Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal (K8 Instructional Leadership) Location: Tucson, Arizona (Campus-Based; On-Site) Compensation Range: $67,000 - $80,000 annually (DOE), plus bonus opportunities Position Type: Full-Time Position Overview Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is a network of high-performing K8 public charter schools committed to academic excellence, college readiness, and equitable access to high-quality education for students in historically underserved communities. AMS is seeking a passionate and instructional-focused Assistant Principal to support leadership across our Tucson campuses. This evergreen requisition will be used to identify and build a pipeline of strong instructional leaders for current and future openings. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in driving student achievement through instructional coaching, teacher development, and data-driven decision-making. This role partners closely with the Principal and campus leadership team to ensure strong instructional systems, high expectations, and a structured, achievement-oriented school culture. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong background in teaching and teacher leadership, committed to improving outcomes for students in Title I communities. Key Responsibilities Instructional Leadership Support the implementation of rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across K8 classrooms Conduct regular classroom observations and provide actionable feedback to teachers Support instructional consistency in core subjects including ELA and Mathematics Promote strong instructional practices that drive student achievement Teacher Development & Coaching Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support to teachers Facilitate professional development aligned with school academic priorities Support teacher evaluation processes and performance management Build teacher capacity through modeling, feedback, and collaboration Data-Driven Academic Improvement Analyze student achievement data to identify trends and instructional priorities Lead or support data meetings and action planning processes Monitor progress toward academic goals and support targeted interventions School Culture & Student Support Maintain a structured, positive, and high-expectations school environment Support systems that reinforce student accountability and engagement Partner with staff to ensure students receive strong academic and behavioral support Collaboration & Operations Partner with the Principal and leadership team to implement school-wide initiatives Support campus operations including testing coordination, scheduling, and compliance Participate in leadership meetings and network-wide professional development Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required Minimum of three (3) years of successful K8 teaching experience in core academic subjects Experience working in Title I or high-need school environments Demonstrated teacher leadership experience (e.g., grade-level lead, department chair, mentor teacher, or similar role) Experience supporting instructional coaching, teacher development, or classroom supervision Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to analyze student achievement data and support data-driven instruction Commitment to serving students in historically underserved communities Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership Arizona Principal Certification or ability to obtain Experience supporting instruction across multiple grade levels (K8) Experience working in charter schools or high-performing school networks Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary based on experience 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance Optional vision coverage Performance-based bonus opportunities Ongoing leadership development and coaching Opportunities for advancement within a growing network #J-18808-Ljbffr Academies of Math and Science