Assistant Principal

Churchland Primary and Inter; Portsmouth (VA); Presencial; USD 82.000 - 136.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Churchland Primary and Inter in Portsmouth, VA is seeking an Assistant Principal to support the principal, oversee programs, and manage the total school operation in collaboration with staff and families.

This role requires a Virginia Postgraduate Professional License in Administration and Supervision, substantial teaching experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to integrity and equity in a diverse school community.

Formación

• Postgraduate Professional License with endorsement in Administration and Supervision in Virginia.
• Considerable teaching experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership and personal integrity in professional settings.

Responsabilidades

• Performs a variety of administrative duties and manages school resources.
• Upholds discipline and fosters a safe, positive environment.
• Provides instructional leadership and supports program delivery.
• Participates in school improvement planning and staff development.
• Promotes collaboration with staff, families and community partners.
• Serves as acting principal in the principal's absence.

Conocimientos

Oral communication

Written communication

Leadership

Motivation

Stamina

Educación

Postgraduate Professional License in Administration and Supervision (Virginia)

Descripción del empleo

Job Details

Job ID: 5970957
Application Deadline: Nov 26, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL

OVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: 220

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs difficult professional and responsible administrative work assisting the principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the total school program and operation. As part of the administrative team, the assistant principal provides leadership in activities and programs as necessary; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Performs a variety of administrative duties in compliance with school division policies and legal requirements required to assist with the management of assigned human, material, and financial resources necessary for school operation;
• Upholds effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff;
• Shows evidence of instructional leadership and assists with the delivery of required programs or curricular areas necessary to achieve excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals;
• Participates in collaborative development and implementation of school improvement plans;
• Plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs;
• Participates in the provision of staff development programs consistent with program evaluation results and school instructional improvement plans;
• Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem solving techniques;
• Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students, staff, parents, and other community members;
• Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resources and to support the success of a diverse student population; models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions;
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division;
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance student learning and provide service to the profession, the division, and the community.
• Conducts meetings with parents, students and teachers;
• Enforces standards of discipline, health, safety and general welfare for students;
• Assists in the preparation of reports, the maintenance of inventories and the distribution of materials, books and equipment;
• Serves as acting principal in the absence of the principal;
• Serves on division - wide, regional and State committees as necessary;
• Attends after school meetings and activities as required;
• Performs related tasks as deemed necessary.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all programs at the middle school; strong oral and written communication skills; outstanding leadership and personal characteristics; a high degree of ability to motivate others; a high degree of stamina.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires standing, walking, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Postgraduate Professional License with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision in Virginia and considerable teaching experience.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $82,201.92 to $135,576.69 Per Year
Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Geraldine Jackson
• 801 Crawford Street
• Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]