2024-2025 - Assistant Principal / Literacy Coach - AAJP

Athlos Academy • Gretna, LA

410d • $60,000 - $79,000

About The Position

The Assistant Principal / Literacy Coach at Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish plays a crucial role in providing leadership and support for instructional practices that enhance student learning. This position involves overseeing teachers, implementing educational standards, and fostering a collaborative school culture that values diversity and inclusion. The role also includes responsibilities related to curriculum development, testing coordination, and maintaining a positive school environment, all aimed at achieving the academy's mission of holistic education.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Education or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching and/or school leadership experience in a multi-cultural/diverse setting.
• Principal Certificate and/or Education Administrator License.
• Strong verbal and writing skills in English; Spanish fluency preferred.
• Clear FBI background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in diverse communities and a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support on adopting research-proven, standards-based, student-centered instructional practices.
• Oversee teachers in creating coherency in instructional practices and routines within the school that model a growth mindset.
• Assist teachers in effectively gathering and using relevant student data to improve instruction.
• Support the implementation of the Athlos behavior management philosophy that utilizes aspects of PBIS and restorative practices.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to establish a culture of excellence that values the individual and embraces the group.
• Evaluate curricula, teaching methods, and programs to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with regulations.
• Create school improvement plans using student performance data.
• Coordinate state testing and accountability programs, managing all facets of achievement testing.
• Communicate regularly with parents and staff regarding educational activities and student progress.
• Model best instructional practices and strategies.

Benefits

• Multiple stipend and bonus opportunities.
• Level pay option for consistent pay year-round.
• Paid staff referral program.
• Low-premium Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% salary match.
• Wellness Wednesdays which encourage staff wellness schoolwide.
• Safety trainings and security cameras.
• 26 days of paid time off annually with ability to rollover hours.
• Free before and after school care for enrolled staff children.
• Modern, state-of-the-art facility with gym and weight room access.
• Classroom supply reimbursement.
• Multiple layers of instructional support and mentorship.
• Network-level professional development during the summer and throughout the year.
• Opportunity to grow professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree