Coventry Elementary School Assistant Principal 1.0 FTE

Fayette County Public Schools; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Coventry Oak Elementary in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking a 1.0 FTE Assistant Principal to support the principal and lead instructional and operational initiatives. Candidates will promote student achievement, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with district policies while fostering a safe, engaging school environment.

The role requires a Master’s Degree, Kentucky Principal Certification, and proven teaching experience, with strong data-driven decision making and collaboration with the SBDM

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience
• Kentucky Certification as School Principal

Responsibilities

• Assists the principal in instructional and operational responsibilities.
• Supervises and evaluates certified and classified personnel as assigned by the principal.
• Serves as building supervisor during the Principal's absence and assists with administrator roles.
• Analyzes data to inform decisions about curriculum, instruction and assessment to increase student achievement.
• Communicates openly with the principal and staff; serves as liaison with families.

Education

Master’s Degree

Three (3) years of successful teaching experience

Kentucky Certification as School Principal

Job description

Coventry Elementary School Assistant Principal 1.0 FTE

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Job Details

Job ID: 5920816

Application Deadline: Sep 24, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Fayette County Public Schools, KY JOB DESCRIPTION – Elem Assistant Principal

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Elem Assistant Principal

Job Class Code: 4250

Position Type: Salaried

Job Type: Administrative - Certified

Pay Grade: Salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels

Administrative additive level: 04

Reports To: Superintendent’s Designee

Supervises: Assigned Staff

Work Calendar Name: 10.5 month salaried

Days in work calendar: 209

JOB SUMMARY

Serves as educational leader, supporting the principal and providing leadership to the SBDM Council. Assumes responsibilities as designated by the school principal. Adheres to educational policies, mandates, and school plans to affect and supervise school programs and student academic and social-emotional development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists the principal in instructional and operational responsibilities.
• Supervises and evaluates certified and classified personnel as assigned by the principal.
• Serves as the building supervisor during the Principal's absence from duty and assists the Principal in the implementation of the roles and responsibilities of the school administrator.
• Analyzes data to inform decisions about curriculum, instruction and assessment in order to increase student achievement.
• Communicates openly and often with the principal and all other staff members.
• Serves as a communication link between school and home.
• Assumes a leadership role with the SBDM Council, as appropriate, in addressing areas within the realm of council authority.
• Directs and assists in preparing all reports required through assigned responsibilities.
• Ensures the observation of all federal, state, district and school policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Assists in the supervision of the student-teacher and new employee induction programs.
• Participates in establishing and maintaining community relations, including the use of the school facility
• Cooperates as a consultant and advisor to the central administrative staff and supervisory personnel as required
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Q UALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience

Licenses or Certifications:

• Kentucky Certification as School Principal

Special Requirements:
N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights

Job Description Creation Date:

3/2022

Revision Date:

10/2024

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $61,939 to $105,102 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Connie Carr
• COVENTRY OAK ELEMENTARY
• Email: [e-mail]

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