High School Vice Principal
こうとうがっこうきょうとう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : High School Teachers
Summary
The high school vice principal (kyotou) assists the principal and oversees all school affairs, including school operations, educational activities, student guidance, and teacher management and development.
Description
The high school vice principal serves as the principal's assistant and plays a central role in school management as a managerial position. Specifically, they handle a wide range of school affairs, including curriculum development and lesson planning adjustments, student guidance and career counseling, teacher evaluation and training, and collaboration with parents and the community. They also take on broad responsibilities such as planning and operating school information sessions and events, crisis management response, promotion of legal compliance, and acting as a mediator among staff.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates leading to fewer students and ongoing school consolidations, high school vice principal positions may become limited in some regions. On the other hand, with the diversification of educational environments and the increasing complexity of school operations, the demand for managerial staff with organizational management skills and ICT utilization abilities is expected to remain stable at a high level.
Personality Traits
Can make fair and impartial judgments / Can respond flexibly to situations / Good team player / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Follows School Calendar / Full-time Public School / Private School Employment / School Events対応 / Transfers
Career Path
High School Teacher → High School Vice Principal → High School Principal → Board of Education Staff → Educational Administration Position
Required Skills
Curriculum Development / Parent and Community Collaboration / School Management and Operations / Student Guidance / Teacher and Staff Evaluation and Development
Recommended Skills
Counseling Skills / Crisis Management System Development / Educational Policy Understanding / ICT Utilization Skills / Multicultural Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and negotiation with teachers and staff, parents, and the community. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is required to lead the organization and promote reforms. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to plan and adjust annual events and division of school duties is essential. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for handling student issues and organizational operation challenges. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress tolerance is needed for emergency responses and interpersonal adjustments. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they collaborate with teachers and staff and the principal to advance operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Some calculation is needed for budget management, but advanced analysis is minimal. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- High School Teacher Regular License
- Vice Principal License
Aliases
- High School Vice Principal
- Vice Principal
Related Jobs
- Elementary School Teacher
- Elementary School Vice Principal
- High School Principal
- High School Teacher
- Junior High School Teacher
- Junior High School Vice Principal