Elementary School Leadership: Assistant Principal

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesterfield County Public Schools in Virginia seeks an Assistant Principal to support the principal in administering instructional and operational programs. The role directs teachers and staff, coordinates curriculum, and communicates division policies to staff and the public.

The position requires a Postgraduate Professional license with Administration and Supervision endorsement and 3–5 years of teaching or administrative experience. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of school administration and instructional program planning.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations; plan, organize, and administer a public school; direct and evaluate staff.
• Strong decision-making, problem solving, conflict resolution, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal in administering and evaluating instructional programs.
• Provide leadership in in-service programs and organizational improvements.
• Coordinate curriculum development with instructional services and teachers.
• Communicate division policies to staff and the public.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state statutes and policies.

Skills

Decision making

Problem analysis

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Long-range planning

Written and oral communication

Education

Postgraduate Professional license (Administration & Supervision)

Job description

Chesterfield County Public Schools in Virginia seeks an Assistant Principal to support the principal in administering instructional and operational programs. The role directs teachers and staff, coordinates curriculum, and communicates division policies to staff and the public.

The position requires a Postgraduate Professional license with Administration and Supervision endorsement and 3–5 years of teaching or administrative experience. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.