Assistant Principal - Sage K-8

The Assistant Principal at Sage K-8 serves as a key member of the school leadership team and supports the Principal in creating a safe, structured, academically focused, and student-centered learning environment. This position is responsible for supporting daily school operations, student behavior systems, instructional leadership, teacher coaching, attendance initiatives, parent communication, compliance, and campus culture. Because Sage K-8 serves both elementary and middle school students, the Assistant Principal must understand the developmental needs of younger learners while also effectively addressing the increased behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs of middle-grade students. The ideal candidate is visible, organized, collaborative, calm under pressure, student-focused, and able to balance accountability with compassion. The Assistant Principal will help ensure Sage K-8 maintains high expectations for student achievement, staff performance, family engagement, school safety, and compliance with district, state, and charter requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities School Leadership and Operations Assist the Principal in the daily administration and operation of Sage K-8. Provide visible leadership before school, during transitions, lunch periods, dismissal, and school events. Support the implementation of school-wide systems, procedures, routines, and expectations. Assist with campus supervision, safety procedures, emergency drills, crisis response, and student supervision. Help ensure the school environment is orderly, welcoming, inclusive, and focused on learning. Serve as administrator-in-charge when assigned by the Principal. Support master scheduling, student placement, testing coordination, duty schedules, and operational needs. Collaborate with the Principal and campus support staff to ensure smooth daily operations. Student Discipline, Culture, and Behavior Support Administer student discipline in a fair, consistent, restorative, and legally compliant manner. Investigate student conduct concerns, document incidents, communicate with families, and assign appropriate interventions or consequences. Support implementation of positive behavior systems, restorative practices, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed responses. Work with teachers to proactively address classroom management concerns. Monitor behavior trends and recommend interventions for individual students and student groups. Support students with behavioral challenges while maintaining high expectations for conduct and personal responsibility. Ensure discipline practices are developmentally appropriate for both elementary and middle school students. Utilize de-escalation strategies and trauma-informed responses when addressing student behavioral or crisis situations. Serve as part of a collaborative campus support team with the Principal and social worker to identify student needs, coordinate interventions, monitor progress, and respond to barriers impacting student success. Instructional Leadership and Teacher Support Conduct classroom walkthroughs and provide timely, constructive feedback to teachers. Assist the Principal with teacher coaching, instructional improvement, and professional development. Support implementation of curriculum, intervention systems, formative assessment practices, and instructional expectations. Help teachers use student achievement data to improve instruction and identify students needing academic support. Participate in teacher evaluation processes as assigned and consistent with district policy. Support new teachers through onboarding, mentoring, classroom management assistance, and regular check-ins. Promote instructional practices that are engaging, standards-aligned, culturally responsive, and appropriate for K-8 learners. Attendance, Student Engagement, and Retention Monitor student attendance, chronic absenteeism, tardiness, and disengagement. Work with families, teachers, counselors, social workers, and support staff to develop attendance improvement plans. Assist with student retention strategies by helping create a school environment where students feel connected, supported, and academically successful. Support re-engagement efforts for students who are frequently absent, struggling behaviorally, or at risk of withdrawal. Collaborate with interventionists, counselors, and support teams to identify and address barriers impacting student success. Family and Community Engagement Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behavior, attendance, and school expectations. Participate in parent meetings, student support meetings, disciplinary conferences, and school events. Build positive relationships with families while maintaining professional boundaries and accountability. Help families understand school procedures, expectations, available supports, and student responsibilities. Represent Sage K-8 and Career Success Schools in a professional and positive manner. Compliance and Student Support Services Support compliance with district policies, charter requirements, state regulations, and student records procedures. Assist with implementation and monitoring of 504 plans, IEP-related supports, MTSS processes, and student intervention plans in coordination with appropriate staff. Ensure documentation related to discipline, attendance, parent communication, safety incidents, and interventions is accurate and timely. Participate in required reporting, audits, investigations, and compliance reviews as assigned. Maintain confidentiality regarding student, family, personnel, and school matters. Staff Culture and Professional Expectations Model professionalism, ethical conduct, emotional maturity, and respectful communication. Support a positive staff culture grounded in accountability, teamwork, and student-centered decision-making. Assist in addressing staff concerns, performance issues, and professional conduct matters as directed by the Principal. Promote collaboration among teachers, support staff, families, and district leadership. Maintain calm, solution-focused leadership during conflict or crisis situations. Required Qualifications Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field preferred. Valid Arizona Principal Certificate or eligibility for Arizona administrative certification strongly preferred. Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card. Minimum of three to five years of successful teaching or school-based instructional experience. Demonstrated ability to manage student discipline and support positive school culture. Strong understanding of K-8 instruction, student development, classroom management, and school operations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively with students, families, teachers, support staff, and district leadership. Experience in a charter school, alternative school, urban school, or high-needs school environment preferred. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience as an assistant principal, dean of students, instructional coach, lead teacher, or school administrator. Experience with K-8 student discipline and restorative practices. Experience supporting teachers through observation, coaching, and feedback. Knowledge of MTSS, special education procedures, 504 processes, attendance intervention, and student support systems. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required. Experience working with diverse student populations and families. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong judgment and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Strong classroom management and student behavior expertise. Ability to balance student support with accountability. Ability to analyze data and use it to improve student outcomes. Strong organizational and follow-through skills. Ability to build trust with students, families, and staff. Ability to communicate difficult information clearly and professionally. Commitment to the mission of Career Success Schools and the success of Sage K-8 students. Physical and Work Requirements Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the campus for extended periods. Ability to respond quickly to student supervision, safety, and emergency situations. Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events, family meetings, or district activities. Ability to use standard office equipment, student information systems, and school communication platforms. Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a campus support team focused on student achievement, wellness, and intervention services. #J-18808-Ljbffr