High School Assistant Principal

Cape Central High School; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Girardeau Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau, Missouri is seeking a dedicated High School Assistant Principal for the 2026-2027 academic year. You will support the building principal in developing and implementing a high school program that promotes the educational well-being of each student.

The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree with secondary principal certification, at least five years of high school teaching experience, and Missouri principal certification eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must hold a master’s degree with secondary principal certification.
• Minimum of five years teaching at the high school level.
• Eligible for Missouri Principal certification.
• Knowledge of best educational practices for secondary education and co-curricular activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management.
• Ability to work with community groups, parents and agencies.
• Knowledge of teaching techniques that meet diverse student needs.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Experience with formative assessments, cooperative learning techniques and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks assigned by the building principal.
• Assist the principal in developing and implementing a high school program promoting student well-being.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Community relations

Teaching techniques

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in admin certification

5+ years high school teaching

Missouri Principal certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

High School Assistant Principal

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Job Details

Job ID: 5474825

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 17, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

The Cape Girardeau Public School District is seeking a dedicated High School Assistant Principal for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The High School Assistant Principal is responsible for performing those tasks assigned by the building principal and assist the building principal in the development and continuous implementation of a high school program which promotes the educational well-being of each student in the school.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an approved program for secondary principal certification.
• A minimum of five years teaching experience at high school level.
• Eligible for a Missouri Principal certification
• Knowledge of the best educational practices at the secondary level, current research on secondary education and co-curricular activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Skills in human relations, leadership and conflict management.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with community groups, parents and agencies.
• Knowledgeable of teaching techniques that meet the diverse needs of students
• Demonstrate skills in computer word processing, spreadsheets and data bases
• Experience in formative assessments, cooperative learning techniques, and data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years building administration experience
• Embodies visionary leadership and exhibits an interest in innovative practices
• Experience with trauma-informed practices and restorative justice techniques
• Experience in formative assessments, cooperative learning techniques, and data analysis

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$86,741.23 to $109,241.23 Per Year

Job Categories

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head

Contact Information

• Drew Church , Assistant Principal
• Cape Central High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]