Interim High School Assistant Principal (2865)

Rochester High School; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Community Schools is seeking an Interim Assistant Principal for Rochester High School in Rochester Hills, Michigan. This 1.0 FTE position runs through June 30, 2027, with compensation per the Rochester Administrators Association Master Agreement.

Reports to the Building Principal and supervises staff, fostering an effective learning climate. QUALIFICATIONS include a Master’s in Educational Leadership, MI teaching certificate (secondary preferred), MI School Administrator certificate,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field.
• Valid MI teaching certificate, secondary preferred.
• Michigan School Administrator certificate.
• Three years of successful secondary teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
• Enforce discipline per school Code of Responsible Behavior.
• Work with Administration Center staff on district issues.
• Recruit, screen, hire, train, and evaluate staff for the building.
• Act as principal in the principal’s absence.
• Collaborate with instructional staff to meet student needs.
• Plan and supervise school activities and programs.
• Maintain accurate student records and progress reports.
• Foster relationships with community groups and stakeholders.
• Participate in building and district meetings.
• Assist in budget development and resource allocation.
• Serve as liaison with police and external agencies.
• Ensure safety and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cultural proficiency

Resourcefulness

Education

Master’s in Educational Leadership

Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate

Michigan School Administrator Certificate

Job description

Interim High School Assistant Principal (2865)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5929547
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Sept 17, 2026

We announce the following ADMINISTRATIVE vacancy in the Rochester Community Schools.

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL INTERIM

ROCHESTER HIGH SCHOOL

1.0 FTE

Assignment ends June 30, 2027

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree preferably in Educational Leadership, School Administration or Curriculum.
• Valid State of Michigan teaching certificate, preferably in Secondary Education.
• Michigan School Administrator certificate.
• Demonstrate and models professional demeanor, resourcefulness and effective communication strategies with diverse groups.
• Strong knowledge base in cultural proficiency strategies and best practices.
• Successful instructional administrative experience.
• Three years successful secondary teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and community.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. (For more information regarding position expectations, refer to the Job Description below.)

COMPENSATION: Step 1 of the RAA Master Agreement. Benefits per the Rochester Administrators Association Master Agreement. If a current REA member, REA seniority would be maintained and a return to a REA position would be guaranteed, with the intent to return to current position, if possible.

TITLE:

INTERIM ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 1.08

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SUPERVISES: All professional and support personnel assigned to the building.

JOB GOAL: To assist the principal in using leadership, supervisory and administrative skills in order to promote the educational development of each student.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works to maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
• Enforces discipline as necessary in accordance with the Code of Responsible Behavior and Student Conduct, incorporating restorative justice principals.
• Works cooperatively with various members of the Administration Center staff in addressing District problems relating to instruction, transportation, and special services.
• Recruits, screens, hires, trains, assigns and evaluates staff members assigned to the building.
• Functions as principal in the principal’s absence.
• Works with instructional staff to initiate, design, implement, and evaluate instructional programs, materials, and strategies to meet assessed needs of students.
• Plans and supervises activities and programs which are outgrowths of the school’s curriculum such as: sporting events, plays, concerts, assemblies, student council, student driving and parking, student fund raising, student publications, field trips and bus applications and interim reports.
• Supervises the maintenance of accurate records and reports to parents on the progress and attendance of students.
• Works to establish and maintain a favorable relationship with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs and to interpret Board policies and administrative directives.
• Participates in building meetings and such other meetings as may be required by the District.
• Cooperates with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
• Works with the principal to establish a budget and to allocate financial resources.
• Acts as a liaison between the school and the community encouraging community participation in school activities.
• Keeps abreast of educational developments by attending conferences and workshops, and by reading and discussing issues with colleagues.
• Motivates and assists staff in setting curriculum objectives.
• Acts as a liaison between district and police liaison and outside agencies (courts, psychiatric, hospitals, etc.).
• Monitors the safety and administration of the school plant and grounds, and responds to emergency situations requiring first aid, etc.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of building and District reports.
• Supervises the guidance program to enhance individual student education and development.
• Serves on standing and ad hoc building committees as needed.
• Conducts meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper functioning of the school and its programs.
• Supervises student lunchroom and hallways, as necessary.
• Chairs the building team comprised of psychologist, social worker, learning consultant, teacher consultant, counselors, nurse, and speech pathologist.
• Offers guidance to employees who may be experiencing work-related or personal problems that may affect job performance.
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/designee.

ROCHESTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Rochester Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, familial status, arrest record or physical and mental disabilities in accordance with the Elliot‑Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) MCL 37.2206, Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWCRA), MCL 37.1206, Title II, Title VI, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8U.S.C., Section 1324A Et. Seq.) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In addition, individuals will not be excluded from, or be denied, the benefits of participation in any program or activity for which the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District is responsible.

Rochester Community Schools has designated certain individuals to serve as Compliance Coordinators for purposes of federal and state nondiscrimination laws and regulations. For additional information, including the names and contact information of the designated Compliance Coordinators, please visit the Rochester Community Schools Policies and Title IX webpage: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/human-resources/policies

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $113,375 to $113,375 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resource Department
• 52585 Dequindre Road
• Rochester, Michigan 48307
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]