High School Assistant Principal: Data-Driven Leader

Hamilton County Department of Education; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brainerd High School in Chattanooga, TN seeks an assistant principal to serve as instructional leader, supporting teachers with professional learning, planning to meet standards, and improving student outcomes. The role partners with the principal and IMPACT teams to align with district initiatives, foster a positive culture, manage schedules, budgets, and supervise staff and events.

Qualified candidates will have a Master’s degree, a Tennessee administrative license, teaching experience, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years of successful classroom teaching experience.
• Current valid Tennessee administrative license.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensures continuous improvement in student achievement and analyzes curriculum, instruction, and assessment to improve outcomes.
• Acts as principal in the principal’s absence as required.
• Demonstrates collaborative leadership with parents, community, and staff.
• Provides leadership to improve student learning and adjusts instruction based on data.
• Interprets and analyzes data to support instruction.
• Assists with budget preparation and resource allocation.
• Maintains school property records and ensures security of property.
• Schedules and coordinates school events and activities.
• Communicates with staff and stakeholders about upcoming issues or events.
• Assists in master scheduling and staff assignment.
• Manages student behavior per district policies and laws.
• Leads crisis planning and response efforts.
• Supports diversity and cultural competence in curriculum and practice.
• Participates in school improvement planning and policy implementation.
• Fosters a safe, inclusive environment and strong staff relations.
• Supervises extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Performs general clerical tasks and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Planning & organization

Problem solving & decision making

Time management

Education

Master’s degree

Three years teaching experience

Tennessee administrative license

Job description

Brainerd High School in Chattanooga, TN seeks an assistant principal to serve as instructional leader, supporting teachers with professional learning, planning to meet standards, and improving student outcomes. The role partners with the principal and IMPACT teams to align with district initiatives, foster a positive culture, manage schedules, budgets, and supervise staff and events.

Qualified candidates will have a Master’s degree, a Tennessee administrative license, teaching experience, and