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How much do elementary assistant principal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for elementary assistant principal in Silver Spring, MD is $86,696.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,200.00 and $104,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Elementary Assistant Principal vs Elementary Principal?

AspectElementary Assistant PrincipalElementary Principal
CredentialsMaster's degree in education, administrative certificationMaster's degree, administrative certification, more experience
Work EnvironmentSupports principal, manages daily school operationsOversees entire school, responsible for overall administration
ResponsibilitiesDiscipline, student support, staff supervisionCurriculum, policy, staff hiring, community relations

The Elementary Assistant Principal assists the Elementary Principal in managing daily school functions, focusing on discipline and staff supervision. The Elementary Principal holds broader responsibilities, including curriculum oversight and community engagement, with more experience and leadership expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an elementary assistant principal?

To thrive as an Elementary Assistant Principal, you need a background in education (often a master's degree), administrative certification, and experience in teaching or school leadership. Familiarity with student information systems, discipline management software, and standardized assessment tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital for building relationships with students, staff, and parents. These combined skills enable the Assistant Principal to foster a supportive learning environment, ensure smooth school operations, and drive student success.

What does an elementary assistant principal do?

An elementary assistant principal, also referred to as a vice principal, is an educational administrator in an elementary school who generally takes on the role of the disciplinarian. The purpose of this role is to help move students toward positive actions and behaviors and away from negative ones. As an elementary school assistant principal, you are often in charge of carrying out decisions that the principal makes and are also heavily involved with the community, teachers, parents, and students. Other duties of this job might include assisting in schedule planning, creating and implementing a budget, and acting as a direct supervisor to teaching faculty.

What are some common challenges faced by an elementary assistant principal, and how can they be effectively managed?

Elementary Assistant Principals often navigate challenges such as balancing administrative duties with supporting teachers and students, addressing student behavior concerns, and fostering a positive school culture. Effective time management, clear communication, and strong relationships with staff and families are crucial for success in this role. Collaborating closely with the principal and instructional teams helps distribute responsibilities and maintain a supportive learning environment. Proactively seeking professional development and mentorship can also equip assistant principals with strategies to handle these challenges.

What are the main responsibilities of an elementary assistant principal?

An elementary assistant principal supports the principal in managing the daily operations of the school, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment for students and staff. Their duties often include assisting with student discipline, overseeing attendance, coordinating assessments, supporting teachers with curriculum implementation, and helping to develop school policies. They also communicate with parents, handle administrative tasks, and contribute to building a positive school culture. In many cases, the assistant principal serves as a bridge between students, teachers, and families to foster collaboration and address any concerns.
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Infographic showing various Elementary Assistant Principal job openings in Silver Spring, MD as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,696 per year, or $41.7 per hour.

