What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Principal - Carolina Community Academy position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Department
Lab School-340500
Career Area
Academic Administration
Posting Open Date
12/10/2025
Application Deadline
01/05/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Assistant Principal - Carolina Community Academy
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20074017
Vacancy ID
NF0009437
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
FTE
1
Hours per week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Compensation for this position will follow the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction salary schedule found here: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/districts-schools/district-operations/financial-and-business-services/compensation-public-school-employees.
Proposed Start Date
02/01/2026
Position Information
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Carolina Community Academy (CCA) is an innovative school for K-2 students at North Elementary School in Roxboro, N.C. A partnership between the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Person County Schools, CCA draws upon a variety of academic and professional strengths across the Carolina campus to best serve the students, families, and community in Person County. CCA was created as part of a UNC System initiative to redefine and strengthen university partnerships with North Carolina public schools, improve student outcomes, and provide high-quality teacher and principal training.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina.
The Carolina Community Academy (CCA) is a laboratory school that has been created as specified in North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS) Chapter 116, Article 29A, with the goal of improving student performance in the partner school district by providing an enhanced education program and providing exposure and training for teachers and principals to address challenges existing in a high-needs school setting. CCA is one of North Carolina’s legislated laboratory schools identified to partner directly with local school districts to promote evidence-based teaching and school leadership, while offering real-world experience to the next generation of teachers and principals. UNC System lab schools will serve every part of the UNC System mission teaching, research, and public service. UNC-Chapel Hill partnered with Person County Schools to establish the Carolina Community Academy, which is located in Roxboro, NC.
The UNC Chapel Hill Carolina Community Academy is rooted in the stance that education has the power to break down barriers, lift up individuals, and empower communities to rise and thrive. The Academy will engage the local and University community, inspire its educators to lead and act with passion, prepare students to be critical and creative thinkers, and strive for equity for all. The Academy will ultimately include at least three classes per grade level for kindergarten through 2nd grade.
Note: this position is located in Roxboro, NC.
The Carolina Community Academy (CCA) is a laboratory school that has been created as specified in North Carolina General Statutes (NCGS) Chapter 116, Article 29A, with the goal of improving student performance in the partner school district by providing an enhanced education program and providing exposure and training for teachers and principals to address challenges existing in a high-needs school setting. CCA is one of North Carolina’s legislated laboratory schools identified to partner directly with local school districts to promote evidence-based teaching and school leadership, while offering real-world experience to the next generation of teachers and principals. UNC System lab schools will serve every part of the UNC System mission teaching, research, and public service. UNC-Chapel Hill partnered with Person County Schools to establish the Carolina Community Academy, which is located in Roxboro, NC.
The UNC Chapel Hill Carolina Community Academy is rooted in the stance that education has the power to break down barriers, lift up individuals, and empower communities to rise and thrive. The Academy will engage the local and University community, inspire its educators to lead and act with passion, prepare students to be critical and creative thinkers, and strive for equity for all. The Academy will ultimately include at least three classes per grade level for kindergarten through 2nd grade.
Note: this position is located in Roxboro, NC.
Position Summary
The UNC School of Education is currently seeking a UNC-Chapel Hill Carolina Community Academy Lab School Assistant Principal.
The position is a twelve-month, full-time, non-teaching position in the School of Education available in January of 2026. The Assistant Principal will be housed at the school site in Roxboro, North Carolina. As an on-site administrator at the Carolina Community Academy (CCA), the Assistant Principal reports to the CCA Principal. As the Assistant Principal, this person will support effective instructional practices/strategies to promote student academic and personal success. The Assistant Principal will work collaboratively to develop and implement policies, innovative programs, curriculum activities, professional development, and budgets to achieve the mission of CCA, and will work collaboratively with the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education and University staff to support the work of teacher leadership preparation, school leadership preparation, and education research. Additionally, this position will be primarily responsible for planning all aspects of field trips, coordinating all school-level assessments, managing transportation, and serving as the chief administrator for after-school and summer camps.
The UNC System offers a flexible and comprehensive package of benefits, along with valuable work and family programs. These programs can help employees attain their retirement savings and career goals, as well as help to meet their everyday needs. Our programs are designed to allow you to tailor a benefits package that best meets the unique needs of you and your family. Employees of Carolina Community Academy are eligible for many UNC-Chapel Hill benefits including Educational Assistance via the Tuition Waiver Program: The Tuition Waiver Program provides an opportunity for eligible employees to have the tuition waived for up to three courses per academic year at any of the constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina System.
To learn more about this educational benefit, please visit https://hr.unc.edu/benefits/education/tuition-waiver/.
The position is a twelve-month, full-time, non-teaching position in the School of Education available in January of 2026. The Assistant Principal will be housed at the school site in Roxboro, North Carolina. As an on-site administrator at the Carolina Community Academy (CCA), the Assistant Principal reports to the CCA Principal. As the Assistant Principal, this person will support effective instructional practices/strategies to promote student academic and personal success. The Assistant Principal will work collaboratively to develop and implement policies, innovative programs, curriculum activities, professional development, and budgets to achieve the mission of CCA, and will work collaboratively with the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Education and University staff to support the work of teacher leadership preparation, school leadership preparation, and education research. Additionally, this position will be primarily responsible for planning all aspects of field trips, coordinating all school-level assessments, managing transportation, and serving as the chief administrator for after-school and summer camps.
The UNC System offers a flexible and comprehensive package of benefits, along with valuable work and family programs. These programs can help employees attain their retirement savings and career goals, as well as help to meet their everyday needs. Our programs are designed to allow you to tailor a benefits package that best meets the unique needs of you and your family. Employees of Carolina Community Academy are eligible for many UNC-Chapel Hill benefits including Educational Assistance via the Tuition Waiver Program: The Tuition Waiver Program provides an opportunity for eligible employees to have the tuition waived for up to three courses per academic year at any of the constituent institutions of The University of North Carolina System.
To learn more about this educational benefit, please visit https://hr.unc.edu/benefits/education/tuition-waiver/.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Masters degree in educational leadership or related field; excellent oral and written communication skills; and evidence of skill in working with at risk student populations. Qualifying degrees must be conferred and received from appropriately accredited institutions. A current license or eligibility for licensure in the area of supervision is required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Ability to lead with integrity, dignity, respect, and professionalism.
- Ability to co-create and sustain a culture of high expectations among staff, students, and families.
- Commitment to meeting the needs of a diverse student population.
- Ability to think innovatively about school operations and how to increase student outcomes.
- Ability to use data to inform decision-making processes.
- Ability to think systematically and strategically to meet the needs of the school.
- Ability to facilitate short-term projects.
- Adhere to ethical standards of the education profession, abide by laws, policies, and procedures that govern lab schools.
- Demonstrate high personal ethical standards both inside and outside the school environment.
- Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions of a 21st-century instructional leader.
- Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with others.
- Ability to handle a fast-paced, intense work environment.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities at one time.
- Ability to analyze complex problems/issues, identify patterns, and recommend creative solutions.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills with broad and diverse audiences.
- Behave as a positive role model both professionally and personally.
- Commitment to professional learning and development.
- Knowledge of public school and university partnerships.
- Administrative, budgetary, and supervisory skills or experiences and skills that closely parallel school administrator-type work.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
- Experience as an Assistant Principal
- Spanish language skills
- Elementary experience
- Rural schools experience
- Technology and written communication skills
- Desire to become a school principal.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Typical physical demands of a professional position within a school environment.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.