Assistant Principal (2026-2027 SY), Bethlehem Elementary

Henry County Schools; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry County Schools seeks an Assistant Principal to support the Principal and lead school operations across instructional and operational domains. This role emphasizes implementing instructional standards, fostering strong family engagement, and supervising staff and student activities at the school level.

The ideal candidate will hold a Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate (Level 5+), have at least three years of educational experience, and demonstrate integrity, ethics, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for a Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate, Level 5 or higher.
• Minimum of three years of educational experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of standards, curriculum, and instruction.
• Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving standing, walking, and sitting.
• Must supervise students, particularly during emergencies.
• Must perform routine physical activities up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility in the absence of the Principal.
• Keep the Principal apprised of activities and developments affecting school operation.
• Ensure high quality implementation of instructional expectations and assessments.
• Assist in communicating with parents, families, and community partners to gather input and feedback.
• Assist in supervising, observing, and evaluating staff.
• Assist with CSIP development and monitoring to improve student performance.
• Assist with supervising extracurricular programs and student conduct.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Educational standards

Assessment

Education

Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate (Level 5+)

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Principal

Division: Leadership Services/School

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: EAP, MAP, or HAP at Certificate Level

Work Days: High: 220; Middle: 210; Elementary: 205

Essential Duties:

1. Assume responsibility in the absence of the Principal.
2. Keep the Principal apprised of activities, situations, and developments that effect the school operation.
3. Ensure high quality implementation of instructional expectations, including balanced instruction, standards, and formative assessment.
4. Assist the Principal with establishing and maintaining clear, consistent communications with parents, families, and community partners to receive input and feedback on the effectiveness of the school, to improve family engagement, and to resolve concerns.
5. Assist in the supervision, observation, and evaluation of staff.
6. Assist with the development, implementation, and monitoring of the school's Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP) that aims to improve student performance.
7. Assist in the supervision of the extracurricular program.
8. Assist with the supervision of student and staff conduct and monitor their progress toward achieving specified goals.
9. Assist the Principal with establishing a positive school climate that includes high expectations, interactive teaching, clearly defined goals and objectives.
10. Assist the Principal in implementing procedures to ensure a safe and orderly school environment.
11. Supervise student activities, assemblies, and other activities; assist in organizing student activities; assist with the supervision of student orientation, registration, and scheduling.
12. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Hold or be eligible for a Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate, Level 5 or higher.
2. Minimum of three years of successful educational experience.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of standards, curriculum, and instruction.
4. Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
5. Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
6. Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
7. Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
8. Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
9. Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
10. Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
11. Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.