Top 35 School principal Jobs in Alabama

High School Principal
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
- $116,472 - $148,827 a year
- Background check
- School experience
- High school
Anticipated - Principal (2 Positions)
Madison City Schools (AL) —Madison, AL
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
Possible Assistant Principal for Covington County Schools 5.21.26
Alabama State Department of Education —Alabama
- Senior level
Principal (90)
Shelby County Schools (AL) —Helena, AL
- Full-time
- School experience
- 5 years
- Master's degree
High School Principal - Booker T. Washington Magnet High School
Alabama State Department of Education —Montgomery, AL
- $105,451 - $127,120 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- High school
- Teaching Certification
6d
Assistant Principal - 10.5 month (23)
Shelby County Schools (AL) —Birmingham, AL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Supervising experience
- Senior level
Anticipated Assistant Principal (2 Positions)
Madison City Schools (AL) —Madison, AL
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
School Principal (Elementary)
US Department of War Education Activity —Fort Rucker, AL
- $116,898 - $151,962 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- School experience
- 18 years or older
13d
Assistant Principal-High School
Madison City Schools (AL) —Madison, AL
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
High School Principal (potential openings)
Alabama State Department of Education —Alabama
- High school
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
Middle School Principal (potential openings)
Alabama State Department of Education —Alabama
- High school
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
Assistant Principal - 12 month position (3101)
Shelby County Schools (AL) —Montevallo, AL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Supervising experience
- Senior level
10d
Assistant Principal-Middle/Junior High
Madison City Schools (AL) —Madison, AL
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Assistant Principal - Gaston High School
Alabama State Department of Education —Alabama
- $52,691 - $101,742 a year
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
1h
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (GTA) (HEMPHILL ES 2026-2027 SY ONLY)
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
- $65,611 - $103,213 a year
- Temporary
- Background check
- Teaching Certification
- 3 years
Title I Assistant Principal (Temporary) - Dawson Elem. School
Alabama State Department of Education —Huntsville, AL
- $67,325 - $107,725 a year
- Temporary
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Principal Charles Henderson Middle School 2026-2027
Alabama State Department of Education —Troy, AL
- Contract
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- 3 years
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (GTA) (BROWN ES 2026-2027 SY ONLY)
Alabama State Department of Education —Birmingham, AL
- $65,611 - $103,213 a year
- Temporary
- Background check
- Teaching Certification
- 3 years
High School Assistant Principals (12-Month)
Alabama State Department of Education —Montgomery, AL
- $81,200 - $101,069 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
Assistant Principal - West Limestone/Elkmont High Schools
Alabama State Department of Education —Athens, AL
- On call
- School experience
- Classroom
- Writing skills

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High School Principal

Alabama State Department of Education -
Birmingham, AL

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Job Details

$116,472 - $148,827 a year

Qualifications

School experience
Principal Certification
Data-driven problem-solving
Teaching

Full Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Contract High School Principal

REPORTS TO:

Instructional Superintendent Network 3

WORK DAYS:

12 Months 240

SALARY:

Certified Salary Schedule CP

($116,472 – $148,827)

LOCATION:

TBD

FLSA Status:

EXEMPT

NON EXEMPT

The students of Birmingham City Schools need your talent, expertise, passion and leadership.

We are seeking highly motivated and innovative practitioners to join our team at Birmingham City Schools (BCS). We seek individuals who are radically relentless about re-envisioning the landscape of public education in Birmingham, Alabama and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, school leaders, teachers, and central office employees.

BCS serves approximately 22,000 students in the most populous city in the U.S. state of Alabama through the efforts of 2,710 employees in 42 school sites and other district service centers. As part of a comprehensive transformation effort to become the most improved and preeminent urban school system in the U.S., BCS intends to develop the highest-performing, competitively compensated, most fulfilled and revered educator workforce in the nation and a central office staff known for its support and service which drives instructional excellence and significant outcomes for ALL BCS students in every school.

