Principal - Elementary School Assistant

APPLICATION DEADLINE

APRIL 30, 2026 at

NOON EFFECTIVE START DATE

JULY 1, 2026 Position Description

POSITION TITLE

Elementary School Assistant Principal (12-month position)

FLSA:

Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in school administration required. A minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching and appropriate state Principal certification. Prior principalship experience preferred. Effective communication skills. Effective team-building skills. Effective organizational skills.

REPORTS TO

Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Twelve-month employment (260 days). Salary and work calendar to be established by the Board of Education. Benefits according to the Administrator's Agreement.

MAJOR POLICY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the building principal in accountability for the educational, administrative, and supervisory functions in the school building. The assistant principal communicates and enforces directives and policies approved by the Board of Education and District Office to the building personnel, as delegated by the principal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assist in general supervision of building and grounds for the safety and welfare of students and staff. Responsible for scheduling and enrollment of students and grade reporting. Assist with the assignment & evaluation of substitute teachers, teachers, and classified staff in the building. Assist the principal in building scheduling, fostering communication between stakeholders, and implementing strategies to improve instruction. Assist the principal in faculty supervision and evaluation in accordance with district evaluation policy. Share with the principal the responsibility for administering the district's discipline and attendance policies through accepted building procedures. Develop supervision schedules. Provide leadership for maintaining an effective school climate. Promote & ensure a high level of student attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs all duties that are assigned by the building principal and Central Office. Belongs to appropriate educational organizations. Shares professional growth activities with staff to improve educational program and better meet district goals and expectations. Develop master schedules. Please note : Pittsylvania County Schools reserves the right to fill positions pursuant to School Board Policy GBN, Staff Hiring Procedures.