deputy principal
nounUK /ˈdep.jə.ti ˈprɪn.sə.pəl/
US /ˈdep.jə.ti ˈprɪn.sə.pəl/
A deputy principal is a school leader who helps the principal run the school.
The deputy principal greeted the students at the school gate this morning.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who takes charge when the principal is away.
When the principal was sick, the deputy principal led the assembly.
3. A school official who handles student behavior and attendance.
The deputy principal spoke with the students who were late.
4. An assistant leader in other organizations, not just schools.
She served as deputy principal of the training center.