Associate Principal High School 2026-2027

Job Overview
The Associate Principal is the second level of administration and supervision assigned to a middle school or high school campus. The incumbent may perform many of the same duties as assigned to an assistant principal position but are generally assigned school-wide responsibilities that are broader in scope. The Associate Principal has supervision over assistant principals, faculty and staff. The Associate Principal acts for the Principal in his/her absence as required and/or assigned.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Leadership and School Management

• Provide instructional leadership for the campus including analyzing data and developing plans to increase student achievement with the principal
• Assist with the coordination and implementation of the District approved curriculum in all courses
• Participate in developing the Campus Improvement Plan and assist with the curriculum-related activities such as program development and evaluation
• Assist in the development and implementation of campus specific staff development
• Monitor student behavior, student attendance, and enforce discipline rules
• Develop, design, maintain master schedule
• Serve in the principal’s role when the principal is not available

Personnel Management

• Support the principal in defining the expectations for staff performance regarding instructional strategies, classroom management and communication with the public
• Practice a commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement
• Assist with interviewing, selecting, evaluating, and growing high quality school staff

Administrative and Facilities Management

• Manage the use of and coordinate the maintenance of school facilities and grounds to ensure a clean, orderly and safe learning environment
• Provide leadership in the development of budgets, master schedule, and other similar projects based on documented program needs
• Perform all technical or procedural responsibilities efficiently and effectively (such as textbooks, duties, transportation, substitutes, keys, student activities, records, etc.)

School/Community Relations

• Plan, organize, and coordinate teaching, support services, student services, student activities and school/community relations programs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication resulting in productive working relationships with students, staff, public, and other system administrators

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities for instructional and non-instructional staff of the assigned campus in accordance with the District’s policies and applicable laws
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems