Job Details

Position Type:
Administration/CATE Administrator

Date Posted:
3/19/2026

Location:
GCHS CATE Center

Date Available:
07/01/2026
GCHS Career and Technical Education Administrator

Position Purpose

GCPS is seeking a leader to oversee our Career and Technical Education (CATE) Center. This individual will promote the educational development and achievement of students in the CATE Center in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. Depending on the candidate's leadership experience and qualifications, this role will be filled at either the Principal or Assistant Principal level.

Essential Functions

• Assists in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Promotes a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning.
• Assists in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Encourages staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching.
• Supervises departments as assigned.
• Assists in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and works with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs.
• Involves staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies.
• Supervises and evaluates teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and makes recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment.
• Assists in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies.
• Oversee state and federal funding (such as Perkins V), ensuring all reporting and expenditures align with workforce development goals.
• Manage student recruitment, enrollment, and discipline within the tech center. Ensure students are meeting requirements for industry-recognized certifications.
• Serve as the primary liaison for Program Advisory Committees. Build "school-to-work" pipelines through internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of High school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to develop and implement projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Certification/License:

• Posess or be eligible for Virginia DOE License as K-12 Principal

Education

• Bachelor's and Masters Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in School Administration.

Experience
Extensive successful teaching experience at the CTE or High School level, preferably in more than one subject area and grade level.
Successful experience as an administrator in the High School level preferred.

Salary to be determined by current Salary Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt

For Additional Information, Please Contact:

Jenny Campbell, Assistant Superintendent
Grayson County Public Schools
412 East Main Street/P.O. Box 888
Independence, VA 24348
Telephone: 276-###-#### Fax: 276-###-####
Email: ...@gcpsva.org