Assistant Principal Middle School Curriculum and Instruction

Administrative - Assistant Principal - Middle/Junior High School Job Number Start Date Open Date 02/10/2023 Closing Date POSITION Assistant Principal of Middle School Curriculum and Instruction MAEF Public Charter Schools (MPCS) Mobile, Alabama Reports Directly to: Network Principal Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 a year ● $3,500 Signing Bonus (Paid December 15th) ● Performance Incentives based upon network academic performance Position Overview ACCEL Academy, recognized throughout for its forward-thinking and progressive culture, is seeking an Assistant Principal of Middle School Curriculum and Instruction.

The Assistant Principal of Middle School Curriculum and Instruction supervises and evaluates teachers, intervention specialists, instructional coaches, special education support providers, academic performance, data meetings, data analysis, curriculum and instruction, coaching, counselors, credentials, graduation rate, academic achievement, academic grant, assistant office manager, and/or other clerical/support staff.

Essential Functions ● Manage, lead, and direct the functions and activities of a secondary school.

● Demonstrate an effective instructional, organizational, and administrative mode.

● Communicate in oral and written form.

● Understand and carry out oral and written directions with minimal accountability control.

● Establish and maintain effective organizational, public, and community relationships.

Specific Duties ● Plan, develop, and provide leadership to middle school instructional programs towards 21st-century student outcomes for graduates to succeed in college and career.

● Lead in collaboration with the Leadership Team and organization's Leadership Team, including curriculum, instruction, and assessment in all core subjects and other broad courses of study.

● Provide timely, meaningful, growth-oriented, just-in-time feedback for pedagogy in all content/discipline areas.

● Design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate professional development for faculty and staff.

● Regularly collect, analyze, and share data to drive student achievement and inform school programs, including master scheduling, cross-curricular articulation, student access to a broad course of study, socio-emotional counseling, etc.

● Create a master schedule that provides access to rigorous, and broad courses of study towards acceleration, intervention, and English Language Development.

● Create, implement, and measure the alignment and effectiveness of the school plan, EL Master Plan.

● Oversee school's specialized programs such as English Language Development, Special Education, and others.

● Plan, develop, organize, conduct, and maintain evaluations for certificated faculty and classified support to ensure goals and objectives are achieved.

● Assume responsibility for school culture, discipline, safety, supervision, and campus security.

● Lead and work closely with staff, faculty, parents, and school committee to assess educational and program needs, and develop short-term and long-range plans for creating a 21st-century learning environment.

● Establish a program of community relations to support and communicate the educational goals to parents, committees, community organizations, and the public.

● Supervise the coordination and ongoing implementation of academic and behavioral Interventions for students.

● Lead student and family engagement through the individual, group, and parent meetings, focus groups, etc.

● Coordinate, complete, review, and submit any plans, data, and paperwork for the academy's required plans.

● Plan, develop, and implement budget planning and expenditure control procedures.

● Assist personnel in resolving rights disputes, which may include the conduct of formal hearings proceedings.

● Plan, develop, and provide, as required, management reports pertaining to the educational climate and the functions and activities of the school facility.

● Maintain commitment to ongoing growth in self and others.

● Serve as a leader in human relations to maintain high morale of the school, staff, and community.

● Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: ● Curriculum and effective teaching practices ● Evaluation and assessment practices ● Second Language Acquisition ● Dual Language Immersion programs ● Response to Intervention models ● Modern office methods, equipment, and procedures ● Network operations, policies, rules, and regulations ● Federal and state categorical programs and related fiscal policies ● Adult learning theory ● Federal and state accountability systems Ability to: ● Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administrators, vendors, and community members.

● Read, interpret, and apply complex rules and regulations regarding federal and state programs, funding, and assessment information.

● Communicate effectively with staff, parents, principals, school sites, community members, and government agencies in both oral and written form.

● Train, supervise, and support employees.

● Plan and present professional development.

● Analyze issues and create action plans, including problem-solving with data, requires an analysis based on organizational objectives.

Experience: ● Five (5) years of successful teaching experience ● Site-level administrative experience preferred Required Certifications, Education, and Experience To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

● MS/MA from an accredited institution ● 6-12 Administrative Certification or ability and willingness to obtain this certification ● Degree or relevant experience in working directly with high-school-aged students as a teacher, mentor, or in another capacity ● Must have and maintain high expectations for self and all students and team members ● Ability to establish and maintain positive, cooperative, and effective working relationships with others ● Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing ● Ability to follow written and verbal directions using correct grammar, sentence structure, and spelling ● Ability to interpret, analyze and problem-solve both written and verbal communications ● Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the school program ● Demonstrate creativity and leadership; maintain an out-of-the-box mindset and approach to achieving goals as assigned ● Exhibit knowledge and implementation of relevant technology ● Have and maintain a team player mentality and positive/can-do attitude ● Ability to oversee and manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment ● Ability to research and compile data for reports and maintain confidentiality with legal policies and school/student/employee personnel information ● Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to engage in challenging conversations with all stakeholders as necessary and willing to have difficult conversations to ensure positive change within the organization ● An open-minded, energetic leader who enjoys working as part of a team ● An understanding that critical thinking, creativity, community, collaboration, and are key elements of learning ● Willingness to continue to learn and develop professionally as needs arise for the given position Terms Eleven (11) month, 222-day contract with salary as established by the Board in terms of the Administrative Provisions and based on experience and qualifications.

Salary: $80,000- $90,000 a year ● $3,500 Signing Bonus (Paid December 15th) ● Performance Incentives based upon network academic performance Benefits: Full-time employees receive health benefits through the Alabama Public Education Employees' Health Insurance Program (PEEHIP) and retirement benefits through the Alabama Teacher Retirement System.

The board members are looking for a transformational educator who will lead the personalized learning environment.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible (ASAP). Email your resume and cover letter to: . Note: Your cover letter must include a response to the following essay question: In 100-400 words, please explain why you are an excellent candidate to lead ACCEL Academy, including any experience and specific data/accomplishments that will demonstrate your ability to meet and/or surpass the goals and mission of ACCEL Academy.

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The community and students we serve are diverse, and we are committed to reflecting that diversity in our staff.

We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible.

Thus, we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at ACCEL Day and Evening Academy.

By fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, we provide the best educational experience to prepare our students for a future reflective of the world in which we live.

ACCEL does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law.

Employees of the network are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

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All applicants must pass a background check through the Alabama State Department of Education to be eligible for employment.

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New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility.

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