ACADEMY GENERAL - Academy Vice Principal

Job Classification

  Faculty Part-time (50-74%)

Position summary

Andrews Academy (AA) is seeking a Vice Principal who will serve as a spiritual and academic leader in support of students, families, faculty, and staff. Initially, the selected candidate will teach an assigned course load. This dual-role position (Teaching-Vice Principal) combines classroom teaching (two to three classes per semester) with key leadership responsibilities, including oversight of spiritual life, academics, student life, and school operations. Reporting directly to the principal, the Vice Principal collaborates on the implementation of the school’s mission, budget, programs, and academic goals, while actively engaging in the daily life and development of the Academy.

Qualifications summary

• Bachelor’s degree in Education required; Master’s degree in School Administration preferred.


• Current teaching and/or administrative certification (state or denominational).


• Minimum of five years of successful secondary teaching experience; administrative experience preferred.


• Training or certification in school leadership strongly preferred.

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Duties and responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other administrative duties may be assigned.

 Administrative

• Serves as the administrative officer at AA in the Principal’s absence.


• Collaborates and shares administrative responsibilities with the principal in chaperoning class/club activities and trips. Together they may delegate said chaperonage as appropriate.


• Engages and participates at faculty meetings, graduation and other official academy functions specified by the principal.


• Assists the principal in:
  
  
  
  • Developing and maintaining annual class schedules.
  
  
  • Planning and organizing faculty and staff professional development
  
  
  • Conducting annual performance faculty and staff evaluations
  
  
  • Compiling and analyzing school data and trends
  
  
  • Overseeing technology integration across school operations.
  
  
  • Strengthening community relations and parent engagement.
  
  
  • Ensuring continuous school improvement and compliance and accreditation standards.
  
  
  
  

Marketing, Development and Recruitment

• Collaborates with the principal in developing local and international marketing, recruitment, and registration strategies.


• Develops and plans the annual alumni program in collaboration with the Principal.


• Plans and coordinates annual activities for Ruth Murdoch Elementary School, and other SDA elementary schools and public-school students.

Academic

• Collaborates with the principal in planning and developing AA’s curriculum.


• Actively participates in the curriculum committee.


• Collaborates closely with the Registrar in all aspects of student registration including domestic/international applications. Engaged in reviewing and approving student applications. Keeping the principal informed of problematic or concerning application issues that may arise.


• Works closely with the school’s guidance counselor identifying testing needs for academic placement.

Student Life

• Oversee student life activities which include supervising the planning, development and coordination of teacher/parent sponsorship teams.


• Coordinates social activities for the academic year with Student Association.


• Lead & sponsor AA Student Association (SA)


• Organizes the annual new student orientation.


• Oversees discipline, attendance and crisis management in alignment with school policies and the student  code of conduct.

Supervisory responsibilities

The Vice Principal may supervise up to five (5) employees, including administrative and support staff, and carries out these responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. In addition to staff supervision, the Vice Principal coordinates and leads planning for programs, events, and conferences. Responsibilities include arranging facilities and catering services, issuing communications and invitations, coordinating guest speakers, managing event budgets, and ensuring successful execution. The Vice Principal also organizes travel logistics for school groups and may accompany students or staff when required.

Qualifications

To perform the Vice Principal’s job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty efficiently. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Education required; Master’s degree in School Administration preferred.


• Current teaching and/or administrative certification (state or denominational).


• Minimum of five years of successful secondary teaching experience; administrative experience preferred.


• Training or certification in school leadership strongly preferred.

Competencies

• Deep spiritual commitment that is evident and shared


• Demonstrated school leadership and collaborative skills


• Excellent communication and organizational skills


• Strong listening skills and effective problem-solving ability


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Loyalty to Administration and the school’s mission


• Ability to model Christian values and professionalism in all interactions

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Technical competencies

Computer Skills

Must demonstrate proficiency in office and educational software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and student information systems (RenWeb, PowerSchool, or FACTS). Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Moodle, Google Classroom) and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams) is required. The Vice Principal must effectively utilize technology for data management, communication, scheduling, and academic record-keeping and demonstrate adaptability to new systems as needed.                  

Interpersonal interactions

Other Skills and Abilities                                                    

Must be relational and approachable with all who interact with the administrative offices and campus community. Must possess a warm and professional demeanor and demonstrate a willingness to assist students, parents, and visitors. Must be comfortable training and supervising students and collaborating effectively with faculty and staff. Must be a committed team player who contributes positively to the administrative culture and the school’s mission of advocacy and service.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Work environment

The physical work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.