Assistant Principal, Elementary School

Summary

Assists with the planning, assessment, instructional leadership, communication, community relations, and safety and administrative management required to manage the instructional and special programs, organization, and facilities of an assigned elementary school (grades K-6).

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree.
• Four (4) years of experience in teaching and leadership at the elementary school level, or equivalent experience.
• Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
• Must hold or be eligible for a postgraduate educational license.
• Must hold or be eligible for endorsement(s) as an elementary principal or in administration and supervision PreK-12.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of modern public elementary school education and an ability to apply them to the needs of the school.
• Knowledge of current elementary school curriculum and instructional practices and trends.
• Knowledge of public school organization and administration and the support activities required.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate appropriate instructional and operational support programs.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  

Major Duties/Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of administrative duties in compliance with school division policies and legal requirements required to assist with the management of assigned human, material, and financial resources necessary for school operation.
• Upholds effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff.
• Shows evidence of instructional leadership and assists with the delivery of required programs or curricular areas necessary to achieve excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals.
• Participates in collaborative development and implementation of school improvement plans; plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs.
• Participates in the provision of staff development programs consistent with program evaluation results and school instructional improvement plans.
• Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem-solving techniques.
• Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students, staff, families, and other community members; works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resources and to support the success of a diverse student population.
• Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division.
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance student learning and provide service to the profession, the division, and the community.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.
  
  

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Per the FCFPSA collective bargaining agreement, telework may be approved in limited circumstances as defined by Regulation 4417.

Salary Range

$111,008 - $170,562

Salary Grade

[Salary Information]

School-based Administrator Scale/Grade 002-FCFPSA

Job Type

Educational Administrator

School Year

2026-2027

Instructional Level

Elementary

Contract Length

220-Day Contract

Closing Date

09-Jun-2026

Open

Until

Filled

No

Re-Adv.

Position

No