HS Assistant Principal

POSITION TITLE:  HS Assistant Principal

FLSA:  Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must hold proper state certification

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  240 day contract

Assistant Principal Overview:

Berryville High School is seeking an Assistant Principal that supports the school and district mission statements by providing instructional leadership and fostering a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and student achievement. This role places a strong emphasis on Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), instructional coaching, teacher development, and data-driven decision-making to enhance teaching and learning across all content areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership

• Support the implementation of a rigorous and relevant curriculum aligned with state standards. (HQIM)
• Provide ongoing instructional coaching and feedback to teachers through observations, walk-throughs, and formal evaluations.(TESS)
• Facilitate professional development aligned with school goals, teacher needs, and current educational best practices.
• Collaborate with teachers and instructional teams to analyze student data and adjust instructional practices accordingly.
• Lead initiatives focused on improving instructional quality and student outcomes.

Professional Learning Communities (Collaborative Teams)

• Support the Principal in leading the ongoing improvement of effective PLC structures.
• Provide training and support to teacher teams.
• Guide teams in using student data to drive decision-making, curriculum alignment, and differentiated instruction.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of PLC work and its impact on student achievement.
• Promote a collaborative culture of inquiry, reflection, and shared responsibility for student learning.

School Culture

• Promote a positive school culture that values high expectations, equity, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Model and enforce high standards for student behavior and staff professionalism.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families to support a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support and be engaged in the building Guiding Coalition.

Daily Operations

• Enforce student discipline, manage student behaviors, and support teachers with classroom management.
• Assist the Principal with daily school operations including scheduling, safety procedures, and monitoring of students.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of instructional staff.
• Ensure compliance with school, district, and state policies and procedures.
• Support the development and implementation of school improvement plans.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Valid administrative certification as required by the state of Arkansas.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of successful teaching experience.
• Professional learning focused on the PLC process (PLC Institute, RTI, Assessment Training)
• Deep understanding of curriculum design, formative assessment, and instructional best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Science of Reading Assessor (Must complete within first year.)