OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a talented educational leader with a desire to foster high levels of academic achievement in an urban middle school. Assistant Principals aid in leading a comprehensive school and will be held accountable for delivering student results in line with agreed upon goals.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
>Serve as administrator and integral part of the instructional leadership of the school, direct and supervise the curriculum and guidance program of the school.
>Responsible for student discipline and attendance.
>Evaluate, coach and supervise a group of assigned teachers, including instructional coaching, lesson internalization and planning, and data analysis.
>Coordinate and supervise safety plan (crisis team, building inspection, building keys and inventory, compliance laws).
>Supervise and evaluate the performance of classified and certificated personnel.
>Coordinate and support the Athletic Director and the school’s athletic program in conjunction with the Director of School Operations.
>Oversee scheduling of field trips.
>Organize and inventory technology equipment.
>Assist in developing and maintaining the school budget.
>Assist with the development of a master class schedule.
>Available for contact with parents, students and staff to discuss student progress and problems after class, at night or on weekends (via cell phone or in person).
>Maintain work hours extending beyond school hours for other professional duties or functions such as staff meetings, supervision of student events, etc.
>Maintain professional standards and a school environment that is productive, safe and focused.
>Participate in and lead Green Dot and individual professional development.
>Participate in other events aimed at promoting or developing Green Dot and its schools (i.e. student recruitment).
>Oversee community engagement and parent participation.
>Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
>Possesses a growth mindset and love of learning
>A minimum of 3 years teaching experience at the middle or high school level, with a history of improving student achievement
>Valid TX Administrative credential/Certificate of Eligibility (or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to Texas), or are in the process of obtaining one
>Demonstrated ability to coach teachers
>Experience as an assistant principal or in an administrative capacity is preferred but not required
COMPENSATION
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 depending on experience. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits including (but not limited to) medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement options (including the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)). We also provide generous time off to support an overall work-life balance, while giving employees the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students.
Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. This application will close when the position has been filled.
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Green Dot Public Schools is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help transform public education so ALL students graduate prepared for college, leadership and life.
Unique in the nation for a major non-profit charter management organization, Green Dot is proving it can achieve better student outcomes with the same student population, lower per pupil funding than the district and a unionized workforce across our schools in Los Angeles.
The U.S. Department of Education has featured Green Dot as a national leader in school turnarounds.