Apr 10, 2026

Elementary Assistant Principal

Job Description

Title of Position: Assistant Principal - location TBD

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Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of Learning Standards and NY state assessments
  • Experience teaching/working at a public school in NY (strongly preferred)
  • Strong understanding of the Science of Reading, Science of Mathematics and New York State Literacy and Mathematics Briefs
  • Strong understanding of social-emotional learning, classroom and behavior management
  • The ability and commitment to use technology as an instructional tool
  • Uncompromising commitment to continuous improvement
  • Broad experience with a variety of instructional techniques
  • Flexibility, enthusiasm, creativity, and willingness to develop programs and collaborate with and support other staff
  • Loyalty and evidence of being a team player
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion of all members of the school community

Requirements: NY State certification in School Building Leader


Position Available: on/about July 1, 2025


Salary: step 1 of the assistant principal schedule - $116,788


Closing Date: April 22, 2026


___________________________ APPLICATION PROCEDURES ___________________________


Internal Applicants: Email a letter of interest to applications@lockportschools.net or interschool mail a letter of interest to the attention of the Human Resources Office. Requests for transfers will be considered according to the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.


External Applicants: Interested applicants are to submit a resume, a completed application, three letters of reference (signed and dated within the past two years), a copy of all college transcripts, and a copy of current NYS certification. Application packets can be submitted in one PDF document to applications@lockportschools.net, online at www.wnyric.org, or via U.S. mail to Lockport City School District Human Resources Office, 130 Beattie Avenue, Lockport, New York, 14094.


The Lockport City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, religion, marital status, sex, age, or disability.


Job Attachment

Salary Competitive
Y

Appointment Status
Probationary

Position Status
Full time

Required Certification Type
School Admin & Supv {1180}, School Building Leader {1012}

Contact Person's Name
Lisa Schrader

Contact Person's Title
Deputy Superintendent

Contact Person's Phone
716-478-4826

Contact Person's Email
applications@lockportschools.net

ID

07b6c4d508cd09607dbbdffb7b8d60f3