Administrator-in-Residence (Internal Assistant Principals Only- One Year Only)

Summary

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in school-based administration, including experience as a principal, with demonstrated success in leading instructional programs, school improvement initiatives, and organizational operations with measurable outcomes.
• Must hold a postgraduate professional license.
• Must hold endorsement in Administration and Supervision PreK-12.
• Must be currently serving in a Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) school-based administrative role.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public school education and an ability to apply them at both the school and division levels.
• Knowledge of curriculum, instructional practices, and current educational trends.
• Knowledge of school operations, organizational management, and leadership practices.
• Ability to apply instructional leadership expertise to support divisionwide initiatives and improvement efforts.
• Ability to use data to inform planning, decision-making, and continuous improvement at the system level.
• Ability to support and guide the implementation of instructional programs and strategic initiatives.
• Ability to analyze problems and contribute to the development and implementation of effective solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with administrators, staff, and stakeholders across the division.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound professional judgment.

Major Duties/Essential Functions

1. Supports and contributes to the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of divisionwide programs, strategic initiatives, and special projects aligned with the Strategic Plan.
2. Collaborates with central office leadership and school-based administrators to strengthen instructional programs, school improvement efforts, and operational practices across the division.
3. Assists in the coordination and advancement of strategic initiatives, including contributing to project planning, implementation, progress monitoring, and continuous improvement efforts.
4. Applies knowledge of instructional leadership and school operations to support the development, alignment, and refinement of divisionwide practices and initiatives.
5. Analyzes and interprets student achievement, program, and operational data to identify trends, inform decision-making, and support system-level improvements.
6. Supports and may facilitate professional learning opportunities aligned with instructional priorities, leadership development, and program evaluation outcomes.
7. Provides guidance and support to school-based administrators and teams in the implementation of instructional programs, improvement strategies, and division initiatives.
8. Collaborates across departments and with internal and external stakeholders to promote alignment, effective communication, and successful execution of division priorities.
9. Contributes to the development of reports, presentations, and recommendations to support leadership decision-making and organizational planning.
10. Supports the coordination and effective use of assigned resources, including personnel, materials, and budget considerations, in alignment with division goals.
11. Models instructional leadership practices to support excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals.
12. Participates in short- and long-term planning for programs, departments, and division initiatives, contributing to system-level improvement efforts.
13. Engages in professional learning, mentorship, and leadership development experiences to build readiness for senior central office or division leadership roles.
14. Models professional, moral, and ethical standards and demonstrates integrity in all interactions.
15. Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This job operates in a professional office and school environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing systems. May require travel between central office locations and school sites.

Per the FCFPSA collective bargaining agreement, telework may be approved in limited circumstances as defined by Regulation 4417.

• Salary Grade
  [Salary Information]: School-based Administrator Scale/Grade 006/007-FCFPSA
• Job Type: Educational Administrator
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Contract Length: 260-Day Contract
• Closing Date: 20-Oct-2026
• Open
  Until
  Filled: No
• Re-Adv.
  Position: No