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Assistant Principal Jobs – Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA), USA. The Department of War Education Activity is seeking an Assistant Principal for schools in the Pacific East District, Japan. This federal position is open to U.S. citizens and current federal employees. A Tier 3 background investigation with childcare checks is required, along with a mobility agreement for worldwide placement.

Location: Pacific East District, Japan
Employer: Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA)
Employment Type: Full Time, Federal Civilian Position
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

About the Role

The Principal Assistant will be responsible for evaluating teacher performance, managing school property, analyzing student achievement data, and fostering communication between school administration, teachers, parents, and the local community in Japan.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish educator performance elements and evaluate teacher work

• Serve as the responsible officer for all government-owned or leased property assigned to the school

• Gather and analyze student achievement data to inform decision-making and school improvement efforts

• Initiate communications between school administration, students, teachers, parents, and the local community

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Educational Administration or Educational Leadership

• OR Master’s degree with 30 graduate semester hours, including 20 hours in Educational Administration

• Minimum of 3 years of successful classroom teaching or professional educator experience at Pre-K to 12 level

License Requirement (Alternative)

A valid, unencumbered professional administrator license comparable to DoWEA Assistant Principal, issued by a U.S. State Board of Education or NBPTS, will fulfill the coursework requirement.

Security and Clearance

• Tier 3 (T3) investigation with Childcare Checks required

• Two-year supervisory probation period may be required

• Mobility agreement – must be available for worldwide placement and willing to rotate to any DoWEA location

• Transportation agreement may be required

Additional Requirements

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete Selective Service registration

• Proof of U.S. citizenship required

• Direct deposit of pay required

• Official passport required for overseas travel

Foreign Area Benefits

Selectees recruited from the United States may receive:

• Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters

• Home leave

• Overseas allowances per Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR)

Required Documents

• Resume (maximum 2 pages)

• Official Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts (degree conferral date must be visible)

• EDS or Doctorate transcripts if applicable

• Professional administrator license (if using to qualify)

• Latest SF-50 (for current federal employees)

• Performance appraisal (if applicable)

How to Apply

Apply online through USAJOBS by September 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST. Search for announcement number in the USAJOBS portal. Complete the online questionnaire and upload all required documents. You can also apply via Apply For Job button on this page.

Note: Resumes longer than two pages will not be considered. Transcripts without degree conferral dates will result in disqualification. Foreign education must be evaluated by a NACES member.