Vice Principal Job Description Template
The Vice Principal is responsible for assisting the Principal in all aspects of school administration. He or she will provide leadership and support to staff, students and parents while promoting the mission, vision and values of the school. The Vice Principal will also be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the school in the absence of the Principal.
Vice Principal Job Responsibilities
- The vice principal is responsible for assisting the principal in all aspects of school administration.
- The vice principal may be required to teach classes and perform other duties as assigned by the principal.
- The vice principal is responsible for enforcing school rules and regulations.
- The vice principal is responsible for supervising staff and students.
- The vice principal is responsible for investigating complaints and taking disciplinary action as necessary.
Objectives
- To provide academic and administrative leadership in a school
- To help set and achieve educational goals for the school
- To develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs and policies
- To supervise and coordinate the work of administrators, teachers, and other staff members
- To serve as a liaison between the school and the community
Vice Principal Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- The skills and qualifications needed for the role of Vice Principal are:
- A minimum of five years' experience in a leadership role within education
- Proven track record in leading and managing change
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills
- Well developed strategic planning and organisational skills
- Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and development
- Eligibility for registration as a teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching