Assistant Principal - Preschool

Williamsburg James City School District – Bright Beginnings Preschool, Williamsburg, Virginia Assistant Principal - Preschool Job Details Job ID: 5713879 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Summary Under the direction of the Principal, this position supervises the management of the school, instructional programs, teacher and student performance, promotes public relations within the community, and ensures the learning environment is healthy and productive. Duties and Responsibilities Oversees student activities and services in cooperation with counseling, administration, and staff, collaborates with parents by articulating program needs, administers attendance, supervises students throughout the day, and coordinates all student‑oriented activities and athletics including fundraising events, assemblies, and dances. Collaborates with Student Services and School Counseling to provide special education services to students and staff, and initiates special programs as needed. Coordinates instruction, curriculum, and staff by evaluating staff, planning faculty meetings, and assisting with the scheduling process for staff and students. Assists with new teacher orientation, establishes teacher duty rosters, and helps plan staff development with central office staff. Fosters good relations with the community by working with local agencies, attending community functions, communicating with business partnerships, writing press releases, and contacting parents regularly. Works on instructional and curriculum development, and collaborates with community resources to promote the strategic plan and goals of the school. Manages overall school functions by upholding and administering school and division policies, managing building use, transportation, and handling emergency arrangements through evacuation and emergency drills. Manages the opening and closing of school, including coordinating graduation and summer school programs. Manages clerical services and prepares bulletins and communications as needed, updates and revises faculty and student handbook. Serves as Principal in the Principal's absence and assists the Principal in the management of the school as designated by the Principal. Serves on district‑wide committees and helps with staff development, curriculum, and evaluation efforts. Pursues a planned course of professional growth and development, remaining current in innovative educational pedagogy and literature. Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required) BA and Master’s degree in a school‑related field, knowledge of personnel administration, school finance, school curriculum, and substance abuse education. Virginia license in Administration and Supervision. Minimum three years teaching experience. Excellent communication skills and ability to deal effectively and calmly with a variety of people. Approachability, availability, and commitment facilitating positive and open communication. Supervision Exercised Directly and indirectly supervises faculty, secretaries, custodians, cafeteria staff, aides, attendance officers, and security. Supervision Received Performs duties under the supervision of the Principal. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Frequent interruptions, frequent and abrupt deadlines; supervision of large audiences; court appearances and community engagements. Must be able to make expedient decisions in crisis situations. Position Type: Full‑Time Salary: $69,763.20 Per Year Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Office of Human Resources Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education