Middle School Assistant Principal

Middle School Assistant Principal (Job )

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

• 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

• 210 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

Thank you for your interest in joining Jackson County Schools. Our selection process ensures that we identify the most qualified candidates for our team. Administrators will prioritize candidates who meet both the preferred and minimum qualifications for each position and will select individuals for interviews as positions become available.

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.

Due to the volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application or interview status cannot be provided in writing, over the phone, or in person. All applicants who submit a complete application package will be considered but may not necessarily receive notification or an interview. The job posting may be subject to being closed at any time without notice.

Only those qualified candidates who are selected for an interview shall receive notification upon the filling of this vacancy.