Assistant Principal, Secondary (2026-2027)

School District of Indian River County; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Indian River County is seeking an Assistant Principal to support the principal in implementing the district's instructional vision and focused plan for improving student achievement.

You will assist instructional staff in strengthening practices while building strong partnerships with families and the community. A Master's in Educational Leadership and a valid admin certification are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
• 3–5 years of instructional, social work, guidance or administrative experience.
• Certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership.
• Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in implementing the district’s instructional vision.
• Support instructional staff to improve classroom practices and student achievement.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the community.

Skills

Instructional leadership

Coaching & feedback

Data-driven decision making

Budget management

Communication

Educational standards

Education

Master's degree in Educational Leadership

Job description

Description

Ability to identify and describe effective instructional practices and provide feedback.
Knowledge of appropriate coaching techniques and professional development to instructional
staff to improve the quality of instruction throughout the school. Ability to prepare and manage a
school budget. Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements. Ability to analyze, interpret and
use data for decision making. Ability to objectively manage employee performance and growth
through feedback and coaching. . Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Knowledge of
educational theory and practices, including a focus on standards-based instruction. Ability to use
data for purposeful planning and problem solving and as a basis for decision making. . Ability to
read and interpret applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures. Ability to carry out job
responsibilities and handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. Skill in interacting
and communicating effectively with multiple audiences, including staff, parents, students, and
community members. Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications. Knowledge
and understanding of all positions supervised. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize activities
related to assignments. Ability to work independentl y and make decisions with minimum
supervision. Ability to handle multiple tasks in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to
tolerate highly stressful situations. Ability to delegate and monitor assignments.

Job Summary

To assist and support the principal in implementing the District’s strategic goal of
establishing and implementing an instructional vision and focused plan for improving
student achievement in addition to providing support for instructional staff in
strengthening their instructional practices while building strong partnerships with
families and the community.

Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related educational field from an
   accredited educational institution.
2. Three (3) to five (5) years of successful instructional, social work, guidance, or
   administrative experience.
3. Certification in Administration and Supervision or Educational Leadership.
4. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.

Salary Information

Administrative. Assistant Principal Salary Schedule. Two hundred twenty days worked per year (11 months). FLSA Exempt.