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Nashua School District

Assistant Principal

Nashua, NH · On-site

$98K - $114K/yr

Admin II: Asst. Principal & Director,Other/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 7/31/2026 Location: Pennichuck Middle School Date Available: 2026-2027 SY Closing Date: 8/6/2026 or Until Filled POSITION:

Nashua School District

Assistant Principal

Nashua, NH · On-site

$98K - $114K/yr

Assistant Principal - Middle School LOCATION: Pennichuck Middle School WORK YEAR: 199 days July 1 to June 30 STARTING: 2026 - 2027 School Year SALARY: $98,159 - $114,587 with benefits under the ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal and assistant principal in the United States is $84,586.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal And Assistant Principal vs School Counselor?

AspectPrincipal And Assistant PrincipalSchool Counselor
Required CredentialsMaster's degree in education or administration, administrative certificationMaster's degree in counseling or psychology, counseling certification
Work EnvironmentSchool administration offices, overseeing entire school operationsGuidance offices, working directly with students and staff
Employer & Industry UsagePublic and private schools, educational institutionsSchools, educational institutions, student support services
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in schoolsUnderstanding student support roles in schools

The Principal and Assistant Principal focus on school management, policy implementation, and staff oversight, while School Counselors concentrate on student guidance, mental health, and academic planning. Both roles are vital in educational settings but serve different functions within the school environment.

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Infographic showing various Principal And Assistant Principal job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,586 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Substitute Principal/Assistant Principal

West Virginia Department of Education

Hinton, WV • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Administration (Educator)
Date Posted:
12/11/2025
Location:
Summers County Schools
County:
Summers County Schools
Job Description:
Position
Substitute Principal/Assistant Principal
Immediate Supervisor
Principal or Superintendent
Salary
Daily Rate as determined by: State Scale Plus Assistant Principal Index
Employment Term
As needed
Required Qualifications
  • Master's Degree related to the public-school program.
  • Holds or qualifies for a WV Professional Administrative Certificated endorsement to serve grades 6-12.
  • Minimum of 3 years teaching experience.
  • Criminal Background check conducted pursuant to SCS BOE Policy IV-G-4.
  • Drug Test conducted pursuant to SCS BOE Policy IV-H-1

Job Responsibilities:
  1. The Substitute Principal/Assistant Principal will assume the regularly assigned duties of the employee they are substituting for.
  2. The Substitute Principal/Assistant Principal will assume all of the following duties, as appropriate for the duration of the time in the position, in the absence of the principal:
  • Be the instructional leader of the school that implements the principal's and the district's vision.
  • Set and model high standards of professional conduct as set forth in the West Virginia Code and the Summers County Board of Education policy.
  • Schedule the school, students, and personnel.
  • Implement and revise annually the strategic plan.
  • Evaluate, according to state and county policies, all personnel.
  • Write, review, and revise when needed, school policies.
  • Produce and disseminate a student and an employee handbook.
  • Schedule and conduct Local School Improvement meetings in accordance with WV Code 18-5A.
  • Be familiar with the Student Assistance Team process and lead in this process as assigned.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, parent groups, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
  • Manage the school finances in accordance with the Accounting Procedures Manual for the Public Schools in the state of West Virginia.
  • Maintain confidentiality as defined in FERPA.
  • Discipline students and personnel according to school, county, and state policies.
  • Uphold all school, county, and state board policies as well as WV Code.
  • Manage all federal programs, including Title I, Child Nutrition, and Special Education, according to policy.
  • Coordinate all required committees, including the curriculum team and safety committee.
  • Maintain inventory, including technology.
  • Oversee the cleanliness of the building/grounds and report any building maintenance needs.
  • Communicate with the central office regularly and in a timely fashion.
  • Prepare all required reports accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Manage all aspects of athletic programs as assigned.
  • Follow the county attendance policy and utilize counselors for at-risk students.
  • All other related duties and responsibilities as directed by the principal or superintendent.

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