Elementary School Assistant Principal

Position Title: Elementary School Assistant Principal
Last Updated: April 2026
Reports to: Elementary School Principal
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Schedule: Calendar Year; 12 mo.; Monday–Friday, hours as required
Benefits: Full benefit eligible

Growth & Evaluation: 

Fellowship Christian School believes that a growth mindset is imperative to the educational experience. To underscore that belief, we separate growth and evaluation in order to encourage authentic growth and provide accurate feedback on employment expectations. Our Core Values and Essential Expectations provide the foundational aspects we require to work at FCS. The Characteristics of Professional Excellence establish aspirational and attainable attributes that all employees should pursue in their professional growth while at Fellowship. 

Summary:

The Assistant Elementary School Principal partners with the Elementary School Principal to lead faculty and staff, support students, and ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the school. This role advances academic excellence, fosters a Christ-centered culture, and promotes a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment for all students and staff.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or a related field
• Valid leadership certification/licensure preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience (elementary experience preferred)
• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and lead teams effectively

Core Competencies:

• Instructional leadership and coaching
• Relational intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness
• Organizational and operational management
• Spiritual maturity and Christ-centered leadership
• Problem-solving and sound decision-making
• Growth mindset and professional learning agility, demonstrated through reflection, openness to feedback, and the ability to set and pursue meaningful annual growth goals that enhance personal leadership and school-wide impact

Technology Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Classroom, etc.)

Additional Expectations:

• Exhibit high moral character and a professional demeanor at all times
• Demonstrate a collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for supporting students, families, and colleagues
• Actively contribute to a positive and unified school culture

Core Responsibilities:

1. Instructional Leadership:

• Conduct regular classroom observations, learning walks, and feedback cycles to support instructional excellence
• Mentor and coach teachers, providing actionable feedback and growth plans
• Support curriculum implementation and alignment with school standards
• Analyze student data to inform instructional practices and academic decisions
• Assist in faculty evaluation and professional development processes

2. Student Life & Culture:

• Oversee student behavior using restorative and developmentally appropriate practices
• Promote and model a positive, Christ-centered school culture
• Ensure student safety, well-being, and supervision throughout the school day
• Respond to student discipline matters and partner with staff and families on solutions
• Collaborate with counseling and support staff on student needs and interventions

3. Spiritual Leadership:

• Model Christian faith, integrity, and character in all interactions
• Support spiritual formation of students and staff through relationships, chapel, and school initiatives
• Partner with faculty to integrate biblical worldview into instruction and school life

4. Operations & School Management:

• Assist in developing and maintaining the master schedule
• Provide visible leadership presence during key times (carpool, lunch, transitions, and instructional periods)
• Oversee safety drills and emergency preparedness procedures
• Support facility operations and address campus needs
• Coordinate standardized testing and related logistics
• Assist with attendance oversight and reporting

5. Communication & Community Engagement:

• Serve as a liaison between school and families, fostering strong relationships
• Meet with parents, students, and staff to address questions, concerns, and feedback
• Support and collaborate with the Parent-Teacher Fellowship (PTF)
• Participate in school events and community-building activities
• Assist with the admissions process by conducting family interviews, reviewing student records, determining student classroom placement, and assessment data to determine appropriate fit and placement, and supporting enrollment events such as Open House and campus tours

6. Leadership & Administration:

• Serve as acting Principal in the absence of the Elementary Principal
• Collaborate regularly with the Principal on school strategy, culture, and operations
• Support hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and retention of faculty and staff
• Managing and leading the Elementary Teacher Assistants
• Ensure adherence to school policies, procedures, and accreditation standards
• Maintain the highest levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical leadership
• Demonstrate consistent punctuality, reliability, and initiative

Physical Qualifications:

●  Regularly required to listen, physically direct, and speak

●  Position requiring mobility, including bending, lifting (up to 25 lbs.), pushing, walking

●  Use of hands and finger to manipulate office equipment, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms

●  Specific vision abilities required including  close vision, distant vision, color vision and depth perception

●  Must be capable of standing and/or sitting at a computer for extended periods of time, be capable of repetitive movements of wrists, hands and fingers

●  Must be capable of occasionally carrying and moving small objects                    

Working Environment:

●  The work environment is usually moderately quiet; however, variations in noise level may occur when employee attends school functions such as assemblies and other events

●  The environment may be stressful and hectic at times with frequent interruptions, multiple distractions, and changing priorities

●  This position is primarily an administrative position performing duties in a typical office setting and thus is exposed to minimal adverse working conditions

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.  This job description reflects administration’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts administration’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.      

Note:

This position requires flexibility, initiative, and a strong commitment to the mission and values of Fellowship Christian School. Responsibilities may evolve based on the needs of the school.