Assistant Principal – Elementary 2026-2027

Ritenour School District • Saint Louis, MO

2d

About The Position

Assists the principal in implementing the school’s educational and administrative programs within the parameters established and approved by the Board of Education.

Requirements

• Appropriate Missouri Elementary Administrator Certification
• Minimum 3-5 years of classroom teaching experience at the elementary level is preferred.
• Applicant must have a master’s degree in educational administration.
• The applicant must demonstrate success working with a diverse student population and expertise in the areas of curriculum leadership with evidence of improving learning outcomes for students.
• The applicant must possess collaborative leadership skills, strong communications skills, be an effective problem solver and advocate for a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth.

Nice To Haves

• Instructional leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the principal in the overall administration of the school and implementation of district policy.
• Assists the principal in supervising, observing and evaluating the performance of the building staff.
• Assists the principal in planning, supervising and evaluating the instructional program.
• Assists in the preparation of teacher schedules, student schedules, extracurricular activities, etc.
• Supervises student discipline/conduct.
• Supervises the reporting and monitoring of student attendance, and works with parents, counselors, social workers and other resources to address attendance concerns.
• Supervises teachers and departments as assigned by the principal.
• Assists the principal in administering school operational policies and procedures and in developing the building budget.
• Assists and supervises substitute staff as directed by the principal.
• Prepares reports as directed by the principal.
• Assumes responsibility for the operation, maintenance and cleanliness of the school building, grounds equipment and materials.
• Serves with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
• Assists in safety inspections, safety drill practice activities and emergency procedures.
• Assists the principal in planning, implementing, and monitoring staff development and growth activities.
• Assist in administration of volunteer and extracurricular activities.
• Assumes responsibility for coordinating transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other support services.
• Communicates with parents.
• Pursues professional growth and development through staff development opportunities, postgraduate education, membership and participation in professional organizations and attendance at regional, state and national meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance is required to provide support to students and staff.
• Requires travel to work sites within a building.
• Meets with students and parents outside the instructional day.
• Reviews and interprets test results and reports to obtain information necessary for decision-making, planning and management.
• Prepares and maintains written reports.
• Develops information for written reports and correspondence to officials inside and outside the district.
• Communicates student assignments and behavior problems in writing with others.
• Discusses individual student circumstances with teachers, principals, and parents.
• Conducts individual or group meetings.
• Provides oversight and evaluative supervision of assigned staff.
• Communicates with employees and parents via telephone.
• Communicates student assignments and behavior problems verbally with others.
• Observes and evaluates employee performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level