High School Assistant Principal 210-Day (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)

High School Assistant Principal 210-Day (Anticipated Vacancy 2026-2027)Paulding County Schools SYSTEM-WIDE - Dallas, Georgia Open in Google MapsJob DetailsJob ID: 5502736Application Deadline: Posted until filledRe-Posted: Jan 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)Starting Date: ImmediatelyJob DescriptionThank you for your interest in our High School Assistant Principal positionJob 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 DESCRIPTIONPosition Title: Assistant Principal (210)Salary Schedule: State Based Plus Local SupplementDepartment: Operations/SchoolJob Code: 761505Reports To: PrincipalWork Schedule: 210 days/8 hr.Grade/Level: N/AFLSA: ExemptPrimary 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 environmentDexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardConstant interruptionsHearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephoneSeeing to read a variety of materialsSitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materialsQualifications: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 experienceMust have good organizational skills, people skills and the ability to help supervise a large staffMust be able to follow directives and assist in the direction of focus of the total programWorking knowledge of the total school operational plan preferredThe 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 schoolAssist in the ongoing development of the School Improvement Plan (SIP), and assist in communication of the SIP with the School Advisory CouncilEncourage the acceptance of individual responsibility and the development of initiative on the part of all staffAttend meetings of the school staff, and enlist the cooperation of all staff members in the solution of school-related issuesParticipate in the appointment, re-appointment, promotion, dismissal, and performance evaluation of all school staff as assignedDirect and supervise the labor of all employees in the school, and be responsible for the efficiency of employeesAdminister regulations affecting scholarship and discipline, and counsel with students as neededMaintain desirable relationships with school patrons, and counsel with them concerning student progress and achievementCertify the compliance of individual students with the requirements for promotion or graduation, based on records and reports from teachersAssist with the communication of all official business of the schoolSupervise the proper use and preservation of buildings, grounds, furnishings, equipment, and facilities of the schoolSubmit to the Principal, as may be required, reports covering all details of the work of the schoolEnsure that grade report cards are properly completed and issued at designated timesEnsure 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 funEnsure that all school purchases are made through authorized individual school purchase orders and comply with statutory requirements, as well as Board policiesEnsure that receipts are issued for all funds received regardless of sourceSubmit financial reports to appropriate staff, submit all accounting books for audit as requestedParticipate in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignmentReview current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilitiesEnsure adherence to appropriate safety proceduresFollow federal and state laws, as well as Board policiesPerform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designeeApplicants 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-TimeJob Categories: Administration > Assistant Principal/Dean/HeadJob RequirementsCitizenship, residency or work visa requiredContact InformationHuman Resources3236 Atlanta HighwayDallas, Georgia 30132Phone: (770) 443-8000Email: humanresources@paulding.k12.ga.usJ-18808-Ljbffr