High School Assistant Principal - Lead Student Growth

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

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.