GRADES 5-12 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

AgUpdate; New Wilmington (Lawrence County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilmington Area School District in New Wilmington, PA, seeks a Grades 5–12 Assistant Principal to oversee discipline, attendance, safety, and daily operations. The role emphasizes instructional leadership and curriculum support for grades 5–8, plus athletic supervision in compliance with PIAA rules.

Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative abilities are essential. Eligible candidates must hold valid PA administrative certification and teaching certification, with relevant

Qualifications

• PA administrative certification required.
• Teaching certification required.
• Relevant educational or administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage student discipline, attendance, and school safety.
• Oversee daily school operations and administrative tasks.
• Provide instructional leadership and curriculum support, with focus on grades 5–8.
• Supervise athletics and ensure compliance with PIAA requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

PA Administrative Certification

Teaching Certification

Job description

Wilmington Area SD
Grades 5–12 Assistant Principal

The Wilmington Area School District is accepting applications for a Grades 5–12 Assistant Principal. The position reports to the Grades 5–12 Principal, with an anticipated starting date of January 20, 2027.

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience; employment terms are established by the Board of School Directors and Act 93 Agreement.

Responsibilities include student discipline, attendance, school safety and daily operations; instructional leadership and curriculum support with particular emphasis on grades 5–8; and athletic supervision and compliance with PIAA requirements. Required qualifications include valid Pennsylvania administrative certification appropriate for the position, appropriate teaching certification, and relevant educational experience.

Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills are essential.

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, documentation of Pennsylvania administrative
certification, three letters of reference, and current Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 clearances to Dr. Kevin Briggs, Superintendent, Wilmington Area School District, 300 Wood Street, New Wilmington, PA 16142, no later than Monday, November 2, 2026.

WASD is an equal opportunity provider.