Assistant Principal of School Climate &

Poughkeepsie High School – 2026-2027 vacancy

Qualifications

• New York State School District Administrator (SDA) or School Building Leader (SBL) certificate by the time of appointment
• Instructional leader well-versed in teaching and learning theories
• New York State Certification as a School Social Worker
• At least five (5) years of successful school district experience
• Expertise in technology and computer-based platforms
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Restorative practices
• Experience with Infinite Campus or other Student Information System (SIS) platforms
• Meticulous record-keeping skills

Responsibilities

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.

• Plan, implement, supervise, coordinate, and evaluate student conduct, attendance, and at-risk behavior that may interfere with student success
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of intervention programs that address the needs of at-risk students
• Perform administrative duties to assist the Principal in managing the school culture and climate
• Provide restorative practices for students when necessary
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of designated certificated and/or classified personnel; assign duties to faculty and staff to meet school objectives
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and selection of new faculty and staff
• Develop and administer disciplinary procedures in accordance with district policies and state laws; receive referrals and confer with students, parents, teachers, community agencies, and law enforcement
• Resolve parent, student, and staff concerns and complaints; serve on discipline or expulsion panels as assigned
• Supervise students on campus before and after school, during lunch, recess, passing periods, and other activities; instruct and discipline students in accordance with established guidelines
• Monitor and organize attendance functions; prepare letters, call parents, and attend meetings regarding absent or tardy students; lead attendance improvement efforts
• Provide direction to faculty, staff, and student programs and services; participate in classroom visitations and observations; provide recommendations for improvement
• Participate in Individual Educational Plan (IEP) meetings as needed

Pay

$109,796 – $129,334 (in accordance with the Administrators contract)