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High School Principal roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's College, University, and Seminary Teacher category, provided you hold a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree and a valid job offer. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate; Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate only.
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Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: Southampton High
Reports To: High School Principal
Position Purpose: The position is responsible for assisting the school principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the school program and operation.
Essential Duties
- Assist the principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with State and Federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the School Board; meeting and conferring with students, parents, faculty and staff; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
- Assist the principal in the overall administration of the school; interpret and enforce school and school division policies and regulations.
- Assist the principal in the transformation of the school culture into a results-oriented collaborative learning community.
- Ensure implementation of the Southampton County Public Schools approved curriculum and the development of 21st century skills with all students.
- Assist the principal in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local mandates and guidelines related to local and state testing programs and the local special education program.
- Assist the principal in planning and implementing a professional development/growth program for teachers and staff.
- Serve as principal in the absence of the regular principal.
- Propose schedules of classes and extracurricular activities, help schedule courses, students and teachers.
- Work with department heads and faculty in compiling the annual budget requests.
- Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment, conduct inventories, maintain records, and check on receipts for such material.
- Assist in coordinating transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other school support services; help conduct safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.
- Assist in the reporting and monitoring of student attendance.
- Assist in maintaining discipline throughout the student body, deal with special cases as necessary.
- Serve with parents, faculty, and student groups, as requested, in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
- Maintain a variety of files; prepare periodic and special reports as required.
- Identify the special needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of school system specialists as required.
- Supervise teachers and departments as assigned by the principal.
- Explain and interpret division-wide curriculum/instructional goals and objectives to teachers, parents, pupils, and the community.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of a systematic method of supervising the instructional program through the use of learning walks, observations, documentations, and follow-up conferences.
- Assist teachers in evaluating methods and materials and developing effective learning plans and classroom management techniques.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of guidance services.
Professional Qualifications
- Preferred Master’s degree in administration or education
- At least five years of teaching experience
- Strong communication skills; ability to write, speak clearly and accurately
- Ability to work independently and multitask
- Possess strong organizational skills
Terms of Employment
Full-time
Start Time
Immediately
Southampton County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws in employment or any of its programs or activities. The Compliance Officer for Southampton County Public Schools for the above statues is the Director of Human Resources. P.O. Box 96, 21308 Plank Road, Courtland, VA. 23837, (757) 653-2692.
Assistant High School Principal
Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: Southampton High
Reports To: High School Principal
Position Purpose: The position is responsible for assisting the school principal in the coordination, supervision and management of the school program and operation.
Essential Duties
- Assist the principal in developing and maintaining an effective educational program consistent with State and Federal guidelines and the philosophy, policies and goals of the School Board; meeting and conferring with students, parents, faculty and staff; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
- Assist the principal in the overall administration of the school; interpret and enforce school and school division policies and regulations.
- Assist the principal in the transformation of the school culture into a results-oriented collaborative learning community.
- Ensure implementation of the Southampton County Public Schools approved curriculum and the development of 21st century skills with all students.
- Assist the principal in monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local mandates and guidelines related to local and state testing programs and the local special education program.
- Assist the principal in planning and implementing a professional development/growth program for teachers and staff.
- Serve as principal in the absence of the regular principal.
- Propose schedules of classes and extracurricular activities, help schedule courses, students and teachers.
- Work with department heads and faculty in compiling the annual budget requests.
- Requisition supplies, textbooks, and equipment, conduct inventories, maintain records, and check on receipts for such material.
- Assist in coordinating transportation, custodial, cafeteria, and other school support services; help conduct safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.
- Assist in the reporting and monitoring of student attendance.
- Assist in maintaining discipline throughout the student body, deal with special cases as necessary.
- Serve with parents, faculty, and student groups, as requested, in advancing educational and related activities and objectives.
- Maintain a variety of files; prepare periodic and special reports as required.
- Identify the special needs of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of school system specialists as required.
