Rossford Schools is seeking a dynamic and student-centered educational leader to serve as the Assistant Principal of Rossford Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Rossford Elementary serves approximately 820 students in preschool through grade 5. The assistant principal will support a learning community committed to helping students be Respectful Responsible and Ready while working to prepare inspire and empower all students to achieve success. This role will support the principal in aligning school leadership with district priorities focused on student experience community partnerships clear communication and responsible stewardship of resources.
Contract: Administrative 250 days per year
Deadline to Apply: March 27 2026
Salary: Will be negotiated based on experience.
The Rossford Elementary Assistant Principal supports instructional and operational leadership to promote high expectations for student learning positive student development and effective school systems. The assistant principal works collaboratively with the principal to support staff maintain a safe and respectful school environment and build strong relationships with students families and the community.
Masters degree in Educational Administration or a related field
Appropriate Ohio Principal Certification/Licensure
Deepunderstanding of educational policies curriculum and instructional practices
Excellent communication interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Strong organizational problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Instructional Leadership & Student Achievement
Support the implementation and monitoring of school improvement goals aligned to district priorities and student needs
Assist in supporting high-quality instruction through curriculum alignment effective instructional practices and use of student learning data
Collaborate with staff to strengthen assessment practices and progress monitoring
Promote a culture of academic excellence innovation and continuous improvement
School Culture Student Support & Safety
Support the maintenance of a safe respectful learning environment with consistent implementation of student behavior expectations
Assist in addressing the social emotional and academic needs of students through effective systems and interventions
Help ensure school-wide practices support attendance engagement and positive student behavior
Support student discipline processes in alignment with district expectations
Staff Leadership Supervision & Development
Assist in supervising and evaluating faculty and staff; provide feedback and support to improve practice
Support professional learning aligned to school and district goals
Foster collaboration and positive staff culture
Assist with staff recruitment onboarding and retention efforts
Operations Budgeting & Resource Management
Support day-to-day school operations including scheduling supervision and building management
Assist in maintaining efficient systems that maximize instructional time
Support responsible use of resources aligned to school needs
Family & Community Partnerships
Build positive relationships with families and community stakeholders
Communicate effectively with families through clear timely and consistent outreach
Support opportunities for family engagement and school-community collaboration
Compliance & Professional Responsibilities
Support compliance with educational laws district policies and state regulations
Maintain accountability for student outcomes and school expectations
Fulfill responsibilities as outlined in the applicable job description including other duties as assigned by the Principal Superintendent or designee
In accordance with State law the Rossford Board of Education requires a criminal background check through the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCII) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) records for each applicant the Superintendent recommends for employment. It is the policy of the Board of Education of the Rossford School District that no candidate for a position in this District shall be discriminated against based on race color religion national origin or citizenship status creed or ancestry age gender marital status non-disqualifying disability height or other protected categories.
Required Experience:
Staff IC