Assistant Principal - Elementary School (2026-2027 SY)

Norwalk Public Schools; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Public Schools seeks an Assistant Principal for Shaw Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. This administrator will support the Principal in directing programs, supervising staff, and advancing school goals.

In the absence of the Principal, you will act as the authoritative leader and collaborate with teachers, families, and central office to ensure high-quality instruction and student achievement. 12-month administrative position with salary per NASA contract.

Qualifications

• Must hold CSD Active Intermediate Administrator certification 092 or be eligible.
• CSD Special Education or Related Services endorsement or certificate.
• Successful leadership experience.
• Experience in elementary school teaching or related services preferred.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be acceptable as determined by the Superintendent/Board.

Responsibilities

• Assist Principal in directing, coordinating and evaluating school programs and staff.
• Lead and act as administrator in Principal's absence; supervise staff and coordinate with parents.
• Develop master schedule; implement policies and instructional programs; participate in committees.
• Monitor attendance and collaborate with special education and guidance departments.
• Conduct classroom observations, evaluate staff, and communicate with Central Office.

Skills

Teaching knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience with young children

Clear directives

Active listening

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

CSD Active Intermediate Administrator certification 092 or eligible

CSD Special Education or Related Services endorsement/certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Administration - Secondary/ Assistant Principal


• Date Posted: 8/19/2026


• Location: Shaw Elementary School

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

DR RUBY SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Position Description

Assists the elementary school Principal as assigned in directing, coordinating, supervising and evaluating the programs, activities and staff of the elementary school. Receives general direction from the elementary school Principal. Exercises direct supervision over elementary school staff members as assigned. Acts as the authoritative leader of the school when the Principal is absent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Recruitment, Selection and Orientation

• Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and screening of building staff


• Provide leadership and curriculum development


• Implement Board of Education policies


• Assist in the development of the master schedule

Staff Supervision, Evaluation and Records

• Conduct classroom observations, staff conferences and provide written evaluation reports as assigned by Principal


• Meet regularly with assigned departments


• Evaluate professional staff as assigned by Principal


• Supervise non-certified staff in assigned areas


• Monitor students' schools and classroom attendance


• Work closely with special education and guidance departments

Instructional Programs

• Maintain current knowledge of new developments in curriculum and instruction


• Implement all established and new instructional programs


• Participate in in-service curriculum meetings


• Work with curriculum supervisors to improve curriculum


• Participate in the in-school Planning and Placement Team


• Participate in system-wide committees

Communications

• Act as a liaison with parents; initiate home communication with parents to achieve greater pupil efficiency in school


• Communicate data to Central Office and other agencies

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Knowledge of effective teaching techniques and instructional practices that result in quality learning for all students


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with others


• Experience working with young children


• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing


• Effective, active listening skills


• Organizational and problem solving skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• CSD Active Intermediate Administrator certification 092 or eligibility


• CSD Special Education or Related Services endorsement or certificate


• Successful leadership experience


• Successful elementaryschoolteaching and/or related services experience preferred


• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Norwalk Board of Education may find appropriate

Days: 12 Month Administrative
Salary: In accordance with the NASA contract

Norwalk is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Norwalk Board of Education to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities; and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender pregnancy, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.