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Assistant Principal - High School (.8 FTE)
JobID: 23856
- Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal
- Date Posted: 11/11/2026
- Location: Eastview High School
- Closing Date: 11/17/2026
Description:
.80 FTE High School Assistant Principal
Effective Date of Employment:
ASAP
Application Deadline:
November 17, 2026 - 4:00 p.m.
Application Procedures:
All candidates apply online at www.district196.org as an External applicant
Responsibilities:
- Assist with department leadership and management for Social Studies, Mathematics, Family and Consumer Science, Visual Arts.
- Leadership for teacher supervision duties/assignments
- Assist with student support (student assistance team)
- Assist with leadership for curriculum, instruction and school operations
- Leadership for teacher supervision and evaluation
- Assist with faculty and staff development
- Provide coordination and leadership for academic initiatives
- Assist with the leadership, curriculum implementation and coordination of the Minnesota Graduation Standards, Graduation Requirements and Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments.
- Leadership for campus security
- Leadership for student attendance responses and truancy
- Provide co-leadership and coordination of 8th grade parent registration meetings and Registration Information Night
- Provide leadership and coordination for Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Publish major report/curriculum and instruction timeline to faculty and staff
- Leadership for student behavior responses (Grades 9 and 10)
- Leadership for BARR programming and 9th grade teams and programming
- Coordinate LINC Student Leadership
- Share in the supervision of evening fine art/performing arts and athletic events
- Assist with curriculum and instruction
- Coordinate lunchroom supervision
- Coordinate planning and preparation for first day of school
Job Summary:
- Assist in the implementation of the school mission and help school achieve excellence in the areas of student learning, team collaboration, positive school learning environment, effective communication.
- Establish and maintain good communication and relationships with staff, students and parents.
- Support school learning teams.
- Partner with the principal for teacher observations and evaluations.
- Carry out other responsibilities as defined by the principal.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A successful candidate will have a valid Minnesota administrative license, will have successful classroom teaching experience and will demonstrate prior significant leadership of secondary education programs. Candidates must have outstanding organizational, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills in working with students, staff and the public and the ability to work effectively within a diverse community.
Responsible To:
Building Principal
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
Salary in the range of $151,977 - $162,584 (184 days/year) based on 2026/27 school year, depending upon qualifications, plus an excellent benefits program. (will be pro-rated for .8 FTE)
If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196
Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.
The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 - joel.milteer@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 - jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 - eric.hansen@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 - janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.
INTRODUCTION
Assistant Principal - High School (.8 FTE)
JobID: 23856
- Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal
- Date Posted: 11/11/2026
- Location: Eastview High School
- Closing Date: 11/17/2026
Description:
.80 FTE High School Assistant Principal
Effective Date of Employment:
ASAP
Application Deadline:
November 17, 2026 - 4:00 p.m.
Application Procedures:
All candidates apply online at www.district196.org as an External applicant
Responsibilities:
- Assist with department leadership and management for Social Studies, Mathematics, Family and Consumer Science, Visual Arts.
- Leadership for teacher supervision duties/assignments
- Assist with student support (student assistance team)
- Assist with leadership for curriculum, instruction and school operations
- Leadership for teacher supervision and evaluation
- Assist with faculty and staff development
- Provide coordination and leadership for academic initiatives
- Assist with the leadership, curriculum implementation and coordination of the Minnesota Graduation Standards, Graduation Requirements and Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments.
- Leadership for campus security
- Leadership for student attendance responses and truancy
- Provide co-leadership and coordination of 8th grade parent registration meetings and Registration Information Night
- Provide leadership and coordination for Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Publish major report/curriculum and instruction timeline to faculty and staff
- Leadership for student behavior responses (Grades 9 and 10)
- Leadership for BARR programming and 9th grade teams and programming
- Coordinate LINC Student Leadership
- Share in the supervision of evening fine art/performing arts and athletic events
- Assist with curriculum and instruction
- Coordinate lunchroom supervision
- Coordinate planning and preparation for first day of school
Job Summary:
- Assist in the implementation of the school mission and help school achieve excellence in the areas of student learning, team collaboration, positive school learning environment, effective communication.
