Assistant Principal - Elementary

About the District

Gates Chili Central School District is committed to nurturing curiosity, progress, and inclusion across its school community. The district values diversity and actively works to eliminate exclusion, prejudice, racism, and bias in all forms.

Role Overview

The Assistant Principal for the elementary level works under the direction of the Building Principal to support the leadership and supervision of the school’s academic program. The role is focused on strengthening student achievement and supporting the educational growth of students while following Board of Education policies, administrative rules, and all applicable laws.

Compensation and Schedule

The pay range is $85,000, with final compensation negotiable based on experience.

This role includes district contribution toward health, vision, and/or dental insurance, and may qualify for paid personal time, paid sick time, and paid vacation time.

The schedule is listed as part-time and follows a 10-month school-year calendar. The position includes 8.0 paid hours per day.

Key Duties

This position supports school leadership in multiple areas, including program development, staff coordination, student support, family engagement, and compliance with district expectations.

• Help shape and manage school programs that align with district goals and priorities.
• Guide staff in reviewing and improving instructional and extracurricular offerings.
• Support a safe, positive school climate that promotes personalized learning and collaboration.
• Encourage family participation and serve as a point of contact for parents and guardians.
• Support the district’s Strategic Plan for Equity in day-to-day leadership.
• Assist with class scheduling, master scheduling, and extracurricular planning.
• Help ensure school policies and procedures are followed consistently.
• Continue professional growth through seminars, workshops, meetings, or independent research.
• Encourage staff development and innovation in teaching practices.
• Supervise assigned departments and coordinate work across staff and district program leaders.
• Monitor student learning and collaborate with teachers to adjust instruction for varied learning needs, including special education needs.
• Assist with hiring, personnel file management, collective bargaining matters, corrective action, and other HR-related issues.
• Participate in evaluating programs and planning new initiatives.
• Promote effective communication between the school, students, and families.
• Oversee Code of Conduct expectations and work directly with students to support academic and social success.
• Support restorative practices within the school environment.
• Track student attendance in line with district and school standards.
• Evaluate teachers and other building staff according to the district evaluation system and make recommendations regarding goals, improvements, and continued employment.
• Assist with the school’s budget and financial operations in line with district policy.
• Take on other related assignments as directed by the Building Principal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate should understand current instructional methods, curriculum, data analysis, education law, and differentiated instruction. Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills are important, along with the ability to work effectively with culturally diverse students and families. Comfort using computer systems and standard office software is also required.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold New York State certification as a School Building Leader and have a driver’s license or the ability to provide their own transportation. A master’s degree from an accredited college or university is required, preferably in school administration or a related education field.

The district is looking for someone with extensive successful teaching experience, ideally at the elementary level, and experience working with a diverse student population is preferred.

Work Environment and Travel

The role is based in standard office and school settings. The position involves use of typical office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and telephones. Travel to district buildings and professional meetings is required as needed.

Additional Notes

The responsibilities listed here are representative and may not include every task associated with the role.