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

Summary

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a school-based administrative role, with demonstrated experience leading or supporting instructional programs, school improvement initiatives, and strategic projects.
• 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 in both school-based and central office settings.
• Knowledge of curriculum, instructional practices, and current educational trends.
• Knowledge of school operations and organizational structures.
• Ability to use data to support planning and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to support the planning, organization, and coordination of instructional programs and initiatives.
• Ability to assist with implementing projects and initiatives in alignment with division goals.
• Ability to identify problems and support the development and implementation of effective solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff, administrators, and community stakeholders.
• 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 the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of divisionwide programs, strategic initiatives, and special projects aligned with the Strategic Plan.
2. Collaborates with central office staff and school-based administrators to support instructional programs, school improvement efforts, and operational initiatives that promote student achievement and continuous improvement.
3. Assists in the coordination of projects and initiatives, including supporting timelines, tracking progress, and maintaining documentation to ensure alignment with division goals and priorities.
4. Participates in the analysis and interpretation of student achievement, program, and operational data to identify trends, address disparities, and inform continuous improvement at the school and division levels.
5. Supports the development and delivery of professional learning and staff development aligned with instructional priorities, program evaluation results, and leadership development goals.
6. Engages in structured opportunities to build knowledge of school-based leadership and operations, including instructional programming, student management, and resource coordination, through collaboration with school administrators.
7. Assists in identifying, analyzing, and resolving programmatic or implementation challenges using effective problem-solving techniques.
8. Collaborates across departments and with internal and external stakeholders to support communication, alignment, and successful execution of initiatives.
9. Contributes to the development of reports, presentations, and communications to support leadership decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
10. Supports the coordination of assigned resources, including personnel, materials, and budget considerations, under the direction of leadership.
11. Models instructional leadership through support of program alignment and coordination to achieve excellence and continuous improvement consistent with school division goals.
12. Promotes effective communication and interpersonal relationships with students, staff, families, and community members to support a diverse student population.
13. Participates in planning for short- and long-term objectives for programs, departments, and division initiatives.
14. Engages in professional development, mentorship, and leadership learning experiences to build readiness for future school-based or central office leadership roles.
15. Models professional, moral, and ethical standards and demonstrates integrity in all interactions.
16. 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.

• Salary Grade
  [Salary Information]: School-based Administrator Scale/Grade 002/003-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