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RE-1 Valley Schools

High School Principal

Sterling, CO

$93K - $136K/yr

INTERIM APPOINTMENT NOTICE: The High School Principal position for the 20262027 school year has been filled through an interim appointment. The district is maintaining this posting to build a ...

RE-1 Valley Schools

Middle School Principal

Sterling, CO · On-site

$82K - $120K/yr

Interim appointments are temporary and are made at the discretion of the Superintendent to ensure ... The principal is responsible for student and staff safety and well-being, continuous improvement in ...

RE-1 Valley Schools

High School Principal

Sterling, CO · On-site

$93K - $136K/yr

Interim appointments are temporary and are made at the discretion of the Superintendent to ensure ... The principal is responsible for student safety and well-being, continuous improvement in academic ...

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How much do interim principal jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for interim principal in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Interim Principal job?

An Interim Principal is a temporary school leader who assumes the responsibilities of a principal during a transition period. They oversee daily operations, support teachers and staff, and ensure student success while maintaining school policies and procedures. Their role may last a few months to a year, depending on the school’s needs. Interim Principals help provide stability and continuity until a permanent principal is hired.

What are some common challenges an Interim Principal may face during their tenure?

As an Interim Principal, you may encounter challenges such as quickly building trust with faculty, students, and parents while maintaining continuity in school policies and initiatives. Adapting to an established school culture and addressing any ongoing issues, such as staff vacancies or academic performance concerns, are also common. You’ll need to make effective decisions despite the temporary nature of your role, often with limited onboarding or transition time. Strong leadership and communication skills can help you foster stability, guide key initiatives, and prepare the school for its next permanent leader.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Interim Principal position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interim Principal, you need a strong background in educational leadership, school management, and curriculum oversight, usually supported by an advanced degree in education and a valid administrative certification. Familiarity with student information systems, budgeting software, and compliance reporting tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, crisis management, and adaptability are vital soft skills for navigating the transitional and often high-pressure nature of this role. These competencies ensure that school operations, culture, and academic outcomes remain stable and effective during leadership transitions.

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Infographic showing various Interim Principal job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,393 per year, or $52.6 per hour.
Interim Assistant Principal (TK-8th) Elk Grove

Interim Assistant Principal (TK-8th) Elk Grove

California Montessori Project

Elk Grove, CA • On-site

$90K - $123K/hr

Temporary

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Principal

Work Calendar: Interim start in August with end date currently unknown

About Us: California Montessori Project (CMP) is a successful public charter school network based in the greater Sacramento area with an exceptional TK-8 Montessori program that is tuition-free and open to all students. The network serves over 3,000 students on seven campuses. CMP is authorized through, and maintains strong relationships with four school districts: Elk Grove Unified School District, Sacramento City Unified School District, San Juan Unified School District and Buckeye Union School District.

CMP teachers are supported in pursuing dual-certification, holding a Montessori certification from an AMS-accredited training center and a California state credential. The CMP Leadership Team, including the Governing Board, Directors, Principals, and Assistant Principals, provide stability and focused guidance to the organization. CMP’s commitment to equity and student success is anchored in the frameworks of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), which build sustainable systems and promote whole-child development.

CMP Mission: The Mission of the California Montessori Project is to provide a quality, tuition-free, TK-8, Montessori education that challenges our students to reach their full potential.

Summary/Objective:

The Assistant Principal of Student and School Services serves as a campus instructional and student support leader responsible for overseeing student behavior systems, MTSS/PBIS implementation, classified staff supervision, campus culture, and student support structures. The Assistant Principal of Student and School Services supports the Principal in maintaining a safe, inclusive, student-centered educational environment while developing leadership capacity related to instructional leadership, school systems, staff supervision, and campus management. This role serves as a key leadership pathway toward future principalship by providing direct experience in staff supervision, student systems management, operational coordination, and campus leadership.

Essential Functions

Student Support Systems amp; School Culture

  • Lead implementation of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), PBIS, restorative practices, and student intervention systems.

  • Oversee student behavior systems, discipline processes, and student accountability structures.

  • Support development of a safe, inclusive, student-centered campus culture.

  • Coordinate student support processes including SSTs, 504 plans, attendance interventions, and individualized student support systems.

  • Monitor student behavior, attendance, wellness, and intervention data to support proactive student support planning.

  • Support implementation of social-emotional learning and restorative practices across the campus.

Classified Staff Leadership amp; Supervision

  • Supervise, support, evaluate, and develop classified campus staff, including Instructional Assistants and student support personnel.

  • Support onboarding, training, coaching, scheduling, and performance management of classified staff.

  • Collaborate with Human Resources and campus leadership regarding classified staffing needs, employee relations concerns, and personnel support.

  • Support implementation of organizational expectations, procedures, and campus operational systems related to classified staff.

  • Promote professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement among classified teams.

Campus Leadership amp; Instructional Support

  • Support the Principal in implementation of campus academic goals, instructional initiatives, and organizational priorities.

  • Provide instructional coaching and classroom support as assigned.

  • Assist with classroom observations, instructional feedback, and campus instructional improvement efforts.

  • Support implementation of school-wide initiatives, professional development, and campus leadership systems.

  • Serve as acting administrator in the absence of the Principal as assigned.

School Safety, Behavior amp; Student Services

  • Support implementation of campus safety procedures, emergency response systems, and crisis management protocols.

  • Coordinate student discipline processes, investigations, behavior support systems, and crisis response efforts.

  • Support campus supervision systems and student safety procedures.

  • Participate in threat assessments, student safety planning, and crisis response processes as needed.

  • Support implementation of campus wellness systems and student support procedures.

Family amp; Community Engagement

  • Build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.

  • Communicate effectively with families regarding student behavior, support systems, attendance, and campus expectations.

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