Assistant Principal (Anticipated Vacancy)

MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL; Gerrardstown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Ridge Middle School in Gerrardstown, WV, is seeking an Assistant Principal for an anticipated vacancy with an immediate starting date. The role supports the Principal in leading the school and advancing student achievement in a collaborative, district-wide environment.

The position requires a Masters Degree and a WV administrative certificate, plus three years of teaching experience. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this central

Qualifications

• Masters Degree and WV administrative certificate required.
• Three years of successful teaching experience.
• Administrative leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in the performance of leadership responsibilities for effective school administration.
• Coordinate scheduling, staff supervision, and student services to support student achievement.
• Oversee discipline, attendance, and the instructional program in collaboration with the Principal.
• Assist in enrollment, orientation, and placement of students; contribute to curricular offerings and program innovations.
• Support preparation of reports and coordination of county activities and state testing programs.

Education

Masters Degree

West Virginia administrative certificate

Job description

Assistant Principal (Anticipated Vacancy)

Berkeley County Schools (WV) Mountain Ridge Middle - Gerrardstown, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

Assistant Principal (Anticipated Vacancy)

Berkeley County Schools (WV) Mountain Ridge Middle - Gerrardstown, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Berkeley County Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5921764

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Who WeAre

Located just 75 miles from Washington, D.C. in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Berkeley County is the fastest growing county in the state of West Virginia. Our close proximity to D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia makes Berkeley County an exciting place to live & learn.

Berkeley County Schools boasts a diverse population recognized statewide for great success in academics, the arts and athletics. With 4 high schools, 6 middle, 6 intermediate school, 16 elementary schools and a universal Pre-K program, our 32 schools serve a student population of more than 19,250 strong and growing. Our more than 2,000+ employees __ including teachers, principals, office assistants, paraprofessionals, custodians, nutrition services staff, technology staff and administrators __ are committed to limitless learning opportunities and child-centered excellence!

We are looking for individuals passionate in their commitment to maximizing individual student performance. Make the choice to join our team and become a part of a collaborative, responsive culture committed to multiple pathways to grow and shape your career.

• Job Title Assistant Principal
• Job Type Administrative - Assistant Principal

Job Type Description

The Assistant Principal assists the Principal in the performance of the various leadership responsibilities, which are attendant to the successful administration of the school. The specific duties are assigned by the Principal.

Salary Schedule

Berkeley County Schools Teacher Pay Scale based upon degree level and years of experience plus appropriate school assistant principal index.

Specialized Skills

Masters Degree, West Virginia administrative certificate, three years successful teaching experience.

Additional Job Information

See job description below. Current employees must complete a full administrative application. A transfer/internal application is not accepted for this position.

Endorsement Code

0002-Principal Junior/Senior High School

0003-Principal Elementary/Junior High School

0012__Elementary/Middle/Junior High School Principal

0013__Middle/Junior/Senior High School Principal

0015__Principal (PK-AD)

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

POSITION: Assistant Principal

LOCATION: Assigned School

DIVISION: Administration and Support Services

RESPONSIBILITY: Assist the principal to fulfill his/her responsibilities for effective administration and organization of the school.

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Principal

I. An assistant principal maintains positive work habits by:

a) Adhering to appropriate safety, hygiene, and health standards and maintaining safety of work area.

b) Adhering to schedules; being punctual.

c) Demonstrating flexibility and adjusting to change.

d) Adhering to and implementing new responsibilities and assignments.

e) Working cooperatively with the educational team as well as demonstrating courtesy and tact in interpersonal relations.

f) Using good judgment and making sound decisions.

g) Adhering to all school, county, and state policies and procedures.

h) Demonstrating dependability.

i) Understanding and implementing the job description.

j) Performing additional, reasonable job-related responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor.

II. An assistant principal performs duties efficiently and productively by:

a) Assuming full charge of the school in the absence of the principal, subject to the same definitions and limitations of responsibility and authority as the principal.

b) Assisting in the supervision, distribution, and inventory of textbooks and instructional supplies.

c) Assisting in the preparation of reports.

d) Assisting in coordinating ancillary services necessary for the operation of the school. These services include, but are not limited to, transportation, support services, pupil services, health and social services, federal programs, and special education.

e) Assisting the staff with student relations, personnel development, community relations, student discipline, attendance, and the instructional program.

f) Assisting in the review, selection, and recommendation of equipment and instructional supplies.

g) Assisting in conducting needs assessments and making recommendations for curricular offerings and program innovations.

h) Assisting in the scheduling of extra-curricular activities, scheduling classes, and the preparation of student schedules.

i) Assisting in maintaining discipline and designing alternative methods of discipline for both instructional and ancillary staff.

j) Assisting in providing for teacher accountability systems which might include reviewing lesson plan books, monitoring grades, documenting student progress, and reviewing homeroom registers, etc.

k) Assisting in enrollment, orientation, and placement of students.

l) Assisting in coordinating a county activity calendar and supervising county contests and competitions.

m) Assisting in coordinating the state testing program and college entrance placement activities.

n) Assisting in supervising school-sponsored activities involving students which occur during out-of-school days.

o) Assisting in providing a system of monitoring and documenting student progress and other statistics, i.e., attendance, drop-out information, etc.

p) Assisting in the supervision of instruction and evaluation and implementation of the school’s instructional program.

q) Assisting in the planning and presentation of staff development programs and regularly scheduled faculty and instructional meetings.

r) Assisting in arranging for substitute teachers and provide appropriate orientation and evaluation of their performance.

III. An assistant principal maintains or upgrades skills by:

a) Working toward self-improvement.

b) Reacting favorably to constructive criticism.

c) Attending inservice training and available workshops.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Lee-Dorah Wokpara , Recruiter/Talent Management Coordinator
• 1453 Winchester Ave
• Berkeley Co. Schools -- HR Dept.
• Martinsburg, West Virginia 25405
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• Email: [e-mail]