Assistant Principal (PreK-8th Grade)

Assistant Principal

PreK-8th grade

Must-haves - High-priority skills and qualities

• Continuously reflects, grows, and develops professional practice
• Believes in the capacity of each child to achieve at high levels
• Cultivates a collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused culture
• Approaches all situations with an asset-based and growth mindset
• Develops and uses effective organization systems
• Communicates in a proactive, timely, and effective manner

Minimum Qualifications

• Administrative certificate (may be from Missouri, another state or international)
• Valid Teaching Credentials
• Previous experience in K-8th grade schools/classrooms

Nice-to-haves - Skills and qualities that are a plus but not necessarily a requirement

• Administrative experience in K-8th grade setting
• Strong data tracking and interpretation habits
• Solid understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
• Knowledge of best practices when working with language learners

Responsibilities

• Supports the Principal in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan.
• Supports the Principal in overseeing various areas of instruction, including language program implementation, curriculum, grading, and assessment
• Monitors student discipline and safety
• Assist in the reporting, monitoring and improvement of student attendance
• Leads individual and small group professional learning
• Evaluates select instructional staff
• Ensures properly coordinated and appropriately supervised extra-curricular activities

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $75,000 - $115,000 per year. Your salary would be based on the number of years of experience you have in a similar role. SLLIS also offers the following:

• FREE Comprehensive health care package (medical, dental, vision, short term disability and life insurance)
• Low cost- buy up plan available too!

• College tuition rewards program for dependents

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs

• Retirement contributions of 13% of annual salary and optional 403b
• Supply reimbursements and a staff laptop to use

• 12 PTO days plus 15 days of vacation leave per year
• Other paid time off includes: one week for Thanksgiving break, two weeks for winter break, one week off for Spring break, one week for 4th of July, and all major U.S. holidays. This averages 29 days per year and is paid time off!

• Paid parental leave for new parents
• Individualized coaching and support

• Leadership opportunities to help staff meet their career goals

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview for the position, but all applications will be thoroughly reviewed. SLLIS has a multi-stage hiring process which includes a phone screening interview, an interview with our Talent Committee and a final interview with our administration team.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

SLLIS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The St. Louis Language Immersion School will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to creating a just, equitable and inclusive school, St. Louis community, and world. We actively encourage all qualified applicants to apply.