Job Description:
Middle School Administration - Assistant Principal - Pattonville Heights Middle School - 2026-2027

About the Pattonville School District
The Pattonville School District is a nationally recognized public school district serving families from Bridgeton, Maryland Heights, St. Ann and unincorporated St. Louis County near Creve Coeur. The district is ranked No. 15 in Missouri and in the Top 8% of public school districts in the U.S. according to Niche.com. Additionally, in Missouri, Niche ranked Pattonville No. 1 for Most Diverse School Districts and No. 7 for Best Places to Teach. Pattonville High School has been ranked among the top high schools in Missouri and the nation by U.S. News and World Report for 12 out of the last 13 years. For nine consecutive years, the Pattonville School District earned the Top Workplaces Award for the St. Louis region, an honor based solely on independent employee surveys. Pattonville serves approximately 6,000 students in preschool through 12th grade. The district's student population has been touted as one of the most diverse in Missouri and the U.S., reflecting the nation's global society, with students from 69 countries and 54 languages.

About Pattonville Heights Middle School
Pattonville Heights is home to a caring staff dedicated to our mission of "Developing Learners and Leaders." Our staff challenge students and set high expectations while providing a safe, positive, and academically rigorous environment for all learners. Pattonville Heights offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, while maintaining a small-school feel that allows teachers to provide individualized attention and support for every student's success. Our staff is professional, empathetic, and highly skilled in instructional methods that address the diverse needs of the students they serve. Students benefit from a collaborative community of staff, parents, and volunteers who work together to support their growth. As a Leader in Me middle school, our goals and action plans focus on helping students develop both learning and leadership skills. We embrace the diversity of our student body and implement positive, character-building activities throughout the year. Students are recognized and rewarded for academic achievement, attendance, behavior, and community service. Our ultimate goal is to prepare students not only for academic success but also for future life experiences, equipping them with the skills and confidence to thrive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Establishes and maintains a positive, safe, inclusive, and effective learning environment for all students.
• Leads and advocates for the Leader in Me initiative with staff and students, promoting school-wide engagement and development.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates professional development programs for certified and support staff.
• Attends and supervises evening school events and activities as required.
• Supports building scheduling functions, including the design and development of the master schedule and staff assignments.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and mentoring for certified and support staff, including evaluating and supporting professional growth.
• Collaborates with students and families to develop individualized learning plans that meet diverse student needs.
• Administers school operational policies and procedures and ensures compliance with district guidelines.
• Collects, maintains, and reports student and staff data as required for district and state reporting.
• Interprets and enforces district policies, administrative regulations, and school behavior expectations to maintain a positive and effective learning environment.
• Administers safety, security, and emergency policies and procedures, including coordinating site safety drills and training.
• Communicates with parents and guardians regarding student educational programming, progress, and school events.
• Collaborates with colleagues, participates in meetings, and engages in required professional development and district/building initiatives.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of written reports and documentation in accordance with district procedures.
• Provides leadership in the scheduling and supervision of after-school athletic and extracurricular activities.
• Engages in ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices, instructional strategies, and developments in the educational field.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Master's or Specialist degree (MA/MS) in School Administration, or Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in School Administration
• Missouri certification K-8 Principal