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Key Details
Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal
Date Posted: 9/22/2026
Location: Goodyear High School
Closing Date: Until Filled
JOB DESCRIPTION – Assistant Principal
TITLE: Assistant Principal
FLSA STATUS: Exempt FTE: 1.0 WORK CALENDAR: 261 days
COMPENSATION: Administrative Compensation Guide (starting range $100,494)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Observes, supervises and assists with the evaluation of the performance of teachers and classified personnel
2. Assists and supports teachers in developing and maintaining student self-discipline and appropriate classroom management; assists and supports teachers and other staff members in matters of student attendance and guidance
3. Assists with professional development and the development of strategies and programs involving technology, innovations, content standards, and methodology for the improvement of instruction and student learning
4. Coordinates with Educational Services, site principals and department chairs to ensure implementation of Professional Learning Communities according to PLC definitions, District/site established parameters, and non-negotiables
5. Monitors and verifies PLC weekly meetings with set agendas and protocols as established by District and site
6. Coordinates with Educational Services, site principals and department chairs to ensure the implementation of Extended Learning Opportunity time and that this time has an academic focus for every student
7. Collaborates with Educational Services, site principals and teachers to develop, monitor and adjust interventions and advancement structures and strategies that meet the academic needs of the students
8. Responsible for ensuring that all incoming freshmen are assessed to ascertain if there is an intervention needs
9. Responsible for enforcing the 'no opt-out' policy for interventions
10. Coordinates and oversees the District Professional Development Committee
11. Coordinates efforts to improve student participation and performance in Advanced Placement programs
12. Collaborates with Accountability/Accreditation department to ensure focus on results-driven planning and decision-making through the development and implementation of common formative assessments and district-wide data analysis protocols
13. Collaborates with site administrative team, site department chairs, teachers, stakeholders to develop and implement strategies and action steps aligned to the District's strategic plan to improve student achievement. Strategies and action steps shall be data-based and results-driven
14. Assists in the development of the master schedule of class offerings, staffing, and room assignments
15. Stays abreast of modern trends in education through study, observation, school visitations, and attendance at educational workshops and/or conferences
16. Maintains close relationships with the parents and patrons of the District; emphasizes positive public relations; assists in the organization of and attends a variety of public functions
17. Assists with the supervision of students in the classroom, cafeteria and restrooms, on campus, attendance and curse's office, and in surrounding areas; ensures positive student behavior at all times, and ensures staff, student and school safety
18. Assists with student attendance and discipline; prepares documentation for and participates in student attendance and student disciplinary hearings
19. Assists in the coordination of site testing, mid-term, and end of course assessments
20. Helps to coordinate and supervise school activities; assists in the organization and supervision of activities such as the prom, Honors Assembly programs, and all events and activities associated with senior graduation
21. Assists in the process of student registration and check out
22. Assumes administrative leadership of curricular departments as assigned
23. Maintains compliance regarding federal and Arizona Department of Education teacher certification and highly qualified status
24. Prepares reports as requested
25. Attends meetings, advises and approves various requests for assigned departments
26. Assists with the preparation and revision of the student handbook and supervises its distribution to all members of the student body
27. Assists with the supervision of substitute teachers on campus
28. Attends Governing Board meetings as requested
29. Completes necessary school, district, state and federal reports as assigned
30. Maintains a welcoming atmosphere for staff, parents, students, and community
31. Maintains confidentiality regarding student, staff, parent and school issues
32. Performs responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner
33. Performs other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required
Education / Certificate
1. Possess a valid Arizona Secondary Principal Certificate
2. Minimum of an earned master's degree from an accredited institution, preferably with the completion of the equivalent of one year of graduate work beyond the master's degree; course work must include administration, supervision, leadership and secondary school curriculum
3. Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
Experience
1. Completion of an Administrative Internship through an accredited institution
2. Demonstrated leadership and ability to work effectively with groups and individuals; demonstrated skills in organizing ideas and presenting them with clarity and conciseness; creative and imaginative approach to problem solving; ability to make sound decisions and withstand pressures; decision-making, and evaluating
3. Strong writing, literacy and communication skills
4. Exceptional professional role model
5. Leadership skills supporting the planning and implementation of short and long-range site and District goals
Communication Skills
1. Ability to work with internal and external staff, community-based organizations and businesses, parents, and students
2. Have skill in preparing and presenting reports
3. Have demonstrated skills in speaking, listening, writing, customer service and giving presentations
Computer Skills
1. Must possess a thorough knowledge in the use of office machines, and personal computers
2. Must possess the ability to use or learn to use student information system software
3. Knowledge of Google Suite
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Must be able to lift and carry materials and packages weighing up to 15 pounds
2. Ability to travel throughout school sites as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Must be able to tolerate and work in a high paced working environment
2. Must be able to handle high pressure situations.
3. Must be able to multitask
5. Must be able to be flexible with work hours
1-202 – EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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Worksite address
goodyear, AZ, 85338, US
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