Assistant Principal Jobs in Louisiana

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 Pool

  • Harvey, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Harvey, LA
  • 2 days ago

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: A certified administrator serving in the capacity of assistant principal must be able to communicate in standard English both orally and in writing....

Assistant Middle School Principal at Cecilia Jr High JobID: 2537 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 3/7/2025 Location: Cecilia Junior High Closing Date: 03/21/2025  &...

High School Summer Remediation Assistant Principal

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 8 days ago

High School Summer LEAP Remediation Assistant Principal The Caddo Parish School Board is seeking applicants for the position listed below to oversee the planning, implementation, and administration...

Assistant Elementary School Principal at Cecilia Primary JobID: 2533 Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: St. Martin Parish Schools District Office Closing Date:...

Assistant Principal - Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy High School [2025-2 As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in...

Assistant Principal 2025-206 School Year

  • Luling, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Luling, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Principal 2025-206 School Year JobID: 2072 Position Type: School/Center Based Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 2/10/2025 Location: Central Office-Human Resources Date Available...

Assistant Principal - Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy Middle School [2025

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Assistant Principal - Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy Middle School [2025 As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in...

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.6%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
High School or GED
1.3%
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 Louisiana
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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