This publication presents a model employment contract intended to assist school administrators in developing or modifying appropriate contract language to protect the status of school principals and assistant principals. Although the model was developed specifically for secondary school administrators, it would be equally appropriate for elementary administrators. Separate sections of the model contract deal with salary provisions, administrative responsibilities, job termination by mutual consent, contract renewal, contract termination, salary deductions, job assignment, length of work year, and fringe benefits. The model is presented in the format of an actual employment contract, and everything in it but the sections on length of work year and fringe benefits is presented in suitable legal terminology. (JG)