Assistant Principal of Instruction - Math - Belmont Campus

Important Notice Before You Apply This role requires prior K-12 classroom teaching experience. Candidates who have not taught in a K-12 setting will not be considered, regardless of other qualifications. Please do not apply if you do not meet this requirement. About Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a Chicago-based charter network reimagining public education for middle and high school students. Our model is built on collaboration, belonging, and personalized learning — systematically developing students' ability to think, solve, communicate, and reflect alongside our EPIC Core Values: Empathy, Perseverance, Identity, and Curiosity. Through flexible scheduling, mastery-forward grading, Advisory classes, and individualized postsecondary planning, we ensure every student graduates with a plan tailored to their own goals, interests, and future — with roughly 90% of seniors matriculating directly into college. About The Role The Assistant Principal of Instruction is a dynamic math instructional leader and culture builder who inspires trust, drives student achievement, and brings the school's vision to life every day. They champion ambitious, data-driven instruction, invest deeply in teacher growth through meaningful coaching and professional learning, and analyze data through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens — ensuring every student has what they need to succeed on their path to postsecondary success. Above all, this leader believes a great school is built on great relationships — with students, staff, and families alike — and models that belief in every interaction. A deep background in math instruction and math coaching is essential for this role — the AP of Instruction will serve as the school's primary content expert in mathematics, and candidates without demonstrated experience teaching and coaching in this content area will not be considered. Responsibilities Communication and Inspiration Supports a culture of transparency and trust with all stakeholders Responds to the needs of students, staff and families in an open manner Models a commitment to excellence in all aspects of the school Supports development of the administrative team’s school-wide vision & takes an active role in investing and mobilizing teachers to achieve the collective goals of the school Owns the implementation of select school priorities in support of the school-wide vision Collaborates with administrative team on hiring diverse, highly-effective teachers and school staff Instructional Leadership Drives implementation of the school’s mission and vision to prepare students for postsecondary success Models & supports ambitious instruction by ensuring classes are challenging and engaging Develops systems & processes to constantly gauge level of teaching and learning across the school Designs professional learning that is rooted in research and based on current needs Communicates areas of strengths & improvements related to instruction clearly and consistently supports the success of the Intrinsic POD model Student Achievement & Growth Transparently utilizes data to track school progress toward annual goals Analyzes student academic and survey data via a diversity, equity, & inclusion lens Monitors GPA, attendance and promotion data and develops school-wide plans for improvement as needed to ensure student success Utilizes ACT / IAR and benchmark data to develop instructional insights to utilize student data in student-centered, challenging instruction & aligned curricula Leads data-driven instruction by supporting teachers and coaches to: Determine how data aligns to end-of-year goals (what is being assessed and how it maps to standards & competencies) Disaggregate data to analyze how different student groups are performing Determine what data is saying about areas of student mastery and growth Coaching, Feedback, & Professional Learning Provides high-quality instructional coaching with frequent, scheduled teacher observations, actionable & bite-sized feedback, and accountability for adjustment in practice Oversees systems to review & provide feedback on instructional plans and lesson plans Understands the implications of standards & competencies on what a student should know and be able to do Connects teachers with relevant resources to improve their content and pedagogical knowledge Collaborates with the administrative team to plan and facilitate professional development Student Experience Supports a culture of joy and celebration of students and successes Nurtures a culture of strong relationships between students and staff Ensures a safe learning environment for all students via a school-wide system of expectations and consequences Supports the incorporation of restorative practices into all student disciplinary responses Continuous Improvement & Innovation Supports the development and implementation of opportunities for students Models strong staff & student culture Collaborates with administrative team on hiring diverse, highly-effective teachers and school staff Who You Are You believe we must challenge the traditional notions of school to ensure all students receive the education they deserve and need to be successful in college and beyond. Qualifications Experience serving in an instructional leadership capacity, such as academic coach, Dean, or Assistant Principal Minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a core content subject A forward-thinking mindset regarding the ethical integration of AI in education, with a commitment to evolving instructional practices to meet the needs of a changing student landscape. Track record of strong student outcomes Knowledge of personalized learning with a focus on small group instruction Experience using technology for instruction, communication, and efficiency Experience conducting and facilitating professional development sessions Strong and demonstrated commitment to advancing equity and justice in education and beyond Excellent relationship-building and coaching skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intrinsic Schools