- Establish and maintain good communication and relationships with staff, students and parents.
- Support school learning teams.
- Partner with the principal for teacher observations and evaluations.
- Carry out other responsibilities as defined by the principal.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A successful candidate will have a valid Minnesota administrative license, will have successful classroom teaching experience and will demonstrate prior significant leadership of secondary education programs. Candidates must have outstanding organizational, leadership, communication and interpersonal skills in working with students, staff and the public and the ability to work effectively within a diverse community.
Responsible To:
Building Principal
COMPENSATION / BENEFITS:
Salary in the range of $151,977 - $162,584 (184 days/year) based on 2026/27 school year, depending upon qualifications, plus an excellent benefits program. (will be pro-rated for .8 FTE)
If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment. Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave. Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196
Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.
The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 - joel.milteer@district196.org) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 - jeremy.sorenson@district196.org) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 - eric.hansen@district196.org) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 - janet.fimmen@district196.org) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Assistant Principal Jobs
Secure your state administrative licensure early
Most states require a separate principal or administrator license beyond your teaching credential. Start the state licensure process before you apply, since districts won't file an H-1B petition for a candidate who can't legally serve in the role.
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation standards
An H-1B for assistant principal requires a directly related field, typically educational administration, school leadership, or curriculum and instruction. A general education degree may trigger an RFE, so check your transcript against USCIS specialty occupation criteria before applying.
Target districts with prior H-1B filing history
Many small or rural districts have never sponsored a visa and don't know the process. Focus on mid-to-large public school districts and charter management organizations with HR infrastructure. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship history in education leadership roles.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for assistant principals in your district's county before filing the LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your work location before negotiating, so you know the floor the district is legally required to offer.
Anticipate the PERM route for permanent residence
If your district wants to sponsor you for a green card, most EB-2 or EB-3 cases go through PERM labor certification, which requires advertising the role to U.S. workers first. Ask HR whether they've completed PERM before for other staff and how long their typical process takes.
Prepare documentation proving supervisory authority
USCIS scrutinizes education management roles to confirm the position qualifies as a specialty occupation, not a general teaching role. Gather organizational charts, your offer letter describing budgetary and disciplinary authority, and a job description that reflects USCIS's specialty occupation definition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can assistant principal roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, assistant principal positions can qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as educational administration or school leadership. USCIS will look at the job description closely, so the offer letter needs to clearly establish supervisory responsibilities and the specific degree requirement for the position.
What degree does an assistant principal need for H-1B eligibility?
Most H-1B petitions for assistant principals are supported by a master's degree in educational administration, school leadership, or a closely related field. A general bachelor's degree in education is usually insufficient on its own. Some districts pair the degree with state licensure requirements to strengthen the specialty occupation argument when filing with USCIS.
Do school districts typically sponsor H-1B visas for assistant principals?
Some do, but it varies considerably. Larger public school districts and charter networks with dedicated HR departments are more likely to have prior H-1B filing experience. Smaller or rural districts often haven't sponsored before and may decline due to cost or unfamiliarity with the process. Targeting districts with an established immigration process improves your chances significantly. Browse assistant principal roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Does a foreign master's degree count toward H-1B eligibility for this role?
Foreign degrees are acceptable if they're equivalent to a U.S. master's degree in a relevant field. USCIS accepts credential evaluations from recognized organizations to establish equivalency. A three-year bachelor's degree from some countries may not automatically satisfy the requirement, so a formal evaluation is essential before your employer files the petition.
What visa options exist if the H-1B lottery is not selected?
If you're not selected in the H-1B lottery, O*NET confirms assistant principal aligns with education leadership occupations, but that doesn't open other pathways automatically. TN visa status doesn't cover this role. If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer can refile in the next registration cycle. Some candidates with exceptional leadership records explore the O-1A for extraordinary ability, though this requires substantial documented achievement.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Assistant Principal jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.