Assistant Principal

High School Assistant Principal Job Summary: Reporting to the Principal, the Assistant Principal will serve as a key instructional leader, focusing on coaching teachers in their daily practice to enhance classroom pedagogy and improve student outcomes. Under the leadership of the Principal, the Assistant Principal will play a critical role in staff evaluations, supervision and support, data‑driven practices, as well as curriculum and instructional leadership. Furthermore, they will be instrumental in fostering a positive and inclusive culture for students, staff, and families, ensuring a supportive and collaborative environment throughout the school community. Instructional Leadership and Coaching Guide teachers, instructional leaders, and department chairs in significantly increasing student achievement by implementing a rigorous data‑informed instructional cycle, targeted professional learning based on identified needs, and consistent observation and feedback practices. Mentor, supervise, evaluate, and support teachers and staff through regular classroom observations and actionable feedback that highlights strengths, identifies opportunities for growth, and tracks measurable improvement. Establish and uphold ambitious expectations for student performance to ensure all students are progressing toward college and career readiness. Ensure that curriculum, assessments, differentiated learning approaches, and instructional practices across the school are aligned with California State Standards and support high levels of student achievement. Lead in collaboration with the Leadership Team, an organization’s leadership team, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment in all core subjects and other broad courses of study. Design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate professional development for faculty and staff. Regularly collect, analyze, and share data to drive student achievement and inform school programs including master scheduling, cross‑curricular articulation, student access to broad courses of study, socio‑emotional counseling, etc. Collaborate with teachers to design and implement 21st‑century curricula, including personalized and project‑based learning. Coordinate assessments (e.g., CAASPP), analyze results, and share findings to inform instruction. Stay current with research and participate in professional development and meetings. School Operations and Compliance Oversee all aspects of student safety and campus security, ensuring a safe learning environment. Collaborate with support staff to address issues related to student absences, health, and wellness. Supervise student activities and coordinate student incentive and recognition programs. Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of school policies and procedures. School Community Engagement Foster positive and effective communication with all stakeholders to promote professional growth and development. Create a welcoming and enthusiastic environment for staff, students, and parents. Engage parents and community members to actively participate in and contribute to the school’s vision and goals. Perform other related duties as assigned. Our Ideal Teammate Deeply mission‑driven and believe Accelerated can and will meet audacious goals. Believe diversity drives innovation and actively foster inclusive environments. Takes ownership of your actions and impact. Values relationships and builds trust through integrity, transparency, and follow‑through. Engages in honest, two‑way dialogue grounded in empathy and humility. Believes learning happens through dialogue, not monologue. Listens actively, elevates diverse voices, and seeks understanding, even in moments of conflict. Is a strategic, outcomes‑oriented problem solver. Believes in continuous growth for yourself and others. Qualifications California Single Subject credential with English Learner Authorization (required). California Administrative Services Credential (required) or enrollment in an administrative preparation program. Spanish Bilingual (preferred). At least three years of classroom teaching experience (five or more years preferred). Minimum of 1‑2 years site administrator or equivalent experience (preferred). Work experience at a wide range of grade levels, spanning middle and high school (preferred). Experience developing and/or facilitating professional development for other educators (preferred). Experience in a leadership capacity such as department chairperson, grade level lead teacher (preferred). Compensation and Benefits Competitive annual salary range: $115,000‑$150,557. 12‑month work calendar. Medical, Dental, Life, and Vision Coverage. California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS). The Accelerated Schools are tuition‑free public charter schools that do not discriminate against any student, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr