High School Assistant Principal, BTW

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HIGH; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HIGH in Norfolk, VA is seeking an experienced High School Assistant Principal to support the principal in administering instructional programs and supervising staff. The role focuses on instructional leadership, program planning, and community liaison duties.

This is a full-time, 12-month position with evening/weekend responsibilities as needed. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in school administration, a Postgraduate Professional License, and prior high school teaching

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school administration or equivalent.
• Experience teaching high school or equivalent grade level(s).
• Strong knowledge of high school curriculum and instructional methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in curriculum-related and instructional activities; develop instructional goals with staff.
• Coordinate and maintain pupil attendance systems.
• Supervise operations such as student transportation, building maintenance and safety procedures.
• Oversee budget, discipline procedures and community relations.
• Participate in planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs and materials.
• Observe, evaluate, and train faculty and staff.
• Communicate with parents and the community; supervise student activities and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Communication

Staff supervision

Education

Master's degree in school administration

Job description

High School Assistant Principal, BTW

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911054
Application Deadline: Oct 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Full-Time and Permanent; 7.5 Hours/Day; 252 Days/Year; 12 Months/Year; GradeH

DEFINITION

The assistant principal (AP) supports the principal in administering the instructional programs for the assigned school or center. An AP is a member of the team responsible for providing instructional leadership for a school. The work involves assigned responsibilities in developing and implementing a sound instructional program, supervising and evaluating the performance of staff members, maintaining the school plant facility, and serving as liaison between the school and community. Work is reviewed and evaluated in terms of effectiveness of programs and efficient operation of the facility.

SUPERVISION

Duties are performed under the general supervision of the school principal. Program plans are developed in coordination with the Principal. The Assistant Principal may provide general and/or direct supervision, as assigned, to professional, para-professional, and support staff members within the assigned high school.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions are assigned to high schools. This is the entry level to the school-based administrative series. Incumbents are expected to perform responsibilities of an increasingly more responsible nature with experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (Performs a variety of duties itemized below.)

Assists in curriculum-related and instructional activities such as program development and evaluation, aiding in the development of instructional goals by individual members of the school staff, evaluating staff, and advising staff on methodology and resource materials.

Coordinates and maintains a system of pupil attendance.

Coordinates and supervises operational and support services activities such as parking and use of motor vehicles, student transportation, field trips, schedules, student activities, fire emergency procedures and drills, community use of the building(s), and building maintenance.

As directed, orders and is responsible for the distribution of textbooks.

Carries out a variety of administrative responsibilities including budget and fiscal procedures, due process disciplinary procedures, and community relations.

Assists in the preparation of a variety of reports, forms, and surveys and in the maintenance of inventory and other records.

Participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of instructional programs and materials including multi-media and reference materials.

Assists in the observation, evaluation, and training of faculty and other staff.

Maintains communications and liaison with parents and with civic community.

Participates in and supervises a variety of student activities (including intermural and interscholastic events) and oversees the maintenance of standards concerning students' discipline, health, safety, and general welfare; many of these activities occur during evenings and weekend periods.

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of modern public high school education, and ability to apply them to the needs of the school.

Thorough knowledge of curriculum and instructional techniques and materials, and current trends in field(s) of high school/secondary education.

Thorough knowledge of school administrative practices and procedures (operations and instructional).

Good knowledge of curriculum and methods across grade levels and subject fields.

Ability to coordinate instructional programs, to plan and supervise the work of others, to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in school administration with experience teaching high school or equivalent grade level(s).

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Postgraduate Professional License in one or more high school subjects or educational specialties; administration and supervision endorsement required.

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Work is generally confined to the school environment, requiring such attributes that are endemic to that environment.

Sufficient mobility to patrol halls, grounds, etc, and to climb stairs is necessary in some buildings. Lifting light objects may be necessary.

Sufficient strength and dexterity to restrain students who exhibit aggressive behavior.

HAZARDS

Work environment may be noisy.

Work may involve student maladaptive behavior.

Work may involve exposure to student body fluids.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS

Work may include extensive evening and/or nighttime and weekend responsibilities.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $74,387 to $121,618 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Erika Ricks , Human Resources Technician
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