Assistant Principal - Charlottesville High School (2026-27 School Year)

Job Title: Assistant Principal Location: Charlottesville High School Reports to: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Summary: The Assistant Principal is responsible for the assistance of administration of all aspects of the total school program. The Assistant Principal provides educational leadership for students and staff consistent with the division goals and under the direction of the Principal. Essential Functions:Conduct instructional supervision and evaluations, including classroom and teaching observations for assigned areasImplement curriculum and education objectives consistent with goalsDevelop an efficient system for pupil and program appraisal, recommending changes as needed to meet student needsEvaluate grading policies and pupil progress with members of the staffAssist teachers in planning field trips and using community resourcesProvide leadership in initiating professional learning programs and organizational improvementsOversee Advanced Tiers processParticipate in assigned PLC meetings to assist with data analysis and lesson planningProvide a climate conducive to effective communications through the use of faculty meetings, committees, and individual conferencesCoordinate the use of subject matter coordinators, instructional coaches, lead teachers, and other resourcesImplement and maintain a code of acceptable student behaviorCoordinate and supervise student activities, including after-school activitiesCoordinate services to students such as guidance/counseling, health, and special educationParticipate in eligibility and IEP meetingsSupervise pupil record-keepingAssist in student schedulingParticipate in the recruitment, placement, and evaluation of all staff membersEmploy substitute employees as neededComplete required reportsPromote a healthy and safe work environmentDevelop professional learning programs for all staffEstablish or assist with building maintenance schedules and evaluate their effectivenessMaintain furniture and equipment inventoriesSupervise the use of the school and grounds by all community groupsOrder necessary instructional materials, textbooks, equipment, and analyze the usage of such materials in collaboration with the Principal.Communicate with parents in multiple ways to encourage participationParticipate in the activities of the Parent Teacher Organization and any other parent groups as assigned by the PrincipalCommunicate and interpret school division policies, procedures, and regulations.Assist the Principal in developing and evaluating the annual School Improvement Plan, data presentations, and other information sharing as neededCoordinate and implement the Virginia Assessment Program for Standards of Learning (SOL), Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP), and WIDA as appropriateComplete any other duties as assigned by the Principal Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Required skills include performing multiple technical tasks with a need to occasionally update skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills include adhering to safety practices, planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records, using pertinent software applications; knowledge to perform algebra and/or geometry, review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions; have knowledge of age appropriate activities, business telephone etiquette, concepts of grammar and punctuation; safety practices and procedures; ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events, gather, collate, and/or classify data; use job-related equipment; flexibility to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods; work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; utilize a variety of data and job-related equipment; independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans; independent interpretation of guidelines; strong communication with diverse groups, maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules, setting priorities; work as part of a team; adapting to changing work priorities; working with frequent interruptions; monitor and appropriately allocate funds for the school Education and/or Experience: Master's Degree with a valid Virginia license with Administration and Supervision PreK-12 endorsement or other related endorsement, and at least three years of teaching experience are required. Previous administrative experience is preferred. Physical Conditions and Nature of Work: Typically, the job is performed in a school setting, including classrooms, cafeteria, and recreational areas. Regular coordination with school bus scheduling requires outside activity in frequent inclement weather. Daily liaison activity throughout the school building and grounds is necessary. Occasional attendance of school-related activities throughout the state and after normal working hours is necessary. Daily contact is made with students, teachers, and school administrators. Regular contact with parents and the community is required. Activity levels may vary, but typically can be 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. Evaluation: The Assistant Principal is evaluated by the Principal. Contract Length: 260 Days