Assistant Principal

Position: Assistant Principal 2026-27 School Year
Location: Northville

Assistant Principal 2026-27 School Year –
Archdiocese of Detroit

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Assistant Principal Job Description The Preschool–8th Grade Building Assistant Principal plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the school, ensuring a safe, productive, and nurturing learning environment for students and staff. This individual will collaborate with faculty, staff, and stakeholders to maintain a high standard of academic excellence and school culture.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field.
• Valid state administrative certification (or eligibility to obtain).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of teaching experience (administrative experience preferred).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and work in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with school management software and educational technology.

Key Responsibilities Drop-Off and Pick-Up Duties

• Oversee and ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient arrival and dismissal process.
• The Assistant Principal greets students each morning and participates in the rotation with the administrative team.
• Collaborate with staff and parent volunteers to manage traffic flow and address safety concerns.
• Coordinate parent volunteers for crossing guard duties and assign staff for porch duty.
• Serve as the crossing guard once a week on Orchard Dr.

Recess and Lunch Supervision

• Supervise students during recess and lunch periods to ensure safety and positive interactions.
• Address and resolve minor conflicts or behavioral issues.
• Work with teachers and the lunch supervisor to secure volunteers for supervision and cleaning.

Communication with Students and Parents

• Maintain open, transparent, and timely communication with parents and students.
• Address student concerns and parent inquiries effectively.
• Participate in parent–teacher meetings and conferences as needed.
• Lead Back to School Night, Middle School Orientation, and Curriculum Night.

Behavior Management and Follow-Through with Behavior Rubrics

• Implement and uphold school-wide behavioral expectations.
• Edit and revise the behavior rubrics yearly and update them on the school website.
• Follow up on student behavior incidents and ensure accountability measures are in place.
• Communicate with parents about behavior updates and collaborate with teachers and the school social worker.
• Coordinate with the school resource officer as necessary.

Collaboration with TLC, Administrative Team, Office Staff, Teachers, and Parish Staff

• Work closely with the Learning Center team and attend Tuesday morning meetings covering students with accommodation plans and curriculum topics.
• Maintain ongoing collaboration with the administrative team, office staff, and parish staff to support the school's mission and vision.
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Pastor and Business Manager and discuss events, student concerns, and school enhancements.
• Support teachers in implementing best instructional practices and school policies, including quarterly meetings for feedback and co-teaching scheduling.

Curriculum

• Collaborate with the administrative team and teachers to ensure new textbooks and supplemental materials are distributed regularly.
• Receive and review the standards checklist from the education technology specialist quarterly.
• Discuss and implement curriculum improvements at TLC meetings.
• Identify domain goals post STAR testing and ensure teacher follow‑through.
• Maintain curriculum alignment and streamline subject area links with the Ed. Tech specialist.

Professional Development Oversight

• Track all teachers’ access to at least 30 hours of professional development per year.
• Collaborate with MANS and maintain the OLV tracking spreadsheet.
• Provide signature sheets for PD sessions and assist in planning and scheduling workshops.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as liaison to PTO, Dad’s Club, Parish Staff, Finance Council, and School Advisory Committee (SAC).
• Collaborate with the PTO board to plan school events and attend major community events (Fun Fair, Bi‑Annual Auctions, Trunk or Treat, etc.).
• Coordinate with the parish accountant and business manager quarterly to review the school’s budget.

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