Assistant Principal - Various Locations; Internal Candidates Only RB #25-530

Position Assistant Principal (Various Locations) for the 2026-2027 school year (internal candidates only). Qualifications Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and one of the following certificates by the time of application: New York State School District Administrator (SDA), School Supervisor (SAS), School Building Leader (SBL), or Administrator. A PDF or screenshot of the certification must be attached. Minimum five years of certificated teaching and/or appropriate approved supervisory experience is required. Prior Assistant Principal or administrative experience in an urban school district or a district with an urban population is preferred. Overview Buffalo Public Schools is undergoing transformation under the New Education Bargain, seeking competent and engaged leaders to serve the academic, emotional, and physical needs of approximately 34,000 students. Responsibilities Develop and maintain clear lines of communication and collaboration between staff, administrators, students, and parents. Create and communicate a Comprehensive Education Plan aligned with the District’s vision and goals. Develop, oversee, and achieve objectives to ensure a focus on student achievement and a highly effective learning climate. Gather, analyze, and disaggregate data for informed instructional improvements. Coordinate the school’s staff development program for all faculty and staff. Oversee all aspects of developmentally appropriate curriculum and its implementation (development, delivery, and evaluation). Conduct classroom observations and evaluations of teachers. Work effectively with teachers to foster professional growth and performance. Collaborate with the Department of Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction to implement all district plans. Foster a positive school climate where discipline concerns are addressed in a manner that promotes responsibility and mutual respect. Demonstrate continuous improvement of professional knowledge and skills. Represent the school at conferences and district meetings. Conduct faculty and grade level meetings. Formalize building operational procedures. Coordinate the planning, preparation, and dissemination of the school’s master schedule for faculty and staff assignments. Ensure adherence to legal concepts, state and federal regulations, and Board policies. Implement and monitor approved school budget expenditures, including student activity funds, grants, and general accounts. Monitor building maintenance and improvements. Develop and communicate a plan addressing building safety and conduct planned fire drills. Submit accurate reports to Central Office on time when requested. Promote understanding, sensitivity, and respect for multicultural and ethnic diversity. Establish and facilitate a Site‑Based Management Team that meets regularly. Collaborate with universities, colleges, school-based partnerships, and agencies to develop and implement programs that enhance student achievement. Organize and support programs for Student Orientation, Open House, Curriculum Nights, Parent/Teacher Conferences, Parent/Student Evening Activities, etc. Maintain positive and effective relationships with organizations and committees involved within the building (PTO, partnerships, businesses, etc.). Collaborate and lead other school‑based instructional meetings and teams. Collaborate with parents and staff to implement and monitor parent engagement activities to increase academic achievement. Appointment & Salary Appointment will be made by the Board of Education on the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, credentials, certifications, and service. Assistant Principal salary follows the district’s salary schedule. Funding is pending. Final Date Filing deadline: June 1, 2026. EEO Statement Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term “sexual orientation” means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non‑discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non‑discrimination policies should be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io or to Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources, 719 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Buffalo Public Schools