Assistant Principal - High School

• Position Type:
  Administration/ Assistant Principal
• Date Posted: 3/3/2026
• Location:
  
  Apache Junction High School
• Date Available:
  
  07/07/2026
• Closing Date:
  When Filled

Apache Junction Unified School District (AJUSD)
Full-Time, Exempt | 230-Day Contract
Salary Starting at $64,000+ (DOE)
Reports To:
High School Principal
Work Calendar: 7/6/2026 - 6/18/2027

Lead With Purpose. Serve With Heart. Put Kids First.

Apache Junction Unified School District is seeking a compassionate, innovative, and student-centered High School Assistant Principal who believes deeply in our Kids First mission. We are looking for a leader who cares about students, values community partnership, and understands that strong relationships are the foundation of a thriving school.

This role is ideal for someone who brings emotional intelligence, resilience, strong judgment, and a commitment to building a positive school culture. The Assistant Principal will partner with the High School Principal to support instructional excellence, student success, and a safe, inclusive campus environment.

Our schools are the heart of Apache Junction. You'll join a team that supports one another, celebrates success, and works together to make a difference for every student.

Our Kids First philosophy guides every decision. You will be part of a leadership team that puts students at the center of everything we do.

You’ll collaborate with passionate educators, supportive administrators, and a district leadership team committed to innovation, equity, and excellence.

We invest in our leaders through:

• Leadership coaching
• Opportunities to innovate and pilot new ideas
• Access to emerging tools, including AI-supported systems

Your leadership will directly impact students, families, and the future of our community. This is meaningful work with real purpose.

The High School Assistant Principal supports the Principal in leading a safe, inclusive, and high-performing school environment grounded in AJUSD's Kids First mission. This role requires a student-centered, relationship-driven leader who partners with staff, families, and the community to ensure every student is supported academically, socially, and emotionally.

• Promote and uphold AJUSD's Kids First mission in all decisions and interactions.
• Partner with the Principal to cultivate a positive, inclusive, and academically rigorous school culture.
• Support instructional excellence through classroom observations, coaching, and staff evaluations.
• Lead professional development aligned to school goals and instructional best practices.

• Oversee student attendance, discipline, and restorative practices with fairness and consistency.
• Ensure due process and equitable discipline aligned with district expectations.
• Build strong relationships with students and maintain high visibility on campus.
• Support a safe, orderly, and welcoming school environment.

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop staff; provide coaching, feedback, and accountability.
• Address concerns, resolve conflicts, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Support staff growth through mentoring, collaboration, and clear communication.

• Use data, technology, and AI-supported tools to improve communication and decision-making.
• Manage budgets and resources connected to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with district policies, state regulations, and legal requirements.
• Assist with general school administration and perform additional duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned.

• Master's Degree in Education
• Experience supervising and evaluating classroom instruction
• Knowledge of high school curriculum, special education, and Arizona education law
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and…