SY 26-27 Assistant High School Principal - E. C. Glass High School

Lynchburg City Schools seeks a dedicated, student-centered leader to serve as Assistant Principal of E.C. Glass High School. The Assistant Principal will support the Principal in driving academic achievement, strengthening school culture, and ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment. This role is designed to both support the overall leadership of the school and develop leadership capacity, while maintaining a strong focus on instruction, operations, and student outcomes aligned to VDOE expectations.

The ideal candidate is:

• A reliable and proactive leader who follows through
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Student-focused, with high expectations and a supportive approach
• Visible, approachable, and engaged in daily school life
• Organized and consistent in implementing systems and expectations
• Committed to growth, accountability, and continuous improvement

This role is intended to build leadership capacity. The Assistant Principal will:

• Work closely with the Principal on school improvement planning and implementation
• Develop skills in instructional leadership, data analysis, and staff supervision
• Take on increasing leadership responsibilities aligned to school needs
• Contribute to a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support and monitor high-quality instruction aligned to improved student achievement and SOL outcomes
• Use data to support instructional decisions, track progress, and inform interventions aligned with VDOE standards
• Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive school environment
• Support implementation of fair, consistent, and effective student discipline systems
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the school, including classrooms and common areas
• Collaborate with teachers and PLC teams to strengthen instructional practices
• Support teacher growth through feedback, coaching, and evaluation processes
• Assist with daily school operations, including scheduling, supervision, and testing coordination
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders
• Support management of school resources, including safety procedures and operational systems

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

• Virginia postgraduate professional license with endorsement in Administration and Supervision PreK–12 (or eligibility)
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience (e.g., teacher leader, dean, instructional coach, or administrative experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to support instructional improvement and student achievement, including SOL performance
• Experience supporting a safe, structured, and positive school climate
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders

• Knowledge of instructional practices, curriculum alignment, and Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) to support student achievement and accreditation goals.
• Knowledge of data analysis, assessment systems, and intervention strategies aligned with Virginia Department of Education standards.
• Knowledge of school operations, discipline systems, and safety procedures to support a structured and supportive school environment.
• Skill in analyzing student data to support instructional decisions, monitor progress, and implement targeted interventions.
• Skill in coaching and supporting teachers through feedback, collaboration, and evaluation to improve instructional practices.
• Skill in communicating effectively with stakeholders to build trust, collaboration, and shared accountability.
• Ability to support a culture of high expectations, accountability, and continuous improvement focused on student achievement.
• Ability to assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive school environment through consistent systems and practices.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders to support teaching, learning, and school operations.

• Directly supervises all school employees including but not limited to the administrative, custodial, instructional, and student support staff 
• Participates in the hiring process and makes hiring decisions of other employees 
• Instructs, trains, coaches, and mentors other employees 
• Schedules (determine hours worked, time off), reviews, and monitors the work of other employees 
• Completes written evaluations of other employees
• Makes recommendations of disciplinary actions of other employees

• Reliable transportation, necessary
• Minimal travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed