cooperatively with the Department of Personnel to select, retain, recognize, and promote personnel.

Assist the principal in establishing and promoting a positive school climate that fosters cooperative working relationships among staff members, encourages success, communicates high expectations, and recognizes the accomplishments of staff and students.

Assist the principal in developing and maintaining a high standard of student conduct in order to provide a positive learning environment.

Assist the principal in communicating all administrative memoranda, division policies and regulations, school rules, etc.

Assist the principal in planning, administering, and supervising the use of school facilities and ensure that the school plant and facilities are attractive, clean, safe, and secure.

Assist the principal in delegating authority to responsible personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal.

Assist the principal in planning, administering, and managing the school budget.

Assist the principal in demonstrating and applying effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Assist the principal in providing for the effective and efficient operation of the school and related facilities, including transportation, food services, and equipment.

Assist the principal in participating in professional growth activities.

Assist the principal in implementing policies, regulations, and directives of the school division, including timely preparation of reports, lists, and other requested paperwork.

Assist the principal in working cooperatively with all school employees.

Assist the principal in working actively with parents and the community to foster positive public relations, including support of civic and community activities/organizations.

Assist the principal in managing, supporting, and evaluating school/business partnerships.

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

Lynchburg City Schools

Competencies:

Honesty

Integrity

Ethical

Equity Minded

Emotional Intelligence

Cultural Competence

Safety

Quality

Models Excellent Customer Service

Thinks Strategically

Shows Initiative

Acts Decisively

Communicates Effectively

Works Collaboratively

Resolves Conflict Proactively

Technical Capabilities:

Computer Literacy

Data Analysis and Management

Fiscal Planning and Management

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Education and Experience:

Master's degree from an accredited college or university

Degree in Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or a related field (preferred)

Valid Virginia Postgraduate Professional License

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