About this role
August 7, 2026 We are excited to announce the following ADMINISTRATIVE vacancy in the Rochester Community Schools. Internal applicants will have first consideration. Applications will be accepted until filled. ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL West Middle School QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master's Degree preferably in Educational Leadership, School Administration or Curriculum.
• Valid State of Michigan teaching certificate, preferably in Secondary Education.
• Michigan School Administrators certificate.
• Demonstrate and models professional demeanor, resourcefulness and effective communication strategies with diverse groups.
• Strong knowledge base in cultural proficiency strategies and best practices.
• Successful instructional administrative experience.
• Successful secondary teaching experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and community.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal SUPERVISES: All professional and support personnel assigned to the building. JOB GOAL: To assist the principal in using leadership, supervisory and administrative skills in order to promote the educational development of each student. COMPENSATION: $105,563 TO $119,311 (Based on RAA Master Agreement) The successful candidate will be eligible for a comprehensive benefit package including Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, paid holidays and sick days, as well as any other applicable benefits per the Rochester Administrators Association Master Agreement. Work schedule 206 work days plus 12 paid holidays. TITLE: ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL 1.08 REPORTS TO: Building Principal SUPERVISES: All professional and support personnel assigned to the building. JOB GOAL: To assist the principal in using leadership, supervisory and administrative skills in order to promote the educational development of each student. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Works to maintain an effective learning climate in the school.
• Enforces discipline as necessary in accordance with the Code of Student Conduct and RCS Respect Code.
• Works cooperatively with members of the Administration Center staff in addressing District problems relating to instruction, transportation, and special services.
• Recruits, screens, hires, trains, assigns and evaluates staff members assigned to the building.
• Functions as principal in the principal's absence.
• Works with instructional staff to initiate, design, implement, and evaluate instructional programs, materials, and strategies to meet assessed needs of students.
• Plans and supervises activities and programs which are outgrowths of the school's curriculum such as: sporting events, plays, concerts, assemblies, student council, student driving and parking, student fund raising, student publications, field trips and bus applications and interim reports.
• Supervises the maintenance of accurate records and reports to parents on the progress and attendance of students.
• Works to establish and maintain a positive relationship with local community groups and individuals to foster understanding and solicit support for overall school objectives and programs and.
• Follows all Board policies and administrative regulations.
• Participates in building meetings and such other meetings as may be required by the District.
• Cooperates with college and university officials regarding teacher training and preparation.
• Works with the principal to establish a budget and to allocate financial resources.
• Acts as a liaison between the school and the community encouraging community participation in school activities.
• Keeps abreast of educational developments by attending conferences and workshops, and by reading and discussing issues with colleagues.
• Motivates and assists staff in setting curriculum objectives.
• Acts as a liaison between district and police liaison and outside agencies (courts, psychiatric, hospitals, etc.).
• Monitors the safety and administration of the school and coordinates the administration of crisis and emergency plans.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of building and District reports.
• Supervises the guidance counselor program to enhance individual student education and development.
• Serves on standing and ad hoc building committees as needed.
• Conducts meetings of the staff as necessary for the proper and safe functioning of the school and its programs.
• Supervises student lunchroom and hallways, as necessary.
• Chairs the building team comprised of psychologist, social worker, learning consultant, teacher consultant, counselors, nurse, and speech pathologist.
• Offers guidance to employees who may be experiencing work-related or personal problems that may affect job performance.
• Performs such other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/designee.
Reviewed 2/94 Revised 2/94, 7/9/96, 4/13, 6/15, 4/21, 8/26 APPLICATION PROCESS: Interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application through the link below. If you are an internal candidate, please log in to submit your application. https://rochester.schoolspring.com/ ROCHESTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Rochester Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, familial status, arrest record or physical and mental disabilities in accordance with the Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) MCL 37.2206, Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWCRA), MCL 37.1206, Title II, Title VI, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8U.S.C., Section 1324A Et. Seq.) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In addition, individuals will not be excluded from, or be denied, the benefits of participation in any program or activity for which the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District is responsible. Rochester Community Schools has designated certain individuals to serve as Compliance Coordinators for purposes of federal and state nondiscrimination laws and regulations. For additional information, including the names and contact information of the designated Compliance Coordinators, please visit the Rochester Community Schools Policies and Title IX webpage: https://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/about-us/departments/human-resources/policies You can also visit our website at www.rochester.k12.mi.us and search “Notice of Nondiscrimination”