Assistant Principal, High School
Fairfax County Public Schools · Virginia, United States · Yesterday
Education$122k–$188k/yrFull-time
Qualifications
- Master's degree.
- Four (4) years of experience in teaching and leadership at the high or secondary school level, or equivalent experience.
- Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
- Must hold or be eligible for a postgraduate educational license.
- Must hold or be eligible for endorsement(s) in administration and supervision PreK-12.
Duties/Essential Functions
- Performs a variety of administrative duties in assigned capacity in compliance with school division policies and legal requirements required to assist with the management of assigned human, material, and financial resources necessary for school operation.
- Upholds effective discipline and fosters a safe and positive environment for students and staff during curricular, co-curricular, and extracurricular activities.
- Shows evidence of instructional leadership and assists with the delivery of required programs or curricular areas necessary to achieve excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals.
- Participates in collaborative development and implementation of school improvement plans; plans, implements, supports, and assesses instructional programs.
- Participates in the provision of staff development programs consistent with program evaluation results and school instructional improvement plans.
- Identifies, analyzes, and resolves problems using effective problem-solving techniques.
- Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relations with students, staff, families, and other community members.
- Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community members to secure resources and to support the success of a diverse student population.
- Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
- Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with other administrators, school personnel, and the community to promote and support the mission and goals of the school division.
- Participates in professional development activities to enhance student learning and provide service to the profession, the division, and the community.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements
- This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate.
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Pay
Salary Range: $122,135 - $187,659
School-based Administrator Scale/Grade: 003-FCFPSA
School Year: 2026-2027
Instructional Level: Secondary
Contract Length: 260-Day Contract
Closing Date: 21-Jul-2026
Open Until Filled: No
Re-Adv. Position: No