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 - Anacapa Middle School

  • Ventura, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 1 day ago

For the future of every student Ventura Unified has long enjoyed a legacy as an outstanding place to live, work and raise a family. Our public schools, too, have built a reputation as safe and...

Assistant Principal - Las Colinas Middle School

  • Camarillo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Pleasant Valley School District See attachment on original job posting Pleasant Valley serves 5,900 TK - 8th grade students within 11 schools across our community. Our employees are passionate...

Assistant Principal - El Camino High School

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Oceanside Unified See attachment on original job posting Please attach the following documents to your application:-Valid current California Administrative Services Credential-Valid current...

Assistant Principal K-8 Dual Immersion

  • Oxnard, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 1 day ago

Rio Elementary See attachment on original job posting ResumeLetter of Introduction outlining unique qualifications and career objectives;3 Letters of Reference (Dated within the past 18 months for...

Assistant Principal - Helms Middle School

  • Richmond, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, CA
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Principal - Helms Middle School Job Description / Essential Elements: WEST CONTRA COSTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT MIDDLE/JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL VICE-PRINCIPAL Primary Function Assists the Principal...

Assistant Principal - Elementary School

  • Lake Elsinore, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Elsinore, CA
  • 1 day ago

Lake Elsinore Unified School District See attachment on original job posting DOCUMENTS REQUIRED: The following documents must be attached to your Edjoin application prior to the position closing...

Comments and Other Information Join Our Team as Assistant Principal at Alamosa Park (AP) Elementary - A California Distinguished School!...

Assistant Principal, TK-6 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

  • Kerman, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kerman, CA
  • 1 day ago

Kerman Unified School District KERMAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description POSITION: Assistant Principal (A Management Position) 503 SCOPE: K-8 ACCOUNTABILITY: The Assistant Principal shall be under...

Jr High Assistant Principal

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

Jr High Assistant Principal Requirements / Qualifications Administrative Services Credential...

Elementary Assistant Principal - Cabrillo Elementary

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 2 days ago

Elementary Assistant Principal - Cabrillo Elementary About the Employer Welcome to Upland USD Proud to be one of the highest achieving school districts in the San Bernardino County, we at Upland Unified...

Supervises student discipline and attendance. 2.3. Assists in evaluation of classified and certificated staff as assigned. 2.4....

Associate Principal

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Associate Principal Job Summary Assists the principal in performing secondary school management duties required by law, by the rules of the Board of Education, and by District policies and...

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - Patterson High School

  • Central Valley, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Central Valley, CA
  • 2 days ago

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - Patterson High School Job Summary Under the supervision and direction of the High School Principal, the Assistant Principal provides educational leadership by assisting in the...

Elementary Assistant Principal - 3 openings

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Elementary Assistant Principal - 3 openings Requirements / Qualifications Driver's License Copy Letter of Introduction (Addressed to Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Judy Correnti) Letter...

Assistant Principal High School

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL ~ HIGH SCHOOL About the Employer Downey Unified School District (DUSD) is located approximately 12 miles south of Los Angeles, offering easy access to scenic mountains and beaches...

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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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