Assistant Principal Jobs in Ohio

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

  • Newark, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Newark, OH
  • 18 hours ago

Qualifications/Requirements:Applicant must:hold a valid and appropriate Principal's certificate or licensebe aware of the social and emotional needs of each individual studentuse data to drive...

Assistant High School Principal Position for the 2025-26 School Year

  • Worthington, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Worthington, OH
  • 1 day ago

Possession or eligibility for a valid Ohio Secondary Principal Certificate or Licensure Proven ability to work with students, parents, teachers, staff and community members Understanding of secondary...

High School Assistant Principal

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 2 days ago

Appropriately credentialed in teacher evaluations preferred....

Assistant Principal of Instruction - IDEA Converse College Prep (Immediate Opening) Employer IDEA Public Schools Location Converse, TX, United States Salary Competitive categories Employer IDEA Public...

Anticipated Primary Assistant Principal

  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Hilltop School District:   Wyoming City Schools   Attachment(s): Anticipated Primary Assistant Principal.pdf...

Assistant High School Principal

  • Sidney, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Sidney, OH
  • 4 days ago

To fill out an application for the posted position, please copy and paste the link listed below. This will take you to the Sidney City Schools job posting board: Sidney City Schools will not be...

Assistant Principal

  • Whitehouse, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitehouse, OH
  • 4 days ago

Anthony Wayne Local Schools is seeking an anticipated administrative position of Assistant Principal for Fallen Timbers Middle School beginning with the 2025-26 school year....

Elementary Assistant Principal & PreK Director

  • Tiffin, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Tiffin, OH
  • 4 days ago

Old Fort Local Schools will have an opening for an Elementary Assistant Principal & PreK Director for the 2025-26 school year (start date of August 1st)....

Assistant Principal - Alliance Early Learning School

  • Alliance, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Alliance, OH
  • 4 days ago

Position: Assistant Principal - Alliance Early Learning SchoolEmployment Status: Regular/Full-Time This position does include Health BenefitsReports to: Building PrincipalFLSA Status: ExemptPosition...

6th-12th Assistant Principal of Instruction Applicant Pool - IDEA Austin Region (25-26) Employer IDEA Public Schools Location Austin, TX, United States Salary Competitive categories Employer IDEA Public...

High School Assistant Principal (Anticipated)

  • Sidney, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Sidney, OH
  • 5 days ago

SIDNEY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION HIGH SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL Reports to: Building Principal Job Objectives: Assists the building principal with the management of school programs and services...

High School Assistant Principal/Athletic Director

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

SOUTH-WESTERN CITY SCHOOLS 3805 Marlane Drive Grove City, OH 4312... Position: Assistant High School Principal/Athletic Director Building: Franklin Heights High School Position Type: 225-day...

High School Assistant Principal

  • Amherst, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Amherst, OH
  • 5 days ago

High School Assistant Principal Amherst Exempt Village School District Amherst Exempt Village School District - Amherst, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for...

Assistant Principal - Elementary

  • Alliance, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Alliance, OH
  • 6 days ago

Position: Assistant Principal - Alliance Early Learning School Employment Status: Regular/Full-Time ~ 215 days per year This position does include Health Benefits Reports to: Building Principal FLSA...

Assistant Principal

  • Mason, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 6 days ago

Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy (CCPA) is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Principal for the 2025-2026 school year....

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Salary for Assistant Principal Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio offer the following education background
Master's Degree
66.0%
Doctorate Degree
22.7%
Bachelor's Degree
7.8%
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 Ohio
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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