Assistant Principal
Kalamazoo Central High School
10 Month Full Time

2026-2027 School Year

Scope of Responsibilities

The Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting the principal in the administration of a large, urban secondary school.

the lead building administrator in the principal's absence

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.
2. Supervises the work of professional and classified employees as assigned.
3. Administers district policies and procedures concerning discipline and attendance.
4. Assures the safety and welfare of students.
5. Assists with planning and implementation of programs for parent groups, staff, and community agencies, and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
6. Supervises support programs such as food services, bus loading, lunch supervision, and transportation as assigned.
7. Assists with the management and care of the school's plant equipment and materials.
8. Supervises extra-curricular activities.
9. Assists with accreditation activities.
10. Assists with the planning and supervision of a balanced student activities program.
11. Administers building and district programs for vocational and career-education preparation and placement, with (1) comply with Title IX and XII, (2) provide non-traditional opportunities for students, and (3) provide quality experiences for students with special needs.
12. May serve as the lead building administrator in the principal's absence.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. Three to five years of successful teaching experience or comparable successful experience working with students.
2. Master's degree in administration, supervision, curriculum, or related areas.
3. Meet or be willing to meet the State school administrator’s certification requirements.
4. Demonstrate advanced skills in computer utilization of educational materials and student information systems.
5. Demonstrate advanced organizational and communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
6. Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban educational setting and a diverse/multi-cultural setting.
7. Must possess a positive work history.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Educational administration experience.
2. Knowledge of human service agencies.
3. Graduate credits in pupil personnel administration, testing, vocational guidance, special education, or communications.
4. Knowledge of performance assessment, curriculum development, and learning styles.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with various groups, including those with diverse backgrounds.
6. Experience in the management of student discipline and attendance, with the ability to establish programs and procedures to improve student behavior and attendance.
7. Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to students, staff, and parents.

Interested applicants should apply online and attach their application to this posting.  

Internal candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume to the 

Human Resources Department

Kalamazoo Public Schools

1220 Howard Street

Kalamazoo, Michigan  49008

(269) 337-0177     FAX (269) 337-0185

Position will be posted until filled

Visit our website at:  www.kpsjobs.com

Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Assistant Principal
Kalamazoo Central High School
10 Month Full Time
2026-2027 School Year
Scope of Responsibilities
The Assistant Principal is responsible for providing assistance to the principal in the administration of a
large, urban secondary school.
Performance Responsibilities
1. Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs.
2. Supervises the work of professional and classified employees as assigned.
3. Administers district policies and procedures concerning discipline and attendance.
4. Assures the safety and welfare of students.
5. Assists with planning and implementation of programs for parent groups, staff, and community
agencies, and promotes positive public and school-community relations.
6. Supervises support programs such as food services, bus loading, lunch supervision, and
transportation as assigned.
7. Assists with the management and care of the school's plant equipment and materials.
8. Supervises extra-curricular activities.
9. Assists with accreditation activities.
10. Assists with the planning and supervision of a balanced student activities program.
11. Administers building and district programs for vocational and career-education preparation and
placement, with (1) comply with Title IX and XII, (2) provide non-traditional opportunities for
students, and (3) provide quality experiences for students with special needs.
12. May serve as lead building administrator in the absence of the principal.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Three to five years of successful teaching experience or comparable successful experience
working with students.
2. Master's degree in administration, supervision, curriculum, or related areas.
3. Meet or be willing to meet the State school administrator’s certification requirements.
4. Demonstrate advanced skills in computer utilization of educational materials and student
information systems.

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5. Demonstrate advanced organizational and communication skills with students, parents, and staff.
6. Minimum three years of successful experience working with children and families in an urban
educational setting and a diverse/multi-cultural setting.
7. Must possess a positive work history.
Desirable Qualifications
1. Educational administration experience.
2. Knowledge of human service agencies.
3. Graduate credits in pupil personnel administration, testing, vocational guidance, special education
or communications.
4. Knowledge of performance assessment, curriculum development and learning styles.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with various groups, including those with diverse backgrounds.
6. Experience in management of student discipline and attendance with the ability to establish
programs and procedures to improve student behavior and attendance.
7. Demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to relate to students, staff, and parents.
Interested applicants should apply online and attach their application to this posting.
Internal candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume to the
Human Resources Department
Kalamazoo Public Schools
1220 Howard Street
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008
(269) 337-0177 FAX (269) 337-0185
Position will be posted until filled
Visit our website at: www.kpsjobs.com
Kalamazoo Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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