- Supervise teachers and departments as assigned by the principal.
- Explain and interpret division-wide curriculum/instructional goals and objectives to teachers, parents, pupils, and the community.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of a systematic method of supervising the instructional program through the use of learning walks, observations, documentations, and follow-up conferences.
- Assist teachers in evaluating methods and materials and developing effective learning plans and classroom management techniques.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of guidance services.
Professional Qualifications
- Preferred Master’s degree in administration or education
- At least five years of teaching experience
- Strong communication skills; ability to write, speak clearly and accurately
- Ability to work independently and multitask
- Possess strong organizational skills
Terms of Employment
Full-time
Start Time
Immediately
Southampton County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws in employment or any of its programs or activities. The Compliance Officer for Southampton County Public Schools for the above statues is the Director of Human Resources. P.O. Box 96, 21308 Plank Road, Courtland, VA. 23837, (757) 653-2692.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a High School Principal
Translate your credentials before applying
Canadian and Mexican principals often hold credentials evaluated under provincial or national frameworks. Get a U.S.-recognized credential evaluation done before applying so employers can confirm your degree satisfies TN's baccalaureate-equivalent requirement without delays.
Target districts with documented sponsorship history
Public school districts in border states and major metros regularly sponsor TN professionals. Search district HR pages for language about work authorization support, and prioritize districts that list USMCA or TN explicitly in job postings.
Clarify administrator licensing requirements by state
Every U.S. state requires principals to hold a state-issued administrator license. Confirm reciprocity rules for your Canadian province or Mexican state before accepting an offer, since TN approval doesn't substitute for licensure.
Use Migrate Mate to find TN-sponsoring school employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify school employers actively sponsoring TN visa professionals. Filter by role and location to surface districts where your application won't stall over authorization questions before you even reach the interview stage.
Request a detailed offer letter covering TN requirements
CBP or a consular officer will review your offer letter at the TN filing stage. Ask your employer to specify your title, duties, degree requirement, and full-time status explicitly, since vague letters are a leading cause of TN requests for further evidence.
Understand how TN renewals align with school contract cycles
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments. Coordinate your TN renewal timeline with your district's annual or multi-year employment contract cycle so your authorization doesn't lapse mid-school year.
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Find High School Principal JobsHigh School Principal TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a High School Principal role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided the position requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in education, educational administration, or a closely related field. The role must be substantively professional and administrative rather than primarily operational. Districts should document the degree requirement in the offer letter, since CBP and consular officers assess qualification category fit at the point of filing.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for principal roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can receive approval at a port of entry or consulate without waiting for an annual selection cycle. H-1B requires lottery registration each spring, and approval can take months. For Canadian principals, TN is significantly more predictable. Mexican citizens face a 5,500-per-year TN allocation, so timing matters more.
Can I search for TN visa principal jobs before securing a license in the destination state?
You can search and interview before completing licensure, but districts generally won't extend a formal offer until they confirm you can obtain state administrator certification. Research your target state's reciprocity agreements with your Canadian province or Mexican credentials authority early. Migrate Mate surfaces principal roles from districts open to sponsoring TN professionals, which helps you focus on employers already familiar with the process.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN filing?
Your employer needs to provide a signed offer letter on district letterhead that specifies your job title, a summary of duties, the minimum degree requirement for the role, your anticipated start date, and confirmation of full-time employment. Canadian citizens bring this letter to a U.S. port of entry. Mexican citizens present it at a U.S. consulate along with their DS-160 and supporting credential documents.
Can a High School Principal on TN status eventually pursue a green card?
TN is a nonimmigrant classification and doesn't directly lead to a green card on its own. Principals interested in permanent residency typically pursue EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories, which require a separate PERM labor certification process initiated by the employer. You can hold TN status while an immigrant petition is pending, though demonstrating nonimmigrant intent at each TN renewal becomes a practical concern worth planning around.
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