Elementary Assistant Principal - Goldsmith Elementary School (2026-2027)

Role overview

Jefferson County Public Schools is hiring an Elementary School Assistant Principal for Goldsmith Elementary School for the 2026-2027 year. The role begins at 9:40 am and is based onsite in the Louisville Metropolitan Area.

Compensation and schedule

This position is on Salary Schedule / Grade IV / 11. The work calendar is 215 days with 8 hours per day. The estimated annual starting pay ranges from $71,506.65 to $119,866.38, subject to salary placement rules.

What the position involves

Working under the Principal’s direction, the Assistant Principal supports the school by leading, supervising, and assessing instructional programs and assigned staff. The role also includes protecting student well-being, building positive relationships with the school community, and helping establish and carry out school rules, procedures, and operating expectations aligned with district policy.

Eligibility and minimum qualifications

Applicants must hold a master’s degree and Kentucky certification in Administration and Supervision at the level required for the assignment, including Principal certification. A minimum of three years of successful teaching experience is required, along with strong communication skills.

Application instructions

To be considered, candidates must complete the online application and submit all required documents, including a letter of interest for the Assistant Principal role, an updated resume, and a copy of the Kentucky Administrator Certificate. Experience entered in the application will be used to confirm qualifications, so it must be complete and accurate.

Administrator commitment notice

Acceptance of an Assistant Principal or Counselor administrator position requires a one-year commitment to the role and location. During that period, the administrator will not be eligible for a lateral move. The full JCASA Agreement is attached.

Promotional opportunity notice

If this vacancy involves more working calendar days than the applicant’s current position or a higher salary grade, it may still be considered a promotional opportunity.

Hiring urgency

Candidates will be reviewed before the posted deadline, and a waiver will be requested for this posting. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

Application integrity notice

Providing false information on an employment application may result in removal from consideration and/or termination.