Job Title: Assistant Principal
Start Date: July 1, 2025
Department: Academics
Reports to: Principal
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Cycle: 12 months
Salary: Commensurate with Experience ($88,000-$115,000)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan
SUMMAR
The Assistant Principal serves as the instructional leader and assists with instructional program, the supervisor of faculty, and the operation of the school site. The Assistant Principal, in conjunction with the Principal, is empowered to assist with the operation of the school, discipline students when necessary, and coach, develop and mentor teachers and staff.
The Assistant Principal of Instruction’s primary role is to work with teachers to lead best practices in using data, provide analysis of school-wide trends in instruction, and make recommendations about potential next steps to address areas of need. As a leader to teachers and members of the Instructional Leadership Team, the Instructional Specialist is responsible for four main areas: a) observing instructional delivery and providing feedback to enhance and support the development of each teacher’s content area b) supporting teachers in the design of units and lessons for the development of their year-long curriculum, c) analyzing data in order to modify curriculum and forms of assessment to meet students; needs and d) working with the academic staff (grade-level chairs, Specialists, and Principal) in the school to support the sharing of best practices.
They will work collaboratively with the admin team and teachers on developing instructional strategies and intervention programs for struggling students. The person in this position will be responsible for all aspects of conceptualizing, forming, organizing, and managing the launch and growth of the instructional program at the assigned ICEF schools.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development of high-quality/effective instruction at the school site; observe and coach teachers to improve instructional planning, teaching practice, and the use of data, assessment, and instructional technology
- Work with Academic Team Members, school site admin team, Specialists, and teachers to refine and develop common, standards-based instructional guides, and beginning, mid-year, and end of year common assessments for various grade levels/content areas
- Work with various teams (administrators, teachers, Academic Team members) to facilitate analysis of data provided by ICEF Common Assessments and in-class formative assessment
- Support teacher teams in developing both school-wide and classroom intervention plans
- Work with CMO and school administrators to develop policies and school structures that facilitate the improvement of instruction and the appropriate interventions and supports for students
- Support and deliver guidance on literacy using 21st Century learning techniques and the transition to the Common Core Standards
- Continuously monitor, track and analyze student achievement data in order to identify needed supports and strategies
- Provide leadership for, and facilitate collaboration with all stakeholders on identifying goals for student achievement; assess progress towards meeting goals; collaboratively develop the school’s Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and measure the outcome of goals
- Serve as the Testing Coordinator
- Participate in ICEF Professional Development, and provide effective professional development and training when necessary
- Supervise Instructional Aides
- Available for contact with parents, students, and staff to discuss student issues/concerns 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, school events, Saturday School, Parent Information Meetings, etc. when necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENT
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s Degree (required), Master’s Degree (preferred)
- Hold a valid, Clear California Multiple Subject or Single Subject Teaching Credential, or Pupil Personnel Services Credential (or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferrable to California)
- Hold a valid, California Administrative Credential
- Experience working with adult learners, coaching teachers, and delivering professional development
- Significant experience with developing school-wide systems/procedures and driving initiatives with staff
- A deep understanding of PBIS, restorative and trauma-informed practices.
- Ability to leverage data to make data-driven decisions
- At least 5 years of teaching/counseling experience in an urban school setting, serving low income and minority students, at multiple grade levels.
- Experience coaching, leading and supporting teachers
- Strong record of helping students achieve academic success, primarily with minority and low-income students
- Excellence in time management, taking initiative, and follow-through
- Experience in analyzing data and using results to modify instructional practices
- Multi-faceted, multi-skilled, resourceful, and willing to do whatever it takes to help our students reach a level of academic excellence
- Model positive and healthy character traits and habits, including the ICEF Core Values
- Unquestioned integrity and commitment to the ICEF mission and willingness to serve the ICEF community
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBI
LITIESThis position has direct supervisory responsibilites
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position may supervise Teachers, Campus Aides, Instructional Aides, Intervention Specialists, and possibly other positions.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must believe in and live out ICEF's Core Values
- Must ensure achievement of ICEF’s mission
- Must have an unwavering belief that all students can learn and achieve success in school
- Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to foster positive working relationships.
- Must be able to interact with stakeholders at all levels (including all staff, parents, students, and community members) in a respectful manner and provide excellent customer service.
- Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Must have strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills
- Must attend and participate in ICEF staff meetings as required
- Must attend and participate in ICEF training programs as required
- Must have reliable and insured transportation
- Must be able to travel between schools and the home office as required as a condition of employment
- Must have a valid California Driver’s License.
- Must show proof and maintain a clear TB, DOJ and FBI Clearance
- Must provide documentation of eligibility to work in US
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- A valid CA Clear Single Subject or Multiple Subject teaching credential or PPS credential in School Counseling (or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferrable to California).
- A valid CA Administrative credential/ Certificate of Eligibility (or an equivalent out-of-state credential which is transferable to California), or are in the process of obtaining one.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; frequently required to talk or hear; and occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move and/or lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Continuing Educ./ Training
Certificate & Licenses
Clearances
- Criminal Justice/
- Fingerprint Clearance
- TB Clearance
Benefits
As a full time employee of ICEF Public Schools, employees are entitled to Medical, Life Insurance, Dental and Vision plans, and 403b retirement programs as offered by ICEF Public Schools. Eligible employees will also be entitled to sick leave and vacation time in accordance with ICEF Public School policies.
