Assistant Principal - High School

2026-27 Applicant Pool; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke City Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal for a high school in Roanoke, Virginia to provide educational leadership and support for students and staff in alignment with division goals. The role involves supervising instructional program, coordinating pupil services, staff development, and fostering effective communications through meetings and collaboration with parents and community.

Starting date July 1, 2026; salary range $83,014 to $119,700 per year; qualifications include

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education administration and Virginia principal endorsement.
• Experience in teaching and school leadership required.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and implement school improvement plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in administering and evaluating the instructional program.
• Supervise staff, conduct observations, and provide feedback.
• Coordinate pupil services and after-school activities.
• Participate in recruiting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
• Develop annual school plan aligned with division goals.

Skills

Leadership

School administration

Communication

Curriculum development

Education

Master's in Education Administration

VA principal endorsement

Job description

Assistant Principal - High School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5448592
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Dec 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for assisting in the administration of all aspects of the total school program for Roanoke City Public Schools by providing educational leadership for students and staff consistent with division goals.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude other duties if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assists the principal in administering and evaluating the instructional program of the school to include:

• Conducting instructional supervision and evaluation including classroom and teaching observations for assigned areas;
• Implementing curriculum and educational objectives consistent with goals;
• Developing an efficient system for pupil and program appraisal;
• Recommending changes as needed to meet student needs;
• Evaluating grading policies and pupil progress with members of the staff;
• Assisting teachers in planning field trips and using community resources;
• Providing leadership in initiating in-service programs and organizational improvements;
• Providing a climate conducive to effective communications through the use of faculty meetings, committees, and individual conferences;
• Coordinating the use of subject matter specialists, resource teachers, and other resource personnel.

Assists the principal in coordinating and administering pupil personnel services to include:

• Implementing and maintaining a code of acceptable student behavior;
• Coordinating and supervising student affairs including after school activities;
• Coordinating services to students such as guidance, health, special education;
• Participating in eligibility meetings;
• Supervising pupil record keeping;
• Assisting in pupil scheduling.

Assists the principal in administering staff personnel procedures in accordance with approved policies to include:

• Participating in the recruitment, placement, and evaluation of all staff members;
• Employing substitute employees as needed;
• Completing required reports;
• Promoting a healthy and safe work environment;
• Developing in-service training programs for all staff.

Assists the principal in administering the financial/building needs of the school to include.

• Establishing building maintenance schedules and evaluating their effectiveness;
• Maintaining furniture and equipment inventories;
• Supervising the use of the school and grounds by all agencies;
• Ordering necessary instructional materials, textbooks, and equipment and analyzing the usage of such materials in conjunction with the principal.

Assisting the principal in establishing and maintaining an effective school/community relations program to include:

• Communicating with parents by means of school programs, letters, telephone, and personal contact;
• Participating in the activities of the Parent/Teacher Organization and Parent/Teacher Advisory Board;
• Meeting with parent and community groups;
• Communicating and interpreting school division policies, procedures, and regulations.

Assists the principal in developing and evaluating an annual school plan, assuring its coordination with division-wide goals.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of RCPS administration, curriculum, techniques for integrating curriculum, RCPS policies, and effective instructional practices; thorough understanding of the teaching, learning, and administrative processes; ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents, and community; excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must meet endorsement requirements for school principal in the State of Virginia. Master's Degree in education administration and considerable teaching experience. Certification in Instructional Supervision and Administration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Senior school administrative work typically performed in a school setting to include classrooms, cafeteria, and recreational areas. Regular coordination with school bus scheduling requiring outside activity in frequent inclement weather is necessary. Daily liaison activity throughout the school building and grounds is necessary. Occasional attendance to school related activities throughout the state and after normal working hours is necessary. Daily contact is made with students, teachers, and school administrators. Regular contact is made with parents, the community, and school division staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in an office or school office setting.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

RCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Dr. Jesse Mazur - Title IX Coordinator(540) 853-1749.

For inquiries regarding employment non-discrimination policies please contactHuman Resources at 853-2502.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $83,014 to $119,700 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

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