High School Assistant Principal: Leadership & School Improvement

New Albany High School; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

New Albany High School in New Albany, Indiana seeks an Assistant Principal to support the Building Principal and lead schoolwide initiatives. The role emphasizes instructional leadership, scheduling, safety, and staff development across grades 9–12.

Immediate starting date with January 4, 2027 as the planned start. Strong communication, collaboration with students, parents, and district leadership is essential for sustaining a productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Building Level Administrator License.
• 3 years+ high school teaching preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Understanding of the high school curriculum and programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in overall school administration.
• Assist in schedules and extracurricular activities planning.
• Oversee student registration and scheduling processes.
• Participate in safety inspections and drill practices.
• Supervise attendance tracking and counselor follow-up actions.
• Serve as Principal designee during expulsions.
• Engage with parents, staff and student groups to advance educational goals.
• Assist in staff development and instructional program monitoring.
• Lead in coordinating testing and student recognition activities.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Collaboration with staff

Communication skills

School-wide improvement

Student support

Policy understanding

Education

Building Level Administrator License

Job description

New Albany High School in New Albany, Indiana seeks an Assistant Principal to support the Building Principal and lead schoolwide initiatives. The role emphasizes instructional leadership, scheduling, safety, and staff development across grades 9–12.

Immediate starting date with January 4, 2027 as the planned start. Strong communication, collaboration with students, parents, and district leadership is essential for sustaining a productive learning environment.