Assistant Principal for the 26-27 School Year

Assistant Principal

A pool of finalists will be established for positions available during the 2026-27 school year. Cartwright School District's motto is "One Team, Una Familia!" which reflects our dedication to treating each child as a cherished family member. We are looking for self-motivated and experienced workers with the same dedication.

JOB GOAL: To support the Principal in providing leadership, overseeing the educational program, and promoting student achievement in alignment with district policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Arizona Principal Certificate at time of application
• Minimum of three (3) years successful classroom teaching experience in a multicultural setting preferred
• Evidence of being a life-long learner
• IVP fingerprint card
• Successful experience as an administrator preferred

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists principal as the instructional leader of the school's academic program, and maintains responsibility and accountability for his/her success.
• Assumes the role of the principal in his/her absence.
• Assists principal in establishing goals based on student achievement data and implementing strategies, which will support multiple assessments of students' growth.
• Visits classrooms regularly and makes recommendations to improve student learning.
• Assists in supervision and evaluation of personnel as assigned by principal.
• Helps establish an expectation that all staff will create an environment which values and supports student success.
• Assists appropriate personnel in the selection of new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for the enforcement of student attendance and discipline policies and statutes.
• Assists principal in development and implementation of an effective plan to increase parental and community involvement at school in order to ensure student success.
• Assists principal in addressing parent/community concerns in an expedient and professional manner.
• Participates in community, school and District meetings as appropriate or assigned.
• Assists principal in supervising the operation of the buildings, grounds and other school property for the protection of those facilities and the safety of those who use them.
• Works with District departments to help coordinate multiple school activities.
• Assists principal in working with School Improvement Team to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate a school improvement plan.
• Assists principal in establishing a leadership model that promotes participation of teachers, parents, and support staff in school improvement strategies.
• Assists principal in informing all staff and parents continuously on the goals and objectives of District Strategic Plan.
• Assists principal in assuming responsibility and accountability for sound fiscal management.
• Assumes responsibility for the school compliance with Governing Board policies and state and federal laws; including the imposition of employee discipline when appropriate.
• Keeps the principal and other appropriate administrative staff informed of school issues.
• Models for students, staff and colleagues the success that comes from being a life-long learner through the process for professional growth.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county and city statutes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable Cartwright School District and departmental policies and procedures.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

REPORTS TO: Principal

LOCATION: Districtwide

SUPERVISES: Site Certified and Educational Support Professionals

CALENDAR: 11-Months

JOB CATEGORY: Administrative

BEGINNING SALARY: As approved by the Governing Board

BENEFITS: As approved by the Governing Board

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Until Filled