Assistant Principal at Francis Howell School District

• Student Enrollment: Approximately 822
  
   
• Certified Staff: Approximately 66 FTE
  
   
• Administrative Team: Principal & two Assistant Principals

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; Specialist or Doctorate preferred
  
   
• Valid Missouri Principal Certification
  
   
• Minimum of five (5) years successful teaching experience (elementary level strongly preferred)
  
   
• Minimum of three (3) years administrative experience at the elementary level preferred
  
   
• Proven expertise in instructional leadership and curriculum development
  
   
• Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and the school community
  
   
• Strong knowledge of school improvement practices, data analysis, and educational technology
  
   
• Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLC) and Classroom Instruction That Works (preferred)
  
   
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Key Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead with vision and integrity to foster a culture of academic excellence and continuous improvement
  
   
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for all students and staff
  
   
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that raise student achievement
  
   
• Support teacher growth through meaningful professional development and instructional coaching
  
   
• Manage school operations effectively, including staffing, budget, and resource allocation
  
   
• Represent the school within the District and broader community with professionalism and purpose

• Medical and dental plan options

• Vision coverage

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)

• District-paid Short-Term Disability

• Paid holidays

Application Process

• A letter of interest addressed to: Lisa Simpkins Chief Human Resources Officer
  
   
• Current resume
  
   
• Valid Missouri Administrator Certificate
  
   
• Three current letters of reference (one must be from a current supervisor – external applicants only)

Timeline

• Application Deadline – December 1, 2025 (by 4:00 pm)

• Anticipated Screening interview date for selected candidates – December 11, 2025

• Anticipated Building interview date for selected candidates – December 15, 2025

• Anticipated Superintendent interview date for selected candidates – January 12, 2026

• Anticipated hire date – January 15, 2026