Assistant Principal Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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 High School - Curriculum and Instruction

  • Blue Valley School District
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 6/1/2026 Location: TO BE DETERMINED Date Available: 07/20/2026    Apply online Attachment(s): Assistant Principal.docx...

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Aviation Safety Inspector, Assistant Principal Maintenance Inspector

  • Federal Aviation Administration
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 12 days ago

Aviion Safety Inspector, Assistant Principal Maintenance Inspector (Air Carrier Maintenance) Department of Transportion Federal Aviion Administrion Office of Aviion Safety, Flight Standards, Air Carrier...

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Assistant Principal

  • Harrisonville School
  • Harrisonville, MO (22 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Harrisonville, MO (22 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 12 days ago

True Openings as of 5/21/2026 Assistant Principal JobID: 312 Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/20/2026 Location: McEowen Elementary School Date Available: 08/01/2026...

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Secondary Vice Principal- Northeast Middle School

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 13 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities) Big Bucket #1: Driving School Improvement Collaborate on the development, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive school improvement plan....

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Middle School Assistant Principal

  • West Bloomfield School District
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 20 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 20 days ago

True Openings as of 5/13/2026 Middle School Assistant Principal JobID: 16372 Position Type: Building Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/12/2026 Location: Oxford Middle School Date Available...

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Administrative Assistant, Principal (Part Time) (2 days/week) - Aspen Grove Elementary School

  • BlueValley Schools
  • Bucyrus, KS (4 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bucyrus, KS (4 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 24 days ago

True Openings as of 5/7/2026 Administrative Assistant, Principal (Part Time) (2 days/week) - Aspen Grove Elementary School JobID: 14411 Position Type: Administrative/Clerical/ Administrative Assistant...

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Vice Principal- King Elementary

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 26 days ago

Principal/Dean/Head of School Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Map The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach,...

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2026-27 Elementary Assistant Principal, Bell Prairie Elementary

  • NORTH KANSAS CITY SCHOOLS
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 27 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 27 days ago

ADMINISTRATOR, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL: Bell Prairie QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Missouri Administrative certification appropriate for specific level. Degree(s) required and area of major study....

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Vice Principal- King Elementary

  • 4750 - King Elementary
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 28 days ago

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities) Big Bucket #1: Driving School Improvement Collaborate on the development, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive school improvement plan....

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Assistant Principal High School - Athletic Director

  • Blue Valley School District
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 28 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/6/2026 Location: BLUE VALLEY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Date Available: 07/20/2026 Closing Date: 05/11/2026    Description: Apply online...

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Assistant Principal High School - Activites

  • Blue Valley School District
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 28 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 28 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/6/2026 Location: BLUE VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL Date Available: 07/20/2026 Closing Date: 05/11/2026    Apply online Attachment...

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Secondary Vice Principal- Paseo Academy of Fine Arts

  • Kansas City Public Schools
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities) Big Bucket #1: Driving School Improvement Collaborate on the development, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive school improvement plan....

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Assistant Principal

  • Missouri REAP
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Summary The Assistant Principal supports the School Principal in providing instructional leadership, managing school operations, and promoting a safe, positive, and student-centered...

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Administrative Assistant, Principal - Morse Elementary School

  • Blue Valley School District
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Administrative/Clerical/ Administrative Assistant (less than 12-month) Date Posted: 4/28/2026 Location: MORSE ELEMENTARY Date Available: 07/20/2026    Rate of Pay: $18.02...

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Elementary Assistant Principal- Anticipated

  • TBD (to be determined)
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB GOAL: To be an integral part of the administrative team in providing instructional leadership for the students and staff of the school....

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Demographic Data for Overland Park, KS

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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 Overland Park, KS offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
7.7%
High School or GED
1.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.0%
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 Overland Park, KS
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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