Assistant Principal - Royal Lion Media Academy

Job Description

Assistant Principal

Royal Lion Media Academy

Position Title: Assistant Principal

School: Royal Lion Media Academy

Reports To: Principal

Hiring Manager / Job Contact Information:

Name: Maggie Armstrong, Principal

Position Summary

The Assistant Principal assists the Principal in providing instructional leadership, managing daily school operations, and promoting a safe, positive, and academically focused learning environment. This position supports teachers, staff, students, and families while helping implement the school’s mission, policies, and educational programs. The Assistant Principal plays a vital role in fostering student achievement, staff development, and operational excellence throughout Royal Lion Media Academy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in overseeing the daily operations of the school.
• Support instructional programs that promote student achievement and academic excellence.
• Supervise and evaluate faculty, support staff, and other assigned personnel.
• Assist with student discipline and implement positive behavior support strategies.
• Monitor student attendance, academic progress, and overall school performance.
• Help develop and implement school improvement plans and organizational initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and positive learning environment.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and mentoring new employees.
• Coordinate school activities, assemblies, testing, and special events.
• Support the implementation of curriculum, instructional best practices, and technology integration.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community partners.
• Assist in resolving student, parent, and staff concerns professionally and effectively.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and school procedures.
• Prepare reports, schedules, and other administrative documents as assigned.
• Serve as Acting Principal in the Principal’s absence.
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous teaching experience required; educational leadership experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, manage student discipline, and support instructional excellence.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and student success.

Preferred Skills

• Educational Leadership
• Instructional Coaching
• School Operations Management
• Student Discipline
• Staff Supervision
• Curriculum Support
• Conflict Resolution
• Team Building
• Data Analysis
• Public Relations
• Technology Integration
• Professional Communication
• Organizational Leadership
• Time Management

Work Environment

The Assistant Principal works on-site at Royal Lion Media Academy and collaborates closely with the Principal, teachers, support staff, students, families, and executive leadership. Evening or weekend attendance may occasionally be required for school functions and special events.

Employment Status

• Full-Time
• School Administration
• Exempt Position

Job Contact Information

Hiring Manager: Maggie Armstrong

Title: Principal, Royal Lion Media Academy