Assistant Principal (workdays – 210)

Upper Grades 5-8

Grow Academy

Reports to: Principal, Grow Academy

Summary Description: The Assistant Principal works closely with the Principal in the implementation of the school’s academic and culture systems. His/her primary responsibilities, in strong collaboration with the AP of Lower Grades TK-4, are the academic outcomes and establish a college-ready culture for grades 5-8 in alignment with the Grow Public Schools mission and academic model.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as an active member of the Academy’s leadership team promoting a culture of caring for both the academic and emotional welfare of students.
• In collaboration with the Instructional Leadership Team, designs and executes teacher and SGI professional development.
• Serves as SST case manager for respective grade level span.
• In collaboration with the principal and Lower Grades AP, facilitates implementation of strong teaching and learning in every classroom.
• In collaboration with the Principal and Lower Grades AP, ensures strong academic data monitoring systems remaining laser focused on student growth and achievement.

• Directly evaluates, provides leadership and support for K-8 Counselor in the execution of social emotional learning, 8th grade promotion requirements and Tier 2 / 3 student supports.
• Sets vision for Family and Community Engagement with Principal and AP of Lower Grades TK-4. Manages, develops and maintains family outreach programs and community partnerships. Including Parent Information Meetings, 8th grade expectation meetings and ELAC / SSC.

• Evaluates and develops actionable annual growth plans for identified teachers at mid-year and end of year.
• Responsible for evaluation of Small Group Instructors (SGIs) in grades 5-8.
• Assists with student discipline, case management, and student safety issues in grades 5-8 while proactively connecting with families.
• Oversees the implementation of the Academy’s Extended Learning Opportunity Program.
• Serves as principal designee in the absence of the principal
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Ability to assess performance and develop methods and techniques for improvement
• Proven ability to work collaboratively on projects

Required Education and experience

• • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Liberal Arts or related field

• Clear California Teaching Credential

• Minimum of 3 years teaching experience
• Previous experience in a related school or district leadership position (coach, counselor, director, administrator, etc.)

Desired Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in a related field (Education, Administration)
• Previous experience in a related school or district leadership position (coach, curriculum specialist, director, administrator, etc.).
• Ability to read, write, and speak Spanish proficiently is strongly preferred.

Experience working with economically underserved students.