Lower Elementary Guide

Breakthrough Montessori PCS

Washington, DC • On-site

$59K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Opportunity: Lower Elementary Guide
Location: Washington, DC
Department: Academics
Application Deadline: Until filled
Employment Type: Full-time
Expected Start Date of Position: August 2026
Reports to: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
About Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School
Breakthrough Montessori Public Charter School's mission is to provide diverse families in Washington, DC, a public Montessori education designed to enable children to develop within themselves the power to shape their lives and the world around them.
Founded in 2016, Breakthrough Montessori is a public charter school in Washington, DC. We serve 388 students in PK3 through grade 6. At Breakthrough Montessori PCS, we believe in the unbounded potential of all children. Students of all races, classes, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds deserve a personalized education.
Our school is grounded in an institutional commitment to development, prevention, and community. We support human development through an uncompromising application of the time-tested Montessori instructional model. We support prevention through early learning, support and intervention, enabling us to quickly and effectively address learning challenges. Finally, we support the community through an intensive approach to family engagement.
Breakthrough Montessori PCS is committed to equity in all areas of our school's work. We are a supportive environment that seeks to employ a diverse staff reflective of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.
Breakthrough Montessori PCS is a coaching school; all team members receive and give coaching to support professional growth.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Principal and the Assistant Principal, the Lower Elementary Guide plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. They prepare a structured, student-centered high-fidelity Montessori learning environment conducive to all children's intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development. As a public school, our diverse population of students must have equitable access to instruction, social-emotional support, and opportunities for self-development. The guide plays the central role in creating a prepared environment in which this is possible.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
The Lower Elementary Guide is a 10-month position. Typical working hours are Mondays from 8:00am-4:30 pm and Tuesday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm.. Responsibilities include the following:
  • Plan, implement and coordinate the Montessori classroom
  • Maintain a prepared learning environment according to the developmental and curricular specifications outlined in the Montessori Scope & Sequence
  • Follow required procedures and practices and monitor appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities
  • Attend weekly Elementary Assistant Principal meetings, level meetings, and PD sessions
  • Train classroom team to help maintain consistent standards, freedoms, and limits for children through use of the Montessori method
  • Set limits and boundaries and maintain appropriately high standards for child behavior in the Montessori context
    • self-discipline
    • independence
    • responsibility
    • grace and courtesy
    • respect for others
    • care of environment
    • care of self
    • community building
  • Observe student activity and base weekly lesson planning on observed needs and interests
  • Work within the Montessori pedagogical scheme to develop and modify weekly instructional plans to meet the needs of all students
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all students using Transparent Classroom
  • Monitor and evaluate student development and outcomes
  • Prepare and present progress reports on all students
  • In collaboration with Principal and Elementary Assistant Principal, prepare, administer and reflect on formative and summative assessments including iReady and DC CAPE
  • Use data from assessments to help inform lesson planning and schoolwide in-class interventions (such as Orton Gillingham)
  • Communicate effectively with students to ensure instruction and holistic development
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and the school leadership team
  • Communicate effectively with parents/families to help them understand the details and implementation of the Montessori approach (including newsletters, phone calls, etc. as directed by Elementary Assistant Principal)
  • Lead classroom team in working together to implement high-fidelity Montessori programming, through: conducting weekly classroom team meetings, collaborating with classroom team to draft a plan to manage varied student needs including behavior challenges, and creating weekly and daily cleaning/restocking schedule with classroom team to maintain the prepared environment.
  • Provide a spirit of hospitality at school gatherings, occasional public events, and ongoing family engagement events
  • Supervise Montessori assistant
  • Attend and participate in school events outside of regular school hours, including but not limited to conferences, Lesson Share Day, etc.
  • Must participate and contribute to IEP, eligibility meetings, Child Study Tier 1-3, and 504 plans
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Competencies and Qualifications:
  • Have a firm commitment to Montessori pedagogy and implementation, and upholding the school's mission and anti-bias/anti-racist pedagogy.
  • Commitment to upholding the confidentiality of students and parents
  • Proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team of educators
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build meaningful relationships.
  • Excellent verbal and written skills.
  • Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Time management skills (such as punctuality, timeliness, the time management skills to complete lesson plans, reports, record-keeping, assessments, emails, newsletters, and data collection in a timely manner).
  • Fulfill duties in accordance with the Elementary Guide appraisal
  • Openness to feedback, desire to continue development as a professional, and willingness to take responsibility for student outcomes and the classroom team.

Education and Experience:
  • Experience working with diverse populations of students, parents, and families.
  • Experience in gardening/environmental education with youth
  • Experience collaborating and working as a teacher
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • AMI or AMS Montessori Elementary diploma required
  • Montessori experience preferred

Benefits:
We provide employees with a robust leave policy that includes:
  • Paid personal time off
  • Paid family leave (in addition to DC paid family leave)
  • Paid bereavement leave
  • Paid leave for the observation of a religious holiday

Breakthrough invests heavily in the professional development (PD) of our faculty through:
  • A weekly early release schedule with professional development and collaborative planning time from 1:30-4:30 pm every Monday;
  • An individual professional development budget of $250/year to pursue additional PD opportunities;
  • Conference participation and
  • A Continuing Education grant application program that provides grantees up to $20,000 to complete Montessori teacher training, an advanced degree or other license.

Other benefits include:
  • Health, dental, vision
  • Retirement (Vanguard Retirement)
  • AFLAC
  • Educator wellness groups, facilitated by a clinical psychologist.

For information on Breakthrough Montessori PCS, including employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at www.breakthroughmontessori.org.
Breakthrough Montessori PCS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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