Assistant Principal

About This Role

This Assistant Principal role at Southern Highlands Preparatory School involves partnering with the Head of School or Principal to support the academic program and daily operation of a K–8 campus. The position is ideal for an experienced educator and collaborative leader who can balance instructional leadership, employee development, student support, and campus operations while keeping students at the center of every decision.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the school’s curriculum and instructional practices
• Observe classroom instruction and provide teachers with constructive coaching and feedback
• Use student achievement data to support instructional planning, interventions, and school-wide improvement
• Counsel and guide students regarding academic, behavioral, and personal concerns
• Assist with standardized testing, student assessments, accreditation, and other academic initiatives
• Lead, supervise, and develop assigned teachers and campus employees
• Support employee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, professional development, and retention
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming campus environment
• Support daily campus operations, scheduling, staffing coverage, and implementation of school policies
• Build strong relationships with students, families, employees, and community partners
• Address student, family, and employee concerns with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Partner with school leadership on enrollment, family engagement, campus events, and operational priorities
• Serve as the acting school leader in the absence of the Head of School and/or Principal
• Perform other duties as assigned to support students and campus operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field required
• Experience in school leadership, education administration, or a comparable supervisory role
• Minimum of one year of teaching experience required
• Experience coaching, supervising, or developing teachers and school employees
• Knowledge of K–8 instructional practices, student assessment, and school operations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee referral bonus
• Student tuition discount

About the Company

Spring Education Group’s K-12 Division includes nearly 75 schools, with programs spanning Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School. Southern Highlands Preparatory School is dedicated to equipping students with 21st-century skills for academic and real-world success in a supportive environment tailored to individual strengths and learning styles. Its curriculum balances traditional and progressive education, enriched with subjects beyond the core to educate the whole child. Field trips and after-school programs extend learning beyond the classroom, reflecting a commitment to fostering confidence, self-esteem, and a love of learning.