5th Grade Assistant Principal

Why Vista?

Vista College Prep empowers all children to aim higher and go further by providing them with access to a top quality education that prepares them for competitive high schools, colleges, and the world beyond. At Vista, we blend excellence, joy, community, and transparency to create a unique educational experience. We cultivate an environment where children love to learn together, teachers love teaching, and leaders love leading.

As a team at Vista, we are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our students and families.We believe that diversity is crucial for effecting lasting change, is one of our greatest strengths, and is a critical element of reaching the full potential of our team and community. Join us!

Role Mission:

Vista Assistant Principals (APs) work with the school's Principal and leadership team to ensure that strong instructional and teacher coaching systems lead all VCP students to demonstrate dramatic academic gains and internalize VCP core values. In this role, you will help lead the school's efforts to create a supportive, structured, inclusive, achievement-oriented, and joyful school culture for all scholars. APs will also coach a portfolio of teachers and staff. This role is designed to provide dedicated leadership and support for 5th grade at our Sueno Park Middle School campus.

Your Impact:

Teacher Development

• Coach a portfolio of teachers and staff members;
• Plan and deliver appropriate professional development for teachers as assigned by the Principal or Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) Team;
• Support and hold teachers accountable for meeting high standards for student academic and behavioral performance;
• Working with the campus Leadership Team, manage teachers' administrative duties, and school-wide administrative tasks (e.g. report cards, classroom libraries);

Student Achievement

• Support the Principal in leading and overseeing the school's instructional program (curriculum and assessment);
• Analyze student achievement data as well as teacher performance data on variety of metrics, both quantitative and qualitative, and use data to collaborate with Principal and C&I team to plan responsive PD;
• Ensure that every student shows dramatic achievement gains and that the school meets the ambitious performance goals set by Vista College Prep;
• Support coordination related to standardized student assessments and evaluations, including state assessments, interim assessments, and nationally normed assessments;

Student Culture

• Teach and reinforce VCP's school-wide behavior management systems;
• Build positive relationships with students grounded in respect, enthusiasm, achievement, courage, hard work and self-determination through structured social-emotional learning;
• Ensure that behavioral expectations and school culture standards are met inside of the classroom as well as outside, including supervision and support of behavior and culture during bus rides, cafeteria/meal times, enrichment, and dismissal;

Parent and Family Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families regarding student performance and academic achievement;
• Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively;
• Support staff in coordinating family meetings and special events;
• Participate in home visits at the start of every year for new-to-Vista College Prep families;

School Leadership

• Collaborate with Principal and campus Leadership Team to reinforce data-centered and achievement-oriented school culture;
• Participate in regular leadership team meetings at the school level and network level;
• Lead or co-lead assigned aspects of school-wide routines such as pick-up & drop-off, lunch procedures, etc;
• Continuously improve effectiveness of instructional coaching, using the performance rubric as a guide;
• Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout year.

Your Compensation:

In recognition of our team members' impact, Vista offers a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive compensation package to support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.

• Competitive base salaries reflective of our local market plus candidate experience and education level
• Robust healthcare plans for full-time staff, with health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans at little to no cost in monthly premiums and $0 copays, plus confidential, 24/7, no-cost mental health resources and a healthcare concierge service to support your overall experience using your plans
• Retirement benefits through a 401k with John Hancock and up to a 3% employer match
• 8 days of PTO (school year), 10 days of PTO (summer), parental leave, and a school calendar with 27 paid holidays, school vacations, and Wellness Fridays built in strategically to support the sustainability of our work
• All the tools needed to succeed, including all curricular materials, quality professional development, classroom supplies, laptop computers for staff and 1:1 devices for students
• Opportunities for leadership, growth, and advancement on our team

• Investment in Vista's mission, educational model, and belief in the potential of all students to achieve
• Track record of producing dramatic, demonstrable student achievement gains or comparable results
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to consistently deliver on time, even amidst many moving parts
• Ability to approach situations with optimism and perseverance
• Excellent communication skills
• Spanish proficiency or fluency preferred, but not required
• Minimum of two years teaching experience in urban public school setting preferred, but not required
• Possession of a Bachelor's Degree; Master's degree preferred and ability to obtain a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card