2026-2027 Assistant Principal - Kipps Elementary School

Kipps Elementary School

Assistant Principal

(12 months)

2026-2027 School Year

Are you ready to inspire, lead, and shape the foundational years of young learners?

Kipps Elementary School is seeking an exceptional leader to step into the role of Assistant Principal. This is an exciting opportunity to join Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia, a division dedicated to excellence in education and student success. As Assistant Principal, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of our students and cultivating an engaging learning environment. We are looking for a visionary and nurturing leader to serve as our Assistant Principal, where you'll champion a vibrant and inclusive environment for our PreK-5th grade students to thrive. If you are ready to bring your leadership expertise, creativity, and dedication to our dynamic team, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and community.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To assist the school principal in the overall administration of instructional programs and campus-level operations, and to assist the school principal in the planning, coordination, and directing of activities and programs related to the administration of the school.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates successful experience planning and implementing instructional initiatives
• Possesses knowledge and experience with state and federal requirements including the Virginia Standards of Learning
• Communicates effectively with stakeholders through outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of school accreditation and ability to work with parents and staff as a team to achieve the standard
• Displays a record of success in establishing an effective learning environment and maintaining high standards of student conduct
• Demonstrates experience or working familiarity with Google Drive for instruction, collaboration, and coursework and expertise in using technology in education and administration
• Engages in a collaborative leadership style
• Cultivates an inclusive, equitable, and warm learning environment for a diverse student population
• Fosters positive relationships and works effectively with parents and families
• Models professional behavior by being dependable, punctual, and present

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree
• Verification showing completion of an approved program in administration and supervision and/or required coursework from an accredited institution
• Hold or immediately be eligible for a Virginia Department of Education license with an endorsement in Administration and Supervision, PreK-12
• Three years of successful experience as a teacher

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience at the elementary level

SALARY: $75,725.64 - $129,995.41 annually, with benefits; commensurate with experience (salary may change due to 2026-2027 budget considerations)

FLSA Status: Exempt

BENEFITS:

Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage

Ameritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses

Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and families

Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their families

Generous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.

Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.

Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.

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CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Montgomery County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel action affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, status as a veteran, and genetic information (including family medical history) is prohibited. Personnel decisions shall be based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, when necessary. The Montgomery County School Board shall provide facilities, programs and activities that are accessible, usable and available to qualified disabled persons. Further, the Montgomery County School Board shall not discriminate against qualified disabled persons in the provision of health, welfare and other social services.

Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Human Resources

750 Imperial Street SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073

540.382.5100