Assistant Elementary School Principal

Position Type:
Administration

Date Posted:
7/22/2026

Location:
Jerry Ross Elementary
Assistant Elementary School Principal

Position Title:

Elementary Assistant Principal

Location Code:

TBD

Department:

Administration

Employee Status:

Employee

Revision Date:

Full-time/ Part time Status:

Contract

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Working Period:

200

Bargaining Unit Status:

Excluded

Date Approved by Board:


Salary

Minimum Qualifications :

• Indiana Administration and Supervision License and/or be able to provide a plan for how administration licensing will be secured (timeline, university/college)
• Previous employment in an education setting is preferred

Primary function:
Assistant to the Principal is an integral part of the administrative staff, along with the principal, school counselor, teachers, media specialist and other support staff. Usually assigned to support the day-to-day execution of tasks needed to keep school running smoothly, the Assistant to the Principal also supports academic programs, participates in the hiring, training, and evaluation (if appropriately licensed) of faculty and staff, develops and leads professional development (including the support of technologies to support teaching and learning), and attends to executive responsibilities such as assessment administration, data analysis, problem solving, and timely communication. Assistant to the Principals also develops relationships with parents and students, teachers and staff, and may represent the school at community and civic events.


Responsibilities :


1. Assist the principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with State and Federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the School Board; meeting and conferring with students, parents (including PTO), faculty and staff; developing alignment with other grade levels, maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
2. Assist the principal in the overall administration of the school; develop, interpret and enforce corporation and school handbook rules and regulations through a restorative approach to support student growth.
3. Assist the principal in the transformation of the school culture into a results-oriented, collaborative, and strategic learning community.
4. Support the principal in the collaborative development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of the school's Plan for Continuous Improvement that includes MTSS.
5. Ensure implementation of the School Board-approved curriculum and/or curriculum independently developed in the learning management system.
6. Assist the principal in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local mandates and guidelines related to local and state testing programs and the local exceptional education program.
7. Assist the principal in planning and implementing a professional development/growth program for teachers and staff.
8. Maintain and model high standards of professionalism.
9. Participate in on-going professional development to develop and refine leadership skills.
10. Serve with parents, faculty, and student groups, as requested, in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
11. Identify the special needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of school system specialists as required.
12. Supervise teachers and grade level teams/departments as assigned by the principal. If appropriately licensed, evaluate faculty and staff.
13. Assist in the planning and implementation of a systematic method of supervising the instructional program through the use of learning walks, observations, documentations, and follow-up conferences.
14. Explain and interpret curriculum/instructional goals/data analysis and objectives to teachers, parents, pupils, and the community.
15. Assist teachers in evaluating methods and materials and developing effective learning plans and classroom management techniques.
16. Assist in coordinating transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other school support services; help conduct safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.
17. Serve as principal in the absence of the regular principal.
18. Perform related work as assigned by the principal


ADA Physical Demands:


The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires frequent changes in sitting, standing and walking throughout the day. The employee may also need to do frequent bending and/or kneeling in order to reach technology components. The employee must frequently speak and hear as well as utilize the telephone and computer. The position requires lifting and carrying technology components.