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General Information

ID
1653
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Hermitage High School - 8301 Hungary Spring Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 68,889
Posting Date
07-30-2026
Closing Date
08-31-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

The Administrative Intern position is a full‑time, 239‑day teacher‑contract role offered as a one‑ to two‑year annual assignment. The role is designed to provide aspiring administrators with hands‑on experience in the daily duties and responsibilities of a secondary school administrator. These responsibilities include supporting students, collaborating with teachers and fellow administrators to support school programs and promote student success. Administrative Interns are expected to manage and address student behavior; support and implement district‑ and site‑based learning initiatives; manage and execute safety and crisis‑response plans; actively participate as members of the school improvement team; facilitate professional development; and regularly oversee after‑school extracurricular activities. 


The Administrative Intern position is not a permanent assignment and may not exceed two years in duration. Throughout the internship, interns are encouraged to actively seek and apply for assistant principal positions. If an Administrative Intern does not secure an administrative position within the two‑year timeframe, they will be required to return to a 10‑month teaching position for which they are licensed and endorsed.


Important Highlights

  • HCPS Administrative Internships provide individuals with the opportunity to gain experience and grow in the field of secondary school administration while supporting the disciplinary and instructional needs of the school community.
  • Administrative Internships are not considered permanent administrative placements.
  • Successful candidates will be employed under an 11‑month teacher contract.
  • Internships are one‑ to two‑year annual assignments that conclude with a return to a 10‑month teaching position and contract.
  • While serving in the role, Administrative Interns are strongly encouraged to apply for current administrative vacancies.
  • Administrative Intern experience does not guarantee placement in an administrative position.


Essential Duties

The physical demands of this assignment include the ability to sit and stand for extended periods and the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The successful candidate will be required to actively support all aspects of the school’s administrative and academic goals and be prepared to participate in all other duties as assigned by the principal. 
  • As a normal function of their daily duties, the successful candidate should expect to cover and support all before and after school events, including evening activities.
  • The successful candidate will be involved in student behavioral management and discipline.


Additional Information
  • This is a 11-month (239-day) position with a contractual start date of July 30, 2026. 
  • Salary will be prorated based on the official start date. 
  • Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by the school program.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

  • Three years (3) of successful licensed teaching.
  • REQUIRED: Endorsement or pending endorsement in K-12 Administration and Supervision or currently pursing a Administrator Supervision endorsement through an accredited college program.
  • This position is open to internal HCPS candidates only.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request