What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal, Elementary (615D) [208] position at Cobb County School District?
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Principal, Elementary
JOB CODE: 615D
DIVISION: Leadership
SALARY SCHEDULE: Assistant Principal
DEPARTMENT: Leadership
WORK DAYS: 208
REPORTS TO: Principal
PAY GRADE: CAE (5, 6, 7)
FLSA: Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
This is an open posting for those interested in Assistant Principal (AP) positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitting a general AP application enables us to obtain your references before specific school AP positions are posted in the spring. Specific school AP positions will be added as they become available. You must add to your application any specific school AP positions that are posted in order to be considered.
The Cobb County School District is the second largest school system in Georgia and among the largest in the United States, serving over 103,000 students, 112 schools, over 18,000 employees and a $1B annual general fund budget.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists the principal to provide effective leadership and guidance in the operations of the school.
Requirements
Educational Level: Master's Degree required. A Master's Degree with Tier I Educational Leadership preferred.
Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate at level 5 preferred. A Master's Degree and completion of the GACE Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment (http://gace.ets.org/) will be accepted. Completion of an Educational Leadership program within 3 years will be required.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years successful educational experience
Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication, leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills, computer competence, instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners, student management
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Duties
Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
Assumes responsibility in the absence of the principal.
Assists in the enforcement of policies concerning student discipline and attendance.
Keeps the principal apprised of activities, situations, and developments that affect the school operation.
Assists in the supervision, observation and evaluation of staff.
Assists with directing and improving curriculum and instruction.
Assists with the organization and implementation of staff development.
Assists in the supervision of the extracurricular program.
Assists with safeguarding the health, safety and welfare of students.
Supervises student activities, assemblies and other activities.
Assists with the maintenance and operations of the school facility.
Assists in organizing student activities.
Assists with the supervision of student orientation, registration, and scheduling.
Assists with the administration and supervision of the total school program in accordance with applicable regulations.
Serves as a member or facilitator of District Student Disciplinary Due Process Hearing panels, as needed.
Assists with the financial operation of the school, as needed.
Demonstrates consistent appropriate fiscal management of funds.
Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
OTHER INFORMATION: The Assistant Principal has important responsibilities in the school community. As such, the actions of this position are potentially subject to a high degree of public and community scrutiny and must always reflect the efficient and effective use of resources. The candidate must demonstrate operational and financial acumen and deal sensitively and responsibly with the community, central office departments, various groups and organizations, and a diverse community.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The following supporting documents must be uploaded via the CCSD Applicant Tracking Application System. Applications for this position will not be considered if all documents are not uploaded.
JOB CODE: 615D
DIVISION: Leadership
SALARY SCHEDULE: Assistant Principal
DEPARTMENT: Leadership
WORK DAYS: 208
REPORTS TO: Principal
PAY GRADE: CAE (5, 6, 7)
FLSA: Exempt
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly
This is an open posting for those interested in Assistant Principal (AP) positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Submitting a general AP application enables us to obtain your references before specific school AP positions are posted in the spring. Specific school AP positions will be added as they become available. You must add to your application any specific school AP positions that are posted in order to be considered.
The Cobb County School District is the second largest school system in Georgia and among the largest in the United States, serving over 103,000 students, 112 schools, over 18,000 employees and a $1B annual general fund budget.
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Assists the principal to provide effective leadership and guidance in the operations of the school.
Requirements
Educational Level: Master's Degree required. A Master's Degree with Tier I Educational Leadership preferred.
Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Educational Leadership Certificate at level 5 preferred. A Master's Degree and completion of the GACE Georgia Ethics for Educational Leadership Assessment (http://gace.ets.org/) will be accepted. Completion of an Educational Leadership program within 3 years will be required.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years successful educational experience
Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication, leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills, computer competence, instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners, student management
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Duties
Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
Assumes responsibility in the absence of the principal.
Assists in the enforcement of policies concerning student discipline and attendance.
Keeps the principal apprised of activities, situations, and developments that affect the school operation.
Assists in the supervision, observation and evaluation of staff.
Assists with directing and improving curriculum and instruction.
Assists with the organization and implementation of staff development.
Assists in the supervision of the extracurricular program.
Assists with safeguarding the health, safety and welfare of students.
Supervises student activities, assemblies and other activities.
Assists with the maintenance and operations of the school facility.
Assists in organizing student activities.
Assists with the supervision of student orientation, registration, and scheduling.
Assists with the administration and supervision of the total school program in accordance with applicable regulations.
Serves as a member or facilitator of District Student Disciplinary Due Process Hearing panels, as needed.
Assists with the financial operation of the school, as needed.
Demonstrates consistent appropriate fiscal management of funds.
Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.
OTHER INFORMATION: The Assistant Principal has important responsibilities in the school community. As such, the actions of this position are potentially subject to a high degree of public and community scrutiny and must always reflect the efficient and effective use of resources. The candidate must demonstrate operational and financial acumen and deal sensitively and responsibly with the community, central office departments, various groups and organizations, and a diverse community.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: The following supporting documents must be uploaded via the CCSD Applicant Tracking Application System. Applications for this position will not be considered if all documents are not uploaded.
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Copy of your Teaching/Leadership Certificates
- Most Recent Summative or Annual Evaluation