Assistant Principal of Instruction

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant Principal of Instruction

Summary

The Assistant Principal of Instruction is a dynamic instructional leader responsible for driving high-quality teaching and learning across Deep Roots Charter School. This role oversees curriculum implementation, instructional coaching, assessment practices, and data-driven decision-making to ensure rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experiences for all students. The Assistant Principal of Instruction works closely with teachers, instructional coaches, and school leadership to strengthen classroom practice, align instruction to standards, and close opportunity gaps. The Assistant Principal of Instruction fosters a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and reflective practice while upholding Deep Roots' mission of joy, belonging, and purpose. The Assistant Principal of Instruction reports directly to the School Leader.

About Deep Roots

Where students discover joy, belonging, and purpose

Authentic Relationships Deep Roots prioritizes deep, trusting relationships with students, families, and staff, recognizing that strong relationships are foundational to meaningful learning and academic growth.

Personalized Learning We believe in meeting every student where they are through rigorous, culturally responsive instruction, targeted interventions, and data-informed instructional practices.

Our Core Values

Practice: Committing to ongoing professional development, reflection, and collaboration as pathways to excellence.

Service: Engaging students and staff in community-centered learning and leadership opportunities.

Purpose: Empowering all students to discover and pursue their unique gifts with intention and passion.

Antiracist & Inclusive: Deep Roots is actively anti-racist, dedicated to dismantling barriers and creating equitable learning environments for all.

Instructional Leadership & Coaching

Oversee and support high-quality instruction across grade levels and content areas, ensuring alignment with Pennsylvania standards and Deep Roots' instructional vision.

Supervise and coach teachers through regular classroom observations, feedback cycles, and individualized coaching plans focused on instructional growth and student outcomes.

Collaborate with instructional coaches and leadership to plan and facilitate job-embedded professional development aligned to school-wide priorities.

Support teachers in developing rigorous, engaging lesson plans that reflect culturally responsive and inclusive instructional practices.

Curriculum & Assessment Oversight

Lead the implementation and refinement of curriculum across subject areas, ensuring coherence, vertical alignment, and fidelity to instructional materials.

Oversee formative and summative assessment practices, including benchmark assessments, unit assessments, and performance-based tasks.

Guide teachers in analyzing student data to inform instructional adjustments, intervention planning, and enrichment opportunities.

Collaborate with leadership to ensure instructional practices align with MTSS structures and school-wide academic goals.

Data-Driven Instruction & Academic Planning

Facilitate data meetings and instructional planning cycles that center equity, student growth, and targeted instructional responses.

Monitor academic progress across classrooms and grade levels, identifying trends, strengths, and areas for instructional improvement.

Partner with assistant principals and specialized services leadership to ensure cohesive academic and intervention programming for all learners.

Staff Development & Evaluation

Conduct formal and informal observations of instructional staff, providing timely, actionable feedback aligned to the school's instructional framework.

Support new and developing teachers through mentoring, modeling, and structured coaching supports.

Collaborate with school leadership to support evaluation processes, professional growth plans, and instructional accountability.

School Culture & Collaboration

Support the development of a positive, academically focused school culture that promotes high expectations, joy in learning, and strong student engagement.

Partner with families and staff to communicate academic expectations, instructional goals, and student progress.

Collaborate closely with the School Leader and leadership team to advance school-wide initiatives and strategic priorities.

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience leading instructional improvement in an urban or charter school setting.

Strong knowledge of curriculum design, instructional best practices, assessment, and data-driven decision-making.

Proven ability to coach and develop teachers across experience levels.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Deep commitment to Deep Roots' mission, core values, and anti-racist educational practices.

Strong organizational and analytical skills with a focus on continuous instructional improvement.

Master's degree in education, curriculum & instruction, or school leadership required.

Pennsylvania teaching certification required; PA Administrative certification strongly preferred.

Proven track record of improving instructional quality and student academic outcomes through leadership and coaching.

Title: Assistant Principal of Instruction

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19134

Job Type: Full-Time