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Role Mission: IDEA Assistant Principals of Instruction (APIs) are instructional leaders who manage, coach and develop teachers at their school to achieve ambitious results with students. They monitor the progress of students to ensure all students are on track for college. Compensation Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,996 and $92,030, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment. Other Benefits Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation. Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability. Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services available at no cost. Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. Relocation allowance may be offered to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. Experience: At least 3 years of full‑time teaching experience. Teacher leadership or administrative experience required. Proven track record of achieving success in the K‑12 setting. Experience managing/coaching others preferred. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of core academic subject assigned and ability to pass an IDEA content assessment. Strong ability to coach teachers on curriculum and instruction. Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment. Ability to de‑escalate student behavior. Accountabilities 96% of students passing all classes (On Track to Graduate). 90% Approaching | 60% Meets | 30% Mastered on STAAR/EOC. 60% of SpEd students attain "approaches" on STAAR. 75% sub populations (SpEd and/or ELL) meet Index 2 STAAR growth measure. 90% Student Persistence. 85% Teacher Retention. 97.5% Average Daily Attendance for students. Responsibilities Focus on IDEA’s core purpose to get all students into college. Hold high expectations for self and others to achieve and surpass intended goals. Lead instructional staff to achieve measurable and ambitious results. Lead instructional staff to improve their teaching quickly and measurably through daily observations, on‑the‑spot coaching, data conversations, and effective evaluations. Supervise the implementation of TEKS based IDEA curricula and assessments to meet ambitious academic expectations. Review teachers’ weekly lesson plans and provide feedback. Synthesize, analyze, and prioritize data and opportunities to develop strategies that achieve quantifiable goals. Proactively identify opportunities to improve and consistently reflect on past actions to guide future decisions. Communicate students’ progress with student and family. Establish and maintain a cooperative working relationship with students and families based on trust, understanding and respect for the communities in which they identify. Effectively utilize technology as a communication and educational tool to improve teacher development, student achievement and manage work‑related tasks. Support the creation and implementation of a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community. Help shape and develop a school‑wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment for each student. Oversee campus‑based tutoring sessions. Participate in weekly manager check‑ins, grade‑level meetings, before and after‑school duties, and school‑wide meetings and functions. Engage in summer and year‑long district, school and personal learning and development. Minimum of 40+ hours spent at school per week. Additional responsibilities may include after‑school tutoring or Saturday school based on needs. Values and Characteristics Believes and is committed to our mission and being an agent of change: that all students are capable of getting to and through college. Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, and wants to be held accountable for them. Has a propensity for action, willing to make mistakes by doing in order to learn and improve quickly. Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes. Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high‑growth environment; is comfortable with ambiguity and change. Seeks and responds well to feedback, which is shared often and freely across all levels. Works through silos and forges strong cross‑departmental relationships to achieve outcomes. Believes in education as a profession and holds ourselves to high levels of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models for colleagues and students. Supervisory Responsibilities (if applicable) Instructional coach and manager to several teachers and/or co‑teachers. Conduct 1:1 meetings with direct reports to monitor progress towards student goals and provide coaching. About IDEA Public Schools As a multi‑state network of tuition‑free, Pre‑K‑12 public charter schools, IDEA serves over 80,000 college‑bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown from a small school with 150 students to a national leader recognized on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report top high school lists. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of the IDEA Team and Family, working alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. #J-18808-Ljbffr