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Assistant Principal

•Elementary

Randolph County School System

New Market Elementary

•Sophia, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Randolph County School System

Job Details

Job ID:

5918371

Application Deadline:

Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description

School:

New Market Elementary/Tabernacle Elementary

10 Month / Full Time Position

Effective:

2026

•2027 School Year

Must hold a NC 012 School Administrator

•Principal Educator's License

POSITION PURPOSE

The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the school principal in the leadership, coordination, supervision and management of the school program and operation. Tasks include assisting with the development of the school calendar as well as class schedules, working with or serving as the school Testing Coordinator to establish testing schedules and overseeing curriculum delivery. The AP is also the first line of assistance pertaining to student disciplinary issues and providing faculty and student support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND

ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the administration and supervision of all programs in the school

Thorough knowledge of cognitive, affective, social and physical development of school children

Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local policies and procedures regarding the learning process in grades K-5

Thorough knowledge of the evaluation process of staff and the ability to provide appropriate counseling for improvement, as needed

Thorough knowledge of North Carolina's accountability model

Considerable knowledge of school board policies, procedures and standards regarding the education of students in the Randolph County School System.

Considerable knowledge of ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional organizations and/or federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations

Considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends and developments in education

Considerable knowledge of the North Carolina Standards

Demonstrated skill in counseling and developing staff

Demonstrated skill in providing and/or presenting professional development for staff that encourage professional growth of the school staff and enhances the quality of the instructional programs on campus

Ability to assess the needs of students and school atmosphere; promote school safety

Ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate educational programs within the school

Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing school programs and make recommendations for improvement

Ability to use common office machines and computer driven word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs

Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing

Ability to make oral presentations before large groups of people

Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with students, staff, system administration, parents, and the community

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree from an accredited institution in school administration

Five (5) years minimum of successful classroom teaching experience

Served as an AP or Principal Intern in a public school

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid NC Teacher's license

Valid NC Principal's license or eligible for certification

Valid driver's license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ten (10) years of combined classroom and administrative experience

Teaching and/or administrative experience at the elementary school level

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the principal with the development and maintenance of an effective educational program consistent with state and federal guidelines and philosophy, policies and goals of the School Board

Assist the principal with the overall administration of the school

Assist the principal in the transformation of the school culture into a results-oriented collaborative learning community

Support the principal in the collaborative development, implementation and ongoing refinement of the school's Plan for Continuous Improvement

Ensure the implementation of the state, legislative, and board curriculum requirements

Interpret and enforce school and school board policies and requirements

Assist the principal in monitoring compliance with federal, state and local mandates and guidelines related to local and state testing programs and the local EC program

Assist the principal with planning and implementing a professional development/growth program for teachers and staff

Serve as the principal in the absence of the school principal

Propose schedules of classes and extracurricular activities; help schedule courses, students and teachers

Work with department heads and faculty in compiling the annual budget requests

Requisition supplies, textbooks and equipment, conduct inventories, maintain records, and check receipts for purchased materials

Assist in coordinating transportation, custodial, cafeteria and other school support services

Help conduct safety inspections and safety drill practice activities in accordance with statutory and school board requirements

Assist with the reporting and monitoring of school attendance

Assist with maintaining discipline throughout the student body, dealing with special cases as necessary

Serve with parents, faculty and student groups, as requested, in advancing educational and related activities and objectives

Maintain a variety of files; prepare periodic and special reports as required

Identify the special needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of school system specialists, as required

Supervise teachers and departments as assigned by the principal

Interpret and explain division-wide curriculum/instructional goals and objectives to teachers, parents, students and the community

Assist teachers in evaluating methods and materials and developing effective learning plans and classroom management techniques

Assist with the coordination and supervision of guidance services

Maintain and model high standards of professionalism and ethical behavior

Perform additional duties as directed by the School Principal

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employee assigned to this position. This position description may be revised by the supervisor, with review and approval by the Human Resources Division, at any time.

Job# 336101, 364101

Position Type:

Full-Time