Job Description
ELEMENTARY ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT SALARY & BENEFITS POSITION OVERVIEW The Elementary Assistant Principal serves as a key instructional and operational leader, with a targeted focus on supporting students who are not yet meeting academic standards, particularly in literacy and mathematics. In partnership with the Principal, this role helps ensure a safe, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment aligned to the mission, vision, and core values of the Moses Lake School District. The Assistant Principal leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior systems that promote positive student conduct, reduce disciplinary disparities, and support the social-emotional growth of all students. This leader maintains high visibility throughout the school, builds strong relationships with students and families, and ensures consistent, fair, and restorative practices in student discipline. The Assistant Principal also plays a key role in the supervision and evaluation of both certificated and classified staff. In partnership with the Principal, the Assistant Principal ensures a safe, inclusive, and academically focused learning environment aligned to district goals and LAP/LAP High Poverty requirements. This includes coordinating evidence-based interventions, supporting data-driven decision-making, and aligning behavioral supports to maximize instructional time for identified students. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES Master’s degree in education or related field Valid Washington State Administrator Certificate (or eligibility) Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience Demonstrated experience supporting student behavior and school climate Experience in staff supervision and/or evaluation preferred Strong belief in equitable outcomes for all students Knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), PBIS, and/or restorative practices Ability to remain calm, solutions-oriented, and student-centered under pressure Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students, staff, and families Commitment to ethical, transparent, and student-centered decision-making LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES Builds trust and positive relationships with students, staff, and families Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills Communicates clearly and effectively across diverse audiences Applies a restorative and instructional approach to student discipline Promotes consistency, fairness, and equity in behavioral expectations Supports a collaborative and student-centered school culture Uses data to inform decisions and improve systems ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Student Behavior & School Climate Leads the implementation and continuous improvement of schoolwide behavior systems (e.g., PBIS, MTSS) to increase student engagement and maximize time in core instruction. Manages student discipline in alignment with district policy, emphasizing restorative practices, explicit teaching of expectations, and student growth to ensure timely re-engagement in learning. Ensures consistent and equitable application of behavioral expectations and responses to create predictable, supportive conditions for academic success. Analyzes discipline and engagement data to identify trends, address disproportionality, and strengthen systems that support improved student outcomes. Provides coaching and support to staff in effective classroom management and behavior intervention strategies that increase student access to instruction. Develops and implements positive support plans in collaboration with staff, families, and support teams to remove barriers to learning for students needing additional support. Maintains high visibility throughout the school to build relationships, reinforce expectations, and proactively support student engagement in learning. Coordinates with counselors, behavior specialists, and outside agencies to align supports that improve student readiness to learn and sustained participation in instruction. Instructional & Staff Leadership Assists in the supervision and evaluation of certificated staff, including conducting formal and informal observations, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth aligned with district frameworks. Assists in the supervision and evaluation of classified staff, ensuring clarity of expectations, accountability, and professional development. Supports the Principa