Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: Columbus, OH 43235
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience
Join New Story Schools (NSS), a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students’ lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.
At the heart of our work are our core values — integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support — which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day.
Why Join Us?
- Salary- Based on education and experience.
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
- Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
- Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as an Assistant Principal
- Lead Daily School Operations – Supervise staff and oversee daily school functions to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and state regulations, promoting a safe and structured learning environment.
- Support Academic Planning – Collaborate on student assessment and class placement to support individualized learning needs and educational goals.
- Staff Supervision & Development – Mentor, evaluate, and support instructional and support staff; facilitate professional development to enhance team performance and teaching effectiveness.
- Crisis Response & Behavior Support – Respond to behavioral crises and implement strategies that promote student safety and positive behavior across the school setting.
- Manage School Resources – Assist with budgeting and procurement of materials, ensuring resources align with school priorities and student needs.
- Track Student Progress – Collect and analyze student data to support instructional planning, identify improvement areas, and measure school-wide outcomes.
- Build Family & Community Partnerships – Develop positive relationships with families and external agencies to coordinate services and strengthen student support systems.
- HR & Compliance Coordination – Collaborate with Human Resources on employee relations, recruitment, and engagement while monitoring attendance and maintaining accurate records.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field
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5+ years of experience in special education, school leadership, or classroom supervision
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!
At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!