High School Assistant Principal

High School Assistant Principal 210-Day (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027) Paulding County Schools SYSTEM-WIDE - Dallas, Georgia Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5502736 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jan 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Thank you for your interest in our High School Assistant Principal position Job Summary: The High School Assistant Principal is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount. All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Assistant Principal (210) Salary Schedule: State Based Plus Local Supplement Department: Operations/School Job Code: 761505 Reports To: Principal Work Schedule: 210 days/8 hr. Grade/Level: N/A FLSA: Exempt Primary Function: Assist, direct, supervise and coordinate all programs in the school. Provide leadership in curriculum, evaluation, and school improvement. Facilitate professional improvement of the instructional staff. Assist with student discipline. Other duties assigned by the principal. Working Conditions: Physical Demands: Office environment Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Constant interruptions Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone Seeing to read a variety of materials Sitting for extended periods of time Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials Qualifications: Must hold or be eligible for Georgia Level 5 Certificate in Educational Leadership (Tier I) Must have a strong educational background with a minimum of three (3) years teaching experience Must have good organizational skills, people skills and the ability to help supervise a large staff Must be able to follow directives and assist in the direction of focus of the total program Working knowledge of the total school operational plan preferred The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements. Essential Functions: Provide leadership and accountability in working with all school stakeholders including teachers, parents, support personnel, students, and community members to achieve standards and develop and improve the instructional programs of the school Assist in the ongoing development of the School Improvement Plan (SIP), and assist in communication of the SIP with the School Advisory Council Encourage the acceptance of individual responsibility and the development of initiative on the part of all staff Attend meetings of the school staff, and enlist the cooperation of all staff members in the solution of school-related issues Participate in the appointment, re-appointment, promotion, dismissal, and performance evaluation of all school staff as assigned Direct and supervise the labor of all employees in the school, and be responsible for the efficiency of employees Administer regulations affecting scholarship and discipline, and counsel with students as needed Maintain desirable relationships with school patrons, and counsel with them concerning student progress and achievement Certify the compliance of individual students with the requirements for promotion or graduation, based on records and reports from teachers Assist with the communication of all official business of the school Supervise the proper use and preservation of buildings, grounds, furnishings, equipment, and facilities of the school Submit to the Principal, as may be required, reports covering all details of the work of the school Ensure that grade report cards are properly completed and issued at designated times Ensure that all interschool contests and all other school-sponsored activities are under the direct and complete control of the school administration, and that finances related to such school activities are handled the same as other school fun Ensure that all school purchases are made through authorized individual school purchase orders and comply with statutory requirements, as well as Board policies Ensure that receipts are issued for all funds received regardless of source Submit financial reports to appropriate staff, submit all accounting books for audit as requested Participate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools. It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/Head Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 3236 Atlanta Highway Dallas, Georgia 30132 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr