11X498 - A P DES/IS/JHS - 159321

Vacancy details

Vacancy: 11X498 - A P DES/IS/JHS - 159321

School/Organization: PS/MS 11X498 - VAN NEST ACADEMY ( X498 )

School DBN: 11X498

Location: Bronx, NY

Application Deadline: August 31, 2026

Application information

Posted Assistant Principal Vacancies

Posted as of August 17, 2026

Deadline to apply

The postings below will close on August 31, 2026 promptly at 3:00 PM.

Application requirements

Each vacancy application includes one resume and one cover letter.

As part of your cover letter, applicants for AP positions will be asked to answer the essay questions below.

First of two questions:

In 400-1000 words, please describe one instructional initiative that you undertook that was intended to improve student achievement. Select an initiative where

you were responsible for the results and had a significant leadership role. The endeavor could range in scope from a school-wide program or initiative that you

implemented in your classroom.

Specifically, address:

•The purpose and scale of the initiative

•The steps you took to start and implement the initiative

•The end results of the initiative

•What you would have done differently, if anything

Second of two questions:

In 400-1000 words, please describe what has inspired you to want to become an assistant principal. Please include relevant information on your experience,

skills, and vision for student achievement and how this qualifies you to be an excellent school leader.

Please Note: The online application system will allow you to search for positions by Borough and Grade Level. If you do not find the position you are looking for,

please try again using “No Preference” for these search options.