Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: Lynchburg, VA 24502
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience.
Join Rivermont Schools in Virginia, where we provide therapeutic education for students ages 2-22 with autism, behavioral challenges, and unique learning needs. With a 35-year legacy, our accredited programs help students develop emotional and behavioral skills, empowering them to reach milestones and prepare for a return to their home schools.
At the heart of our work are our core values — integrity, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and support — which guide how we show up for students, families, and each other every day
Why Join Us?
- Salary- Based on education and experience.
- Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset. - Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
- Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
- Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
- Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
- Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment.
Your Role as an Assistant Principal
- Staff & School Operations Support - Assist in supervising staff and daily school operations, ensuring adherence to school policies and procedures.
- Documentation Oversight - Ensure proper maintenance of educational and counseling records.
- Regulatory Compliance - Support scheduling and program development aligned with VDOE regulations and accreditation standards.
- Student Support & Programming - Oversee treatment planning and support appropriate class placements based on assessments.
- Curriculum & Resources - Provide guidance on curriculum development and ensure access to necessary materials and equipment.
- Family & Community Communication - Report student progress to special education directors, parents, and community partners.
- Transportation Oversight - Support transportation scheduling, safety, and vehicle maintenance.
- Agency Collaboration - Coordinate with outside agencies to enhance student services
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Special Education and/or School Administration with Supervision Endorsement.
- Minimum of three years working with students with disabilities.
- One year of administrative experience in a special education setting (preferred).
- Valid or eligible VDOE Postgraduate Professional Teaching License with endorsement in School Administration & Supervision or Special Education.
- Valid Virginia Driver's License.
- Mandt certification.
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At Rivermont Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!