Assistant Principal Jobs in California

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, Secondary - Candidate Pool 2025-26

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Newport-Mesa Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Please review the job description attached. Individuals who are interested must submit an EdJoin electronic application...

Assistant Principal, Elementary Lynhaven (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Campbell, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Campbell, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Join a quality team of recognized leaders in proven instructional practices, innovative solutions and sound fiscal management. Campbell Union School District (CUSD) is a PreK-8 school district...

Assistant Principal

  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description: The Rockwood School District is seeking an outstanding administrator for the position of Interim Assistant Principal at Eureka High School....

Assistant Principal - Elementary School

  • Oakley, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Oakley, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Completed application Letter of interest Resume 3 current letters of recommendation Administrative Services credential Comments and Other Information Assistant Principal Elementary School Site (to be...

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

  • Colton, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Colton, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Colton Joint Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Electronic application and submission of supporting documentation is required via EDJOIN. Please be certain that your...

Assistant Principal (Elementary) 2025/26

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Principal will also be responsible for maintaining effective communication with parents, recruiting new families and scholars, and assisting in securing local grants....

Clear California Teaching Credential At least three (3) years' experience as a fully credentialed teacher Administrative Services Credential or work towards an Administrative Services Credential...

Elementary Vice Principal-Patriot Elementary School

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Summary Under the immediate direction of the Superintendent to provide assistance to the school community through the authority of the site principal in all areas of...

Assistant Principal K-8 School

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

Sacramento Valley Charter School See attachment on original job posting 1) Application2) Resume3) CA Administrative Services Credential4) CA Teaching Credential5) CLAD Certification Refer to the...

Assistant Principal: High School - Fremont High School (2025-26)

  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 2 days ago

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the assistant principal...

Principal, Dean, etc.)...

Assistant Principal K-8 School

  • CA
  • 3 days ago
  • CA
  • 3 days ago

The Assistant Principal reports directly to the Principal and assumes supervision on behalf of or in the absence of the Principal....

Assistant Principal - Middle School (La Quinta Middle School)

  • La Quinta, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • La Quinta, CA
  • 3 days ago

Assistant Principal, Middle School 2...151413.pdf...

Vice Principal

  • Clovis, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Clovis, CA
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Clovis Global Academy is a public charter school offering a unique choice in education to the families in our community. A 50-50 Spanish-English Dual Immersion program,...

Assistant Principal - Natomas High School

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Technology utilized to provide instructional leadership, assess student performance and communicate effectively....

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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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