Assistant Principal Jobs in Ontario, CA

An Assistant Principal, also known as a Vice Principal, is an integral part of a school's administration team. They fulfil a variety of roles that may include managing school activities, overseeing daily school operations, coordinating curriculum, supervising teachers and staff, monitoring student progress, and enforcing disciplinary rules. They also assist the Principal in more complex administrative tasks and act as the Principal in their absence. Some Assistant Principals may also have specific responsibilities such as Special Education or Discipline Coordinator.

Prior to becoming an Assistant Principal, individuals may hold positions such as Classroom Teacher, Department Head, or School Counselor. Importantly, they must have a strong educational background, often including a Master's Degree in Education Administration or a related field. An administrative certification is also usually required. Key skills for this role encompass strong leadership, excellent communication, good organizational skills, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment. An understanding of curriculum development, budgeting, and school law are also vital to the role.

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Assistant Principal, Elementary School

  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

About the Employer About Us The Orange Unified School District serves approximately 24,000 students in grades kindergarten through 12th, and encompasses all or part of the cities of Anaheim,...

Assistant Principal, High School 2025-26 School Year- #11714

  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Principal, High School 2025-26 School Year- #11714 Requirements / Qualifications Electronic application and submission of supporting documentation is required via EDJOIN....

Assistant Principal High School (Rowland High School)

  • Rowland Heights, CA (15 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rowland Heights, CA (15 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago

RUSD is seeking a dynamic Assistant Principal who will: Collaborate with staff, students, and parents to lead the school to meet the needs of all students Work with parents, staff, and students in promoting...

Assistant Principal High School (Rowland High School)

  • Rowland Heights, CA (15 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rowland Heights, CA (15 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Rowland, we believe all employees regardless of title have an important role to play in the preparation of our students. We have developed a comprehensive, broad-based instructional program...

Assistant Principal - Athletics and Facilities - Chino Hills High School (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Chino, CA (7 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chino, CA (7 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago

About the Employer Here at Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), our administrators, educators, support staff, and athletic coaches are part of an award -winning team. Not only does the...

High School Assistant Principal

  • Crestline, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Crestline, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Please click on job description for more information about the position and the required documents. Please submit your application, current resume, credential, and three current letters of...

Assistant Principal, High School, Applicant Pool 67-25-26

  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 2 days ago

HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL DEFINITION Under general direction of the Principal, High School, assists with the administration and coordination of a High School....

Assistant Principal, Elementary 11706- 2025-26 school year

  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Assistant Principal, Elementary #11706- 2025-26 school year View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications This posting is to establish an eligibility pool for anticipated vacancies for the 2024...

Assistant Principal, Elementary #11706- 2025-26 School Year- Eligibility Pool

  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Colton Joint Unified School District See attachment on original job posting This posting is to establish an eligibility pool for anticipated vacancies for the 2024/25 school year.ALL APPLICANTS:...

Assistant Principal, High School

  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Riverside, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 8 days ago

About the Employer With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly...

Elementary School Vice Principal

  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 days ago

San Bernardino City Unified See attachment on original job posting Edjoin Online Certificated Management Application; a comprehensive resume; placement file (or three current letters of...

Assistant Principal, Continuation High School (2025-26 School Year) 11701

  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Assistant Principal, Continuation High School (2025-26 School Year) #11701 View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Electronic application and submission of supporting documentation is required...

Assistant Principal - Elementary Pool (2025/2026 School Year)

  • Chino, CA (7 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chino, CA (7 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago

The position will be set up to allow movement of each Elementary Assistant Principal at the end of the second consecutive year of assignment....

Middle School Assistant Principal

  • San Dimas, CA (9 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Dimas, CA (9 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago

For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here School Assistant Principal-...52.pdf...

Assistant Principal

  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Assistant Principal, Hicks Canyon ES 42-25-26 at Tustin Unified School District Share on X About the Employer The mission of the Tustin Unified School District, a learning community rich in heritage...

Demographic Data for Ontario, CA

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Ontario, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Principal positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Principals in Ontario, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.7%
Bachelor's Degree
7.7%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.1%
Associate's Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Principals in Ontario, CA
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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