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26/27 SY Assistant Principal, Academics - Buckeye Union High School

Buckeye Union High School District
Buckeye, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026

TITLE: Assistant Principal – Academics

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 1.0 FTE; 12-Month position

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Administrative

GENERAL STATEMENT of RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Assistant Principal will be responsible for supporting the site Principal in providing leadership to the school with primary duties being in the area of Academics.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

Assist the site Principal and work collaboratively as part of the administrative team to provide a safe, engaging, and relevant educational experience for students.

Coordinate the academic programming of the school.

Use multiple sources of data to assess student progress and plan for school improvement.

Incorporate academic and behavior modifications in an effective manner to assist students in learning and growing.

Supervise and evaluate teachers and other staff as assigned.

Communicate effectively with the stakeholders (teachers, staff, students, parents/guardians, community members, other administrators, district office staff) about the pertinent areas under your supervision.

Attend/lead meetings pertinent to the primary duties of one’s role at the school and district levels.

Stay current on relevant laws, policies, and procedures in fulfilling job responsibilities.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree with coursework in Administration

Valid AZ Department of Education Principal Certificate

Successful experience in Teaching Secondary Education

Commitment to active student learning

Experience in curriculum development and alignment of state standards.

Evidence of cooperative and caring human relationships, and team building skills

Two years of related experience, preferred.

Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred.

OCCUPATIONAL CONDITION:

Low risk - Work is routinely performed in indoor environments, including exposure to noise and being on your feet for extended periods of time. May require standing in inclement weather including summer heat.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The applicant for this position is required to:

regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear.

Sit approximately 65% of the time

Walk and stand approximately 25% of the time

Kneeling/Stooping approximately 10% of the time

Lift on a regular basis 30-50lbs

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools and/or controls; and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The information contained in this position description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Build and oversee the school’s master schedule for instruction.

Coordinate standardized testing for the school.

Work with the SAT and IS to analyze academic progress and support teachers in providing effective instruction and implementing the System of Learning.

Supervise and evaluate instructional and office staff as assigned.

Assist with school accountability and accreditation reporting.

Coordinate the Counseling Department.

Coordinate enrollment and registration of students.

Coordinate the academic programming and course offerings of the school.

Coordinate staff and student recognition programs.

Assist with the planning, leading, and tracking of PLC collaboration time.

Serve as the LEA Representative at IEP and 504 meetings as needed.

Assist with administering student discipline in conjunction with the conduct policy of the district as needed.

Assists in selection and hiring of teachers and other staff members.

Provide campus and event supervision.

Provide professional development for staff as appropriate for job responsibilities.

Attend Full Cabinet, Academic Cabinet, Curriculum Coordinator, and EEC meetings at the district level.

Athletic/Activities Supervision.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Demonstrated knowledge of secondary school education and administration.

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills as well as attention to detail.

Strong computer skills and ability to analyze data in various applications including excel.

Modern office technology.

COMMITMENT & DEPENDABILITY:

Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team.

Dedication to provide the highest level of service.

Adherence to policies and procedures.

Resourceful and adaptable.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

Time Management: Must be able to prioritize tasks assigned by supervisor.

Stress Management: Periodic stress due to deadlines and multiple schedules.

Public Contact: Interact primarily with students, staff, and parents.

EVALUATION PROCEDURE:

The evaluation is done by the Site Principal.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Assistant Principal - Academics reports directly to the Site Principal.

Buckeye Union High School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Click here: (https://www.buhsd.org/page/legal-notices) to read the entire policy.

El Distrito Escolar de Buckeye Union High School no discrimina en base de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad. Haga clic aqui: (https://www.buhsd.org/page/legal-notices) para leer toda la política.

Position Type:Full-Time

Salary:$96,265 to $105,892 Per Year

Job Categories:

Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head


Job Requirements

At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Salary : $96,265 - $105,892

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