Elementary Assistant Principal Pool

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) serves nearly 36000 students in more than 65 schools across a 90-square-mile district in Southwest Ohio. As Ohios highest-performing large urban school district CPS ranks among the top districts statewide for student learning and growth while offering families high-quality school choices and innovative academic programs.

The districts investment in exceptional educators innovative programming and strong community partnerships has accelerated student achievement and school performance to the highest levels in decades ensuring students graduate prepared for success in college careers and life.

Cincinnati Public Schools seeks creative innovative passionate problem-solvers who are committed to making a positive impact on students families and communities every day. We invite talented educational leaders to join our team and help shape the future of Cincinnati Public Schools.

Cincinnati Public Schools is establishing an Elementary Assistant Principal Pool to identify and develop a strong pipeline of highly effective elementary school leaders. Candidates selected for the pool may be considered for current and future Assistant Principal vacancies throughout the districts elementary and K6 schools.

Selection into the pool does not guarantee placement; however candidates may be considered for vacancies as they become available during the life of the pool.

Elementary Assistant Principals serve as instructional leaders who support student achievement school culture teacher development operational excellence and family engagement. Working collaboratively with the principal and school leadership team Assistant Principals help create safe inclusive and academically rigorous learning environments where all students develop the foundational skills necessary for lifelong success.

Assistant Principals support the implementation of district initiatives while ensuring equitable opportunities and outcomes for all students.

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the Ohio Standards for Principals including:

• Instructional leadership
• Early literacy and mathematics achievement
• Curriculum implementation
• Assessment and accountability
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• Continuous school improvement

• Shared leadership and collaborative decision-making
• Data-driven problem-solving
• Strategic planning and implementation
• Staff supervision coaching and evaluation
• School operations and resource management

• Equity-focused leadership
• Cultural responsiveness
• Inclusive educational practices
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Restorative practices
• Student engagement and belonging
• Positive school culture and climate

• Effective communication and conflict resolution
• Family and community partnerships
• Stakeholder engagement
• Relationship building and collaboration

• Ongoing professional learning
• Leadership development
• Reflective practice

• Early childhood and elementary education
• Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
• English Learner (EL/ESL) programming
• Special education services and compliance
• Student attendance behavior and engagement strategies
• Technology integration and innovation

• Support the principal in defining and communicating the schools mission vision goals and expectations.
• Assist in implementing district curriculum and instructional initiatives.
• Monitor student achievement data and support school improvement planning efforts.
• Promote high-quality instructional practices that improve outcomes for all students.
• Support teacher development through coaching observation feedback and professional learning.
• Assist in implementing interventions and supports that address achievement gaps and improve student outcomes.
• Support implementation of evidence-based literacy and mathematics instructional practices.

• Foster a positive safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Support implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) restorative practices and student-centered discipline systems.
• Monitor and analyze attendance behavior and school climate data to develop interventions and supports that improve student outcomes.
• Lead initiatives related to attendance behavior student engagement and school climate.
• Promote equitable access to rigorous learning opportunities and support services.
• Support the social emotional and academic well-being of students.

• Collaborate with staff to advance district and school goals related to equity and inclusion.
• Utilize equity-focused data analysis to identify and address barriers to student success.
• Build strong relationships with students staff families and community stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations and ensuring equitable outcomes.

• Assist with implementation of Board policies administrative regulations and district initiatives.
• Support hiring onboarding supervision and evaluation of school staff.
• Coordinate assigned school operations programs and activities.
• Assist with school budgeting resource allocation and reporting requirements.
• Support extracurricular and enrichment programming.
• Assume responsibility for school operations in the absence of the principal.

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with families community organizations early childhood providers and community partners.
• Support communication efforts that strengthen trust and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Encourage meaningful family involvement in student learning and school activities.
• Represent the school and district at community events and meetings as needed.

• Masters Degree in Educational Leadership or a related field from an accredited institution required.

• Valid Ohio Principal License required or evidence of eligibility to obtain licensure prior to employment.

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience required.
• Previous leadership experience in a school setting preferred.
• Experience working in diverse educational environments preferred.
• Elementary teaching and/or leadership experience preferred.

• Experience serving in a formal or informal leadership role such as Teacher Leader Department Chair Instructional Coach Administrative Intern Dean or Assistant Principal.
• Experience leading or supporting the implementation of PBIS MTSS restorative practices attendance improvement initiatives or other school-wide systems designed to improve student behavior engagement and achievement.
• Experience supervising coaching evaluating or supporting the professional growth of staff.
• Demonstrated success using student achievement attendance behavior and school climate data to improve instructional and organizational outcomes.
• Experience developing and implementing school improvement plans and monitoring progress toward established goals.
• Experience fostering positive school culture and climate while building strong relationships with students staff and families.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and a demonstrated commitment to equity and culturally responsive leadership.
• Knowledge of early childhood education special education programming and English Learner services.
• Experience coordinating extracurricular enrichment family engagement or student leadership programs.
• Experience in an urban school district or similarly diverse educational setting preferred.

Assistant Principal Elementary

Salary placement will be based upon verified years of administrative experience and applicable salary differentials in accordance with the CAAS Agreement.

Current Elementary Assistant Principal Salary Range:

$95217.44 $113276.44

At Cincinnati Public Schools we believe our students staff and community members bring valuable perspectives and experiences that strengthen our schools. We are committed to creating learning environments that are welcoming inclusive and free from barriers that limit opportunity and achievement.

Each student deserves equitable access to high-quality instruction meaningful supports and opportunities that prepare them for lifelong success. CPS actively works to eliminate inequities and ensure that every student can reach their fullest potential.

To learn more about the Districts commitment to equity and anti-racism please visit the CPS website.

Cincinnati Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin ancestry disability genetic information military or veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

Applicants selected for the Elementary (K6) Assistant Principal Pool may be considered for current and future vacancies throughout Cincinnati Public Schools during the life of the pool.

Required Experience:

Staff IC