Assistant Principal (High School)

Start Date: July 1, 2026
Hours Per Day: 8.0
Days Per Year: 215
Base Salary: $167,249 - $181,033
Technology Stipend: $2,000
Location: Steilacoom High School 


For best consideration, please submit applications by May 15, 2026

Steilacoom High School is looking for a collaborative, student-focused Assistant Principal to join our leadership team. We're a school that values relationships, high expectations, and meaningful learning. Our experienced staff is dedicated to helping students grow into joyful and confident learners, and we're looking for a leader who shares that commitment. As Assistant Principal, you'll help support students and staff in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging school environment. This role includes working closely with teachers on instruction, supporting student behavior and discipline, and helping coordinate programs that serve our diverse student body.

We're looking for someone who is approachable, organized, and ready to jump into the day-to-day work of helping a school run smoothly. If you're committed to supporting both students and staff and want to be part of a strong, experienced team, we'd love to meet you.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• Valid Washington State School Administrative credentials.
• Three to five (3-5) successful years teaching experience.
• Ability to create a safe, orderly, positive school climate for students and staff.   
• Knowledge and experience of TPEP and timeline of implementation.
• Demonstrated success in shared decision-making, program development, staff supervision and evaluation.
• Ability to work with Washington State's standards and assessments.
• Knowledge of instructional innovation, including alternative strategies, assessment methods, blended learning, and supports for diverse learners
• Managerial skill in planning, organizing, delegating, and active listening.
• Knowledge and skill in fiscal management, staff development, and human relations.
• Knowledge and demonstrative skills in the use of technology for teaching and learning.
• Knowledge about laws, rules and regulations governing the operation of public schools.
• Ability to gain and demonstrate knowledge of District and State laws that govern budget procedures and expenditures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, work effectively under pressure, and remain flexible.
• Ability to react in emergencies to include intervening and, as necessary consistent with District policy, restraining students.
• Ability to maintain regular, in-person physical presence at the assigned work location during scheduled work hours.
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations.

Please see attached complete job description.

Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 does not discriminate in any programs, activities or employment practices on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, disability, neurodivergence, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, age, and honorably discharged veteran or military status and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Allegations or concerns can be reported to Susanne Beauchaine at 511 Chambers Street, Steilacoom 98388, 253.983.2222 or [email protected]