Assistant Principal
Published: 05/13/2026
Immaculate Conception Catholic School, in Hialeah (Miami Dade County), Florida, is hiring for an Assistant Principal for the 2026-27 school year. As part of this role, the Assistant Principal will assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and instructional practices while supporting teachers in lesson planning, instructional strategies, and assessment methods. The employee will monitor student achievement data and implement strategies to enhance academic performance while ensuring compliance with diocesan and state educational standards. Additionally, s/he will communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and discipline matters, fostering a strong partnership between school and home. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and instructional practices that align with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.
- Provide additional administrative support in the absence of the principal.
- Support teachers in lesson planning, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
- Monitor student achievement data and implement strategies for academic improvement.
- Ensure compliance with diocesan and state educational standards.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and discipline matters.
- Maintain accurate records of disciplinary actions, interventions, and student conduct reports.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement classroom management strategies.
- Communicate with students, parents, and guardians regarding disciplinary matters and interventions.
- Investigate and address student behavior issues, ensuring fair and consistent disciplinary actions.
- Support professional growth by organizing training, workshops, and faith formation opportunities.
- Promote collaboration and a culture of continuous improvement among educators.
- Ensure fair and consistent implementation of school policies regarding academic intervention.
- Collaborate with teachers for course continuity, implementation, review, and updates; convenes teacher PLC meetings as needed.
- Ensure accuracy and timeliness of report card distribution through the effective management of Rediker programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Educational Leadership or similar field of degree from an accredited college or university, and experience in a Roman Catholic environment.
- Minimum of three consecutive years’ experience in an administrative/coordinator capacity at the elementary school level.
- Florida Department of Education certificate in Educational Leadership, professional required or in process.
- Demonstrated history of maintaining confidentiality concerning school matters.
- Excellent customer service skills, including ability to maintain focus on and professionalism with people in challenging situations, both in person and by phone.
- Good time management skills, including ability to manage several projects at the same time with accuracy.
- Strong aptitude in informational and educational technology.
- Good computer literacy, including ability to navigate online applications and search engines effectively.
- Knowledge of iPad applications and experience working with such technology.
- Knowledge of Progress Monitoring Tools such as IXL, iReady, and Renaissance
- Proficiency in word processing platforms such as Microsoft and/or Google
- Experience in database management with proficient knowledge of all Rediker software is required.
- Good spelling and grammar are required.
- Excellent oral and written English-language communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
- Good Spanish-language spoken communication skills are strongly preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools.
- Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities.
- Ability to form and maintain positive relationships with multiple stakeholders (e.g. pastors, principals, teachers).
- Excellent understanding of best practices in the field.
- Fully committed, supportive, and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Must have a professional demeanor, including the dress code.
To apply: Send resume with cover letter to Principal Acosta at [email protected] and [email protected].
Subject line should read: Assistant Principal.
Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults,” the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit: http://info.flclearinghouse.com/.
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