Assistant Principal of Instruction - 2027/2028 School Year

Mastery Schools • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Assistant Principal of Instruction (API) inspires educators to excel and supports students in reaching their potential. The API develops and supervises a team of teachers, providing guidance, coaching, and professional growth opportunities to strengthen teaching effectiveness and foster participatory, student-centered classrooms. The role coordinates assessments and uses student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies that improve learning outcomes. Working closely with the Principal, the API helps create and maintain an outcomes-driven, joyful educational environment that equips students with the skills to pursue their goals.

APIs lead within a content specialty. Opportunities are available in ELA, K–2nd/Early Elementary, or STEM. Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K–12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. Its mission is to provide students with the academic and personal skills to succeed after graduation, while pursuing equity and disrupting systemic racism.

Requirements

• At least three years of demonstrated success in the classroom.
• Strong understanding of effective instructional and behavioral methods and strategies for educating urban youth.
• Strong people- and project-management skills, including the ability to influence and enhance cooperative working relationships within a team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to use computer software and other technology that supports the learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Education is strongly preferred.
• Classroom experience in an urban school setting is preferred.
• Experience in or understanding of the public school system or charter schools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support implementation of Mastery Schools’ vision and guiding principles to foster a positive, achievement-focused school culture for teachers, staff, and students.
• Lead and supervise a high-functioning team of educators focused on strong academic performance and personal responsibility.
• Supervise teachers’ instructional methods, evaluate lesson plans, conduct weekly observations, provide professional development, and coach teachers on effective instructional strategies.
• Identify students who may benefit from additional support and guide them toward supplemental educational services as necessary.
• Engage parents and community members in school activities to support a neighborhood-centered approach to learning and development.
• Support the Principal in collecting and analyzing student performance data to identify struggling students, curriculum shortfalls, and teacher quality issues.
• Manage administrative functions, including testing schedules and teacher absenteeism needs.

Benefits

• $5,000 bonus eligibility.
• Up to $5,000 for relocation expenses.
• 403(b) retirement plan for Pennsylvania employees, with a 5% employer match for full-time employees.
• Enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for New Jersey employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Mental health and counseling programs.
• Annual Professional Development Fund.
• Retailer, travel, and insurance discounts and perks.
• Health Advocate Helpdesk for benefits-related assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager