Assistant Principal Jobs in Oklahoma

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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High School Assistant Principal

  • Shawnee, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Shawnee, OK
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Secondary Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Shawnee High School    Job Description SHAWNEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Job Title: Assistant Principal Reports...

Assistant Principal 5th-6th Grade

  • El Reno, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • El Reno, OK
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Principal 5th-6th Grade Position Category Administration Position Type Assistant Principal Posting Start Date 5/16/2025 Posting End Date 7/1/2025 Position Start Date 7/14/2025 School District...

Assistant Principal 3rd-4th Grade

  • El Reno, OK
  • 9 days ago
  • El Reno, OK
  • 9 days ago

Assistant Principal 3rd-4th Grade Position Category Administration Position Type Assistant Principal Posting Start Date 5/16/2025 Posting End Date 7/1/2025 Position Start Date 7/14/2025 School District...

Assistant High School Principal

  • Anadarko, OK
  • 11 days ago
  • Anadarko, OK
  • 11 days ago

Current Oklahoma Principal certification. Effective communication skills. Effective team-building skills. Effective organizational skills....

Secondary Assistant Principal/Intern

  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 17 days ago
  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 17 days ago

improvement needs; assists in the oversight of school improvement activities *Provides instructional leadership in the delivery of curriculum; assists in directing school resources to address diagnosed...

Associate Principal of Academics

  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 17 days ago
  • Broken Arrow, OK
  • 17 days ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises, oversees, and manages all high school Counselors and supports the Executive Principal in supervising assistant principals as their duties relate to academics...

Middle School Assistant Principal

  • Enid, OK
  • 23 days ago
  • Enid, OK
  • 23 days ago

Emerson Middle School Assistant Principal in Enid, OK QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree required At least five years successful experience in public education, part of which shall have been as a classroom...

Assistant Principal - Elementary

  • Claremore, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Claremore, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Principal candidates interested in being part of our incredible team!...

Assistant High School Principal or Intern

  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Implement constructive student discipline to reinforce desired outcomes....

25-26 Assistant High School Principal Intern

  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Implement constructive student discipline to reinforce desired outcomes....

Elementary Assistant Principal - Tishomingo Public Schools

  • Tishomingo, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tishomingo, OK
  • 45+ days ago

The selected applicant will serve as the assistant principal at a PK-5 grade campus with approximately 450 students....

Middle School Assistant Principal Interns (3 Positions)

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Administrators Date Posted: 4/2/2025 Location: EDMOND PUBLIC SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION CENTER    Edmond Public Schools Edmond, Oklahoma JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TYPE: Admin FLSA...

Elementary Assistant Principal 25-26 Sy

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Assists the principal in providing leadership in coordinating research based school improvement efforts in collaboration with staff, parents and community members....

HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (Curriculum)

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 90+ days ago

Administrators/ Assistant High School Principal Date Posted: 2/10/2025 Location: MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL    Edmond Public Schools Edmond, Oklahoma JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: High School Assistant...

25-26 Assistant Elementary School Principal or Intern

  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Norman, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Implement constructive student discipline to reinforce desired outcomes....

Demographic Data for Oklahoma

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Oklahoma

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 Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
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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