2026-2027 Assistant Principal, Harrison Elementary

Elementary School Assistant Principal

2026-2027 School Year

Harrison Elementary School

Job Description

Assists the principal in leading all aspects of the schools vision instructional program and daily operations in an equitable manner and in accordance with federal state and district guidelines. Provides collaborative instructional leadership focused on improving teaching learning and student outcomes while fostering a positive inclusive school culture. Partners with staff students families and the community to build systems that support academic success attendance behavior and student well-being. Responsibilities include but are not limited to instructional coaching and feedback supervision and evaluation MTSS staffing parent and community relations student discipline school safety attendance and fiscal and facilities management. Serves as acting principal in the principals absence.

Primary Function

This position requires a strong understanding of K-5 standards and how to ensure effective instruction and learning. It is highly recommended that the candidate have experience in high-needs behavior support and English Language Development (ELD) programs. Putting together an effective instructional schedule including classroom teachers specialists and educational assistants is a must. The job requires the ability to analyze and offer alternative solutions to issues as they arise. The position has supervisory responsibility for planning assigning reviewing and evaluating the quality and quantity of work of licensed and classified professionals. Frequently meets with teachers school psychologists and other educational personnel to lead influence motivate and monitor the goals and objectives of the school operation. Ensures compliance with District and Board goals.

Position Responsibilities

• Serves as an instructional leader and assists in the management of a K-5 School facility.
• Assists in leading school curriculum alignment planning and implementation and continuous improvement through collaborative professional learning communities and data-informed decision making.
• Works closely with the school staff in identifying educational and instructional needs including instructional technology equitable pedagogy inclusive instructional practices Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and developing plans to improve the instructional process.
• Supports all staff in the development of Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) and in the experiences and strategies to achieve those objectives including culturally responsive and evidence-based practices.
• Confers and consults with school and district personnel parents students and community partners regarding academic behavioral attendance social-emotional and inclusive student supports using restorative and collaborative approaches whenever appropriate.
• Uses the districts licensed and classified evaluation system to coach develop and support all staff working at the highest level of effectiveness.
• Partners with the principal to develop coherent instructional behavioral and operational systems that improve outcomes for all students.
• Leads and strengthens the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) restorative practices and systems that foster a positive inclusive school culture.
• Supports communication with students parents and the community by updating the website preparing the monthly newsletter writing the board report and communicating with the local newspaper
• Assumes an active and engaging role in the functions and activities of the Districts Administrative Council and other assigned committees and groups.
• Demonstrates and models the qualities of being a life-long learner fosters collaborative professional learning communities and inspires others to do the same.
• Coordinates student and family assistance programs with local social services and youth service agencies.

Position Qualifications

Must hold or be able to obtain an Oregon Administrative License. Highly preferred that candidates have elementary teaching and/or special education experience. Experience with instructional leadership PLCs MTSS restorative practices instructional coaching and equitable evidence-based systems is highly preferred.

Salary Range and Benefits

The District will provide a competitive salary for a 215 day contract. The placement on the salary schedule is dependent on previous qualifications and experience. The District provides a generous benefit package in addition to the base salary.

Application Procedure

Applicants should apply online at: Procedure

Applications are completed online an can be accessed at There may be additional requirements for applicants that will be communicated through email.

Application Deadline

Position open until filled. Application review will begin July 31 2026.

South Lane School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender sex sexual orientation national origin disability parental or marital status age veterans status or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA).

Required Experience:

Junior IC