2026-2027 Assistant Principal

Licking Heights School District•Pataskala, OH

8h•Onsite

About The Position

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens. To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including: Passion for education and student well-being. Effective mentoring and guidance for students. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Continuous learning and professional development. Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making. Openness to two-way communication and community engagement. We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district’s vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

Requirements

Possess an Ohio Administrative License/Certificate for the appropriate position of principal
High performance expectations for students, staff and self
Understanding of instructional leadership strategies
Record of educational positions or experience showing increasing responsibilities
Strong instructional leadership background
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative environment with building staff, district staff, parents and community

Nice To Haves

3 years administrative experience preferred
Successful educational leadership roles or comparable experience

Responsibilities

Assume the general operation of the school during the absence of the school principal.
Implement programs for student discipline and supervision aligned to PBIS.
Attend school functions as directed by the principal.
Work with the principal in the areas of classroom visitation, evaluation and hiring processes for building staff.
Counsel with parents, students, and faculty.
Assist the principal in communication with staff, students, parents, and the community.
Assist the principal in planning and conducting safety drills.
Prepare reports as requested.
Attend meetings as scheduled by the superintendent and principal.
Conduct routine administrative and supervisory tasks as assigned by the principal.
Assist the principal in providing leadership and direction to staff for ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs.
Encourage parental involvement in students' education.
Assist the principal in preparing and facilitating state and district assessments.
Adheres to Title IX Compliance.
Provides Instructional Leadership for staff by facilitating professional development, providing feedback as a part of instructional rounds and evaluations and supporting the OIP process.
Be responsible for the classification, promotion, or retention of students within the building.
Manages Staff Personnel issues as needed.
Manages Pupil Services related issues including the planning and implementation of programs for the health, safety and welfare of the students in the building and family engagement plan.
Assists in the development and implementation of building policies and procedures as assigned by the building principal.
Assist with hiring coaches when requested by Athletics.
Assist with supervision of Athletic contests when requested.
Assists in the security of the building.
Conduct OTES 2.0 evaluations for Certified Staff members.
Conduct OSCES evaluations for School Counselors.
Attend meetings of the Board of Education at the invitation of the Superintendent.
Assist with oversight of Teacher Based Teams, Building Leadership Teams and MTSS Teams and any other teams.
Perform such other duties as may be directed by the Building Principal or Superintendent.