POSITION OVERVIEW
We believe that all students can achieve at the highest levels and are committed to providing opportunities that will permit all students to do so. The BCS Turnaround Principal will provide leadership and administration, which will motivate instructional and support personnel to strive for superior performance to provide the best possible opportunities for student growth and development, both educationally and personally. To accomplish this, we need inspiring leaders who:

· Are passionate about student achievement and closing the opportunity gap.’

· Believe that the urgency of closing this gap is too great to accept excuses of any kind.

· Motivate and support their teachers and staff while holding all adults in the building accountable for ensuring student success.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Instructional Leadership

Lead the school’s vision, mission, and strategic goals to support college-readiness and academic and socioemotional success for all students;

Will innovate, challenge the status quo and look for new ways of driving improvement within the local school via the engagement and partnership of multiple stakeholders;

Drive rapid and dramatic instructional improvements by implementing strategies in line with the priority areas identified in the school improvement plan;

Support and supervise the design of rigorous, standards-based instruction with measurable outcomes;

Implement an observation and feedback cycle that ensures continuous improvement in teaching and learning;

Analyze student achievement results to identify areas of need and inform school improvement efforts;

Develop and implement a professional development plan to address identified areas of need; and

Develop a collegial environment that supports teacher leadership, collaboration, and growth.

Management and Operations

Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for students, staff, and families;

Oversee the recruitment and hiring of diverse, highly-qualified staff;

Strategically align people, time and money to drive student achievement;

Apply teacher and staff performance management systems in a way that ensures a culture of continuous improvement, support, and accountability;

Oversee the operations of the school in partnership with other allocated leadership staff; and

Comply with all state and federal laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.

Family and Community Engagement

Actively advocate for and engage family and community;

Strengthen teacher and staff capacity to cultivate and sustain meaningful partnerships with families of diverse backgrounds and with community members that support student achievement and student well-being; and

Manage partnerships.

JOB EXPECTATIONS:

Are focused on results and have proven success in increasing student achievement and adult performance in a designated turnaround and/or high poverty/Title I school;

Influence and motivate others to reach their potential;

Are solution-oriented and creative problem solvers with experience in data analysis and creating and managing systems;

Set high expectations and communicate them to a variety of stakeholders;

Understand, communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures;

Continually reflect and seek feedback to improve their practice;

Have demonstrated perseverance in their career and education;

Thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure, and change-oriented environment; and

Possess strong pedagogical skills and are highly effective at coaching adults.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· A Master's Degree or higher with a major in Educational Administration/Leadership from an accredited institution.

· A valid Alabama Professional Educator Certificate in the field of School Administration/Educational Leadership.

· Successful high school principal experience preferred; minimum of middle/junior high school leadership experience required.

· At least three (3) years successful teaching experience.

· 2-3 years as an Assistant Principal; or 1year experience as a School Principal; or 1 year as an Assistant Principal with 3-4 years of Instructional Coaching experience preferred

· Must participate in background check and subsequently meet the “suitability for employment” requirement.

SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completed Application (HireTrue)
Resume (uploaded to application)

*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.

REVISED:

May 2026

Please Note: All candidates must submit to a background check ( https://fieldprintalabama.com/individuals ) . Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.

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school principal jobs in alabama

High School Principal

Anticipated - Principal (2 Positions)

Possible Assistant Principal for Covington County Schools 5.21.26

Principal (90)

High School Principal - Booker T. Washington Magnet High School

Assistant Principal - 10.5 month (23)

Anticipated Assistant Principal (2 Positions)

School Principal (Elementary)

Assistant Principal-High School

High School Principal (potential openings)

Middle School Principal (potential openings)

Assistant Principal - 12 month position (3101)

Assistant Principal-Middle/Junior High

Assistant Principal - Gaston High School

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (GTA) (HEMPHILL ES 2026-2027 SY ONLY)

Title I Assistant Principal (Temporary) - Dawson Elem. School

Principal Charles Henderson Middle School 2026-2027

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL (GTA) (BROWN ES 2026-2027 SY ONLY)

High School Assistant Principals (12-Month)

Assistant Principal - West Limestone/Elkmont High Schools

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