What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal position at Kalamazoo Public Schools?
Assistant Principal
Kalamazoo Central High School
10 Month Full Time
2026-2027 School Year
Scope of Responsibilities
The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the principal in the administration of a large, urban secondary school.
the lead building administrator in the principal's absence
Performance Responsibilities
- Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.
- Supervises the work of professional and classified employees as assigned.
- Administers district policies and procedures concerning discipline and attendance.
- Assures the safety and welfare of students.
- Assists with planning and implementation of programs for parent groups, staff, and community agencies, and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
- Supervises support programs such as food services, bus loading, lunch supervision, and transportation as assigned.
- Assists with the management and care of the school's plant equipment and materials.
- Supervises extra-curricular activities.
- Assists with accreditation activities.
- Assists with the planning and supervision of a balanced student activities program.
- Administers building and district programs for vocational and career-education preparation and placement, with (1) comply with Title IX and XII, (2) provide non-traditional opportunities for students, and (3) provide quality experiences for students with special needs.
- May serve as the lead building administrator in the principal's absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Three to five years of successful teaching experience or comparable successful experience working with students.
- Master's degree in administration, supervision, curriculum, or related areas.
- Meet or be willing to meet the State school administrator’s certification requirements.
- Demonstrate advanced skills in computer utilization of educational materials and student information systems.
- Demonstrate advanced organizational and communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
- Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban educational setting and a diverse/multi-cultural setting.
- Must possess a positive work history.
Desirable Qualifications
- Educational administration experience.
- Knowledge of human service agencies.
- Graduate credits in pupil personnel administration, testing, vocational guidance, special education, or communications.
- Knowledge of performance assessment, curriculum development, and learning styles.
- Demonstrated ability to work with various groups, including those with diverse backgrounds.
- Experience in the management of student discipline and attendance, with the ability to establish programs and procedures to improve student behavior and attendance.
- Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to students, staff, and parents.
Interested applicants should apply online and attach their application to this posting.
Internal candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume to the
Human Resources Department
Kalamazoo Public Schools
1220 Howard Street
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008
(269) 337-0177 FAX (269) 337-0185
Position will be posted until filled
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Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.