Job opening
Assistant Principal - High School
Sweet Home Central School District · Amherst, NY, US
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About this role
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- Employer
- Sweet Home Central School District
- Location
- Amherst, NY, US
- Requisition
- 92636
- Pay
- Starting Salary $105,908
- Employment type
- Not listed
- Work mode
- Not listed
- Sector
- Education
- Occupation (O*NET)
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary (classified)
- Posted by employer
- November 5, 2026
- First seen on Buffalo Projects
- November 7, 2026 · 3 days ago
- Deadline
- November 19, 2026
Full description
About the Role: Sweet Home High School is seeking a dynamic, student-centered educational leader to serve as Assistant Principal. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with students, staff, families, and district administrators to foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that promotes academic achievement, positive school culture, and student well-being. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in supporting instructional programs, student services, school operations, and staff development. This position requires a visible leader who is committed to building strong relationships, promoting high expectations for all students, and contributing to the continued success of Sweet Home High School.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation and evaluation of instructional programs to improve student achievement and educational outcomes.
- Assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive school climate that supports student learning and well-being.
- Supervise, support, and evaluate instructional and non-instructional staff in accordance with district policies and applicable regulations.
- Coordinate student discipline, attendance initiatives, and restorative practices to promote student growth and accountability.
- Collaborate with counselors, social workers, psychologists, and support staff to address students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
- Partner with teachers and instructional leaders to analyze student data and support continuous school improvement efforts.
- Assist in the development and implementation of building goals, improvement plans, and district initiatives.
- Foster positive relationships and effective communication with students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
- Support extracurricular programs, student activities, and school events that contribute to a vibrant school community.
- Ensure compliance with district policies, collective bargaining agreements, NYSED regulations, and applicable state and federal laws.
- Assist with scheduling, supervision, emergency management planning, and other operational functions of the high school.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Applicants should include a resume, cover letter, and professional references addressed to Dr. Finune O. Shaibi, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.
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