Assistant Principal of Academics

Young World Physical Education; Tuba City (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for an Assistant Principal of Academics in Tuba City, Arizona. This role involves providing instructional leadership to enhance student achievement. You will manage schedules, evaluate staff, and oversee various educational programs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's and a Master's in education administration, and experience in teaching and administration. The position offers full-time employment in a supportive environment focused on academic excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience at high school level.
• School administrator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of the master schedule.
• Analyze past school performance for new programs.
• Assist evaluation of instructional staff.
• Oversee IEP, EL, GT programs on campus.
• Participate in workshops, in-services, and staff development.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to establish working relationships

Organizational skills

Data analysis abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in education administration

ADE Principal Certificate

Job description

Assistant Principal of Academics

Tuba City Unified School District Tuba City High School - Tuba City, Arizona. Open in Google Maps.

Assistant Principal – Academics

Job Details

Job ID: 5746266
Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: May 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Assistant Principal - Academics

DESCRIPTION: Responsible for assisting the principal to provide the instructional and administrative leadership necessary for addressing student achievement and overall school effectiveness.

REPORTS TO: Principal

DEPARTMENT: Instruction

JOB TYPE: Full-time

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

CALENDAR TYPE: 11 month

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university. Master’s degree or higher in education administration.
• Minimum of three years of teaching experience at high school level.
• School administrator experience is preferred or academic coach or teacher leader.
• ADE Principal Certificate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with development and implementation of the master schedule and student schedules.
• Analyze and assess past school performance in order to plan for new programs.
• Assist with evaluation of instructional staff.
• Implement and review data related to common assessments such as district assessment.
• Implement and oversee RtI program/MTSS.
• Remain abreast of current curriculum trends, instructional strategies, practices, developments, instructional materials and related governmental procedures and guidelines.
• Conduct classroom visits to support teachers in classroom management and instructional strategies.
• Assist in the selection of school personnel.
• Plan activities for professional development.
• Develop and implement teacher orientations.
• Participate in workshops, in-services, and other administrative staff development activities.
• Plan, coordinate and follow up school academic teams/competitions.
• Curriculum/scope and sequence, lesson plans and substitute lesson plans follow up.
• Coordinate and review data from academic software.
• Monitor staff mentorship program.
• Oversee IEP, EL, GT and programs in the campus.
• Attend student activities and events outside of the academic day.
• Coordinate before and after school programs and clubs.
• Work collaboratively with parents, school, and community on all school related matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
• Ability to organize special programs for assigned campus.
• Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and work processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Ability to use effective interview techniques, effective public speaking skills, and problem‑solving skills.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Light Work: may require occasional light lifting.
• Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
• Position is in office setting and may involve prolonged work at a desk in one location.
• Moderate travel is required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements, physical demands, work conditions and environment listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Melissa A. Natoni, HR Admin. Asst.
• Tuba City High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]