High School Assistant Principal

High School Assistant Principal Warren Woods Public Schools, Warren Woods Tower High School - Warren, Michigan Job ID: 5791975 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description COMPENSATION: $107,233 - $123,952, 206 Days per year

SUMMARY

This position’s responsibilities are to provide leadership and build a structure of collaborative relationships in the school and community so that all students have a variety of opportunities to succeed and be productive members of the community.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY

Student achievement in a performance‑based school is a shared responsibility involving the student, family, educators, and the community. The Assistant Principal’s leadership is essential. As a leader, the Assistant Principal, in collaboration and under supervision of the Principal, is accountable for the continuous growth of students and increased building performance as measured over time by state standards and locally determined indicators. The Assistant Principal will have opportunities, under Principal’s direction, to develop leadership skills and knowledge.

SUPERVISES

Teachers, support staff, student teachers and volunteers as designated by the building principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

Possess valid Michigan Administrative Certificate and Teaching Certificate Masters Degree in educational leadership, curriculum, or related field Knowledge of adolescent development and understanding of current student achievement research Proficient in administrative uses of technology and data-based analysis Minimum five years successful teaching experience Previous professional leadership experience preferred Excellent oral and written communication skills Demonstrated ability in group processes, shared decision‑making, and team participation Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the principal in development, implementation, and evaluation of efforts related to student academic achievement, ensuring that the school meets or makes satisfactory progress towards District standards, goals via Professional Learning Communities, and student achievement. With the principal, provides instructional leadership for school staff; identifies, implements, and monitors school‑wide strategies that challenge high achievers and accelerate learning for struggling learners; assists in developing appropriate staff development programs designed to improve skills in teaching early adolescents. Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of data‑driven procedures in collaboration with building leadership teams and staff; assists in ensuring that budget and staffing are aligned with district goals; uses data to drive all decisions. Supervises and evaluates school staff; models District standards of ethics and professionalism; monitors, assists, and evaluates staff implementation of school improvement plans and effective instructional and assessment practices. Assists in maintaining a safe and orderly school environment; ensures a positive internal and external appearance of the building in partnership with teachers, parents, students, custodians, security and other staff; prepares emergency procedures and communicates them to students, teachers and staff; collaboratively develops and implements a school discipline plan that contains clear expectations, a system of positive reinforcement, and sequential, consistent, progressive consequences; analyzes and utilizes student discipline data to ensure effectiveness of behavioral interventions. Assists in shaping a school culture conducive to continuous improvement for students and staff; fosters, recognizes, and supports ethnic, cultural, gender, economic and human diversity throughout the school community, while striving to provide fair and equitable treatment and consideration for all. Strong understanding of the laws and evidence‑based practices relating to Special Education, Restorative Practices, Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS), and school management and operations. Assists with the development of effective community relationships; seeks community support to form new partnerships as aligned with the school mission, vision and goals. Participates in activities to enhance personal and professional development, including District leadership development opportunities; expands use of technology. Performs other functions and duties as assigned by the principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as administrative head of the school in the absence of the principal Administers a program of student discipline, positive behavior intervention support, and interacts with students to encourage positive performance Assists with staff evaluation Manages building staff, including class schedules and building problems Supervises staff attendance and assignment of substitute teachers Assists with coordinating the development of the master teacher schedule Provides general supervision to students Supervises extra‑curricular activities Supervises athletic department, coaches, etc. Supervises all student transportation activity Supervises and coordinates custodial and maintenance activity Coordinates all building use activity during and after school hours Coordinates all emergency drills Performs such other duties as may be assigned by the Principal or Superintendent

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, Board of Education policies, state and federal mandates.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents. Ability to write clear correspondence and messages. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff, parents, students and the community. Mathematical and Reasoning Skills – Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee works within an office setting and moves about as needed. The job typically requires minimal physical exertion; individuals in this position may be on their feet throughout the workday. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and building. The employee may need to sit for extended periods of time. In addition, the person may need to occasionally push or lift equipment or boxes. The employee may need to travel to other buildings occasionally. The employee will need specific vision abilities to perform office work. The employee is required to work at a computer. The employee may be required to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed primarily indoors. The office area is busy at times. It is an open area where the employee is faced with interruptions. In addition, there are deadlines associated with this position. The work requires intense concentration at times with attention to detail and accuracy. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Position Type Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education