Assistant Principal Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’m looking to bring steady leadership and practical problem solving to [Company Name]. In my current role I have helped steer student behaviour through clear systems and collaborative planning, overseeing a school with around 700 students. A recent improvement I’m proud of is reducing major incidents by a significant margin after introducing targeted mentoring and a consistent referral process. I know how important it is to keep day to day operations running smoothly while supporting teachers and families. My experience aligns with the core needs of an assistant principal. I work closely with staff to plan professional learning, support classroom practice, and implement discipline policies that are fair and consistent. I’m comfortable liaising with families and external partners to maintain open lines of communication and a respectful school culture. I value data informed decision making and I’m pragmatic about resource use and workload balance. There was a time last year when we faced a spike in detentions after a policy change in the state framework. I coordinated the response with the wellbeing team, updated the student conduct handbook, and ran a brief training for teachers on calm de escalation techniques. Outcomes included clearer expectations for students and staff, and a more predictable timetable for referrals. It helped the team feel supported and the students understood the process. I’m keen to discuss how my background fits [Company Name] and how we can work together to support staff, students and families. I’m available for a chat at your convenience and can adapt to the interview format you prefer. Kind regards, [Your Name]