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Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 6/2/2026 Location: All Elementary Schools Date Available: Immediately Belmont Public Schools 2026 - 2027 Openings Belmont Elementary Schools Assistant ...

Assistant Principal Position Salary: Starting $75,800.00 annual / Exempt / Additional compensation may vary based on experience and certification status. Role is eligible for performance-based bonus ...

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How much do principal and assistant principal jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 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.

Assistant Principal

New Hanover County Schools

Wilmington, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Administrator/Assistant Principal
Date Posted:
8/6/2026
Location:
Roland-Grise Middle
Date Available:
08/17/2026
ASST PRINCIPAL 12 months with Full Benefits
Click link below for full Job Description and Requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Master's Degree in Administration, N.C. Administrator's Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Minimum five years experience as a teacher.
3. Other qualifications as the Superintendent and Board of Education may find appropriate.
JOB GOAL: To assist the principal of a school in developing and implementing policies, programs, curriculum activities and budgets in a manner that promotes the educational development
of each student and the professional development of each staff member.
Attachment(s):
  • Assistant Principal.pdf