Application to become an Approved Assistant Principal Candidate (For Internal Candidates Only)

Applicants must be approved as candidates in Pasco County Schools to be considered for assistant principal vacancies.

Internal Candidate Selection Process - Required documentation:

The application window will be open from Monday, February 3, 2025 to Wednesday, February 12, 2025.  You must apply in Talent Ed. All required documentation must be submitted in Talent Ed before the job ad closes to be considered during the application window. 

Phase 1:

· Effective teaching experience (a rating of effective or higher on your two most recent annual performance evaluations).

· Certificate in Educational Leadership

· Completed application in TalentEd including the following required documentation:

• Updated resume to reflect current position and experience
• Two recent reference letters, at least one from a current principal or supervisor, should be uploaded in attachments

A candidate interested in the AP eligibility process may not apply if any of the following have occurred:

• Formal level of discipline within the past 5 years
• Violation of Board policy 3124.01-Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing Program
• A finding by the Office of Professional Practices Services (FLDOE)

Phase 2:

· Participate in simulations, interview and a group problem-solving task during scheduled times. 

· Upon completion of phase 2, Assistant Principal eligibility will be determined, and applicants will be notified of their status.

*Applicants may not apply to the eligibility process during consecutive application windows. At least one application window must pass before an applicant can reapply.