Assistant Principal

Washington, DC, DC

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Who We Are

Achievement Prep is an award-winning public charter school network dedicated to empowering underserved communities in Southeast Washington, DC. Our mission is to prepare students to excel as high-achieving scholars and leaders, not only in school but also in life.

Our Values:

All Scholars are Deserving: Every scholar receives an equitable, top-tier education
Love is at the Core: We embrace authenticity while setting high expectations
Exceptional Academic Results: Achieved through daily, data-driven, individualized learning
Platinum Teachers are a Main Ingredient: YOU are the key to excellent outcomes for our scholars
Families as Partners: Together, we do “three-generational work”

What You Will Do

The Assistant Principal of Culture (APC) will be committed to the work of creating and maintaining a supportive, productive, and joyous school culture and climate that is essential for scholars’ academic and socio-emotional success. This position requires an organized and consistent educator with a concrete vision for excellence, the ability to build outstanding relationships with stakeholders, and a talent for inspiring children and adults to high expectations. Working very closely with the Principal and Instructional Coaches s/he will play an instrumental role in setting, monitoring, and achieving goals that result in positive outcomes for scholars.

Reporting to the Principal and directly managing Culture Specialist (2-3) and Co-Curricular Teachers (Elective/Specials), you will:

Cultural Leadership

• Ensure school-wide culture rituals and routines are implemented with fidelity

• Provide leadership to all staff and scholars in establishing a positive, structured, and achievement-oriented school culture

• Set and enforce standards for school culture, including behavior, performance, and attendance

• Serve as a point of contact managing school-wide systems for incentives and consequences

• Ensure that the physical environment of the school reinforces school culture and facilitates scholar achievement

• Use data to determine trends and support scholars, staff and families around the same

• Ensure the school maintains systems to reward scholars who are meeting and exceeding expectations and Intervene and support scholars who struggle behaviorally

• Be highly present and visible, proactively circulating throughout classrooms and public spaces during the day to gain valuable context on scholar behavior and relentlessly ensuring a positive school environment Work hand-in-hand with the Principal and other instructional staff in establishing positive classroom climates, high scholar achievement and strong school culture

• Set data-driven cultural and socio-emotional goals and outcomes for school, leaders and teachers, and monitor progress and adjust as necessary towards to same

• Track/monitor staff responsiveness to feedback as evidenced by implementation of strategies, action plans and weekly goals

• Maintain a culture centered on our ethos and core values of Determination, Respect, Enthusiasm, Accountability, and Mastery

• Conduct home visits, as needed

Instructional Leadership

• Ensure that teachers set extremely high expectations and manage their classes in accordance with the Achievement Prep Way

• Coach team, leaders and teachers to continually improve their instructional practice, especially as it relates to issues of classroom management and school culture

• Maintain a culture centered on our ethos and core values of Determination, Respect, Enthusiasm, Accountability, and Mastery

• Collaborate with other members of the school’s leadership team to create and sustain programs for scholars and families that recognize and celebrate achievement and continuous growth

Support and Intervention Leadership

• Coach, develop, and manage the Culture Specialist and Co-Curricular Team

• Plan and deliver professional development sessions to staff at Wednesday PD, during Data Days, during Summer Institute, etc. • Support leaders and staff in the implementation (with fidelity) of culture systems, rituals, and norms

• Support instructional leaders and teachers in developing and implementing targeted interventions

• Use coaching tools effectively (classroom observation tools, data sheets, scholar action plans, etc.)

• Oversee proper & aligned implementation of supports and responses: behavior plans, detention, suspensions, and expulsions, etc.

• Collaborate with an independently licensed mental health clinician regarding the supervision of School Counselor (if applicable)

• Receive continuous feedback from peers and leaders on your practice and be expected to give the same

Member of Campus-Based Leadership Team

• Exhibit an unwavering commitment to high academic achievement and character development in our scholars

• Meet as needed with leadership team members and share in the duties of running the campus effectively and to plan, problem solve, and support one another on an ongoing basis

• Work as a key member of the leadership team, collaborating and reflecting daily to ensure a strong school • Conduct weekly conversations with the campus-based leadership team focused on scholar achievement data to ensure clear next steps and strategies to drive scholar outcomes

• Participate in grade level meetings and ensure fidelity to grade level lead protocols

Administrative Leadership

• Review and analyze scholar data and develop action plans with the Principal, Coaches , and teachers

• Monitor progress of self, school, and staff on dashboards and Individual Development Plans as it relates to school culture

• Oversee all disciplinary decisions, in conjunction with the Principal

• Supervise arrival, lunch, recess, assemblies, dismissal, and other transition times – making sure scholars are always where they are supposed to be and ensuring a professional school culture at these times

• Coordinate the process of creating and distributing all scholar “paychecks” and other behavior reports to scholars and families

• Keep current with successful discipline methodologies and practices

• Plan and coordinate family and community events (including monthly evening events)

• Ensure staff is actively communicating with families regarding scholar progress

• Keep accurate scholar discipline records, documenting all progress toward intervention goals, parent conferences, suspensions, and phone calls for behavior

• Manage time, tasks, deadlines and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment; support and hold others accountable for the same • Liaise with Network Office staff to carry out organizational goals, as necessary

Other duties as required to fulfill our mission in the lives of our scholars

You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of experience working with children in an urban setting from historically underserved communities

• 2+ years of experience as a dean of students (or equivalent) or mental health clinician in a public school setting

• Experience managing and developing full-time staff

• Ability to regularly be one of the first to arrive and last to leave the building daily (staff hours: 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM)

It Would Be Nice for You to Have

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, education or educational leadership

Is this YOU?

You are a mission-driven educator who believes in the power of education. You are committed to making a difference in underserved communities. You value a quality public education for all and are dedicated to serving every child. You are results-driven and an expert in your content area, constantly seeking ways to improve. You respect timelines and embrace feedback, knowing the mission isn't easy but energizes you. You thrive in ambiguity and find joy in the day-to-day.

Why Work With Us?

Our teachers are worth more than gold, they’re platinum!

Development: Teachers receive ongoing (weekly or bi-weekly) development from school leaders:
- Formal and informal observations and feedback
- 1:1 meetings to discuss teaching practice, scholar data, curriculum, and goals
- Content team meetings
- Wednesday afternoon professional development tailored to teacher needs
- $150 Classroom Reimbursement fund
Compensation & Benefits: Achievement Prep offers highly competitive compensation and benefits
- Generous medical, vision, and dental benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for transit, dependent care, and medical expenses
- 401K plan with immediate employer matching up to 4%
- 44-60 days of Paid Time Off, including holidays, break periods, sick, and personal time
- Wellness benefits including reimbursements for gym, massages, counseling, etc.
It Pays to Stay: Upon completion of 2 full school years of service, employees become eligible for annual loyalty incentives
- Personalized gifts and Achievement Prep swag
- Compensation Bonuses

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re excited to be part of a dedicated and passionate team, please submit your resume and cover letter to this job posting. Let’s make a difference together!

Achievement Prep encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. Achievement Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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