Assistant Principal of Instruction - IDEA La Joya College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•La Joya, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IDEA Assistant Principals of Instruction are instructional leaders who manage, coach, and develop teachers to achieve ambitious results with students. They monitor student progress to ensure all students are on track for college. The role includes instructional leadership, teacher coaching and supervision, monitoring academic outcomes, supporting student behavior and character development, and helping shape a productive school culture. The position supervises and coaches several teachers and/or co-teachers, including through regular one-to-one meetings focused on progress toward student goals. The role requires at least 40 hours at school per week and participation in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, school-wide meetings and functions, and summer and year-long learning and development. Additional duties may include after-school tutoring or Saturday school, depending on scholar needs. The posting describes an immediate opening at IDEA La Joya College Prep. IDEA Public Schools is a network of tuition-free, Pre-K–12 public charter schools. The organization states that it serves more than 80,000 students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, and Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least 3 years of full-time teaching experience.
Teacher leadership or administrative experience required.
Proven track record of success in a K–12 setting.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject and ability to pass an IDEA content assessment.
Strong ability to coach teachers on curriculum and instruction.
Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to adjust and adapt to varied situations in the school environment.
Ability to de-escalate student behavior.
Commitment to IDEA’s mission and belief that all students can get to and through college.
Demonstrated effective outcomes and willingness to be held accountable for results.
Propensity for action, willingness to learn from mistakes, and urgency in driving student outcomes.
Ability to thrive in a high-growth environment and work with ambiguity and change.
Ability to seek and respond well to frequent feedback.
Ability to work across departments and build strong relationships.
Professional conduct and behavior consistent with serving as a model for colleagues and students.
Spend a minimum of 40 hours per week at school.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience managing or coaching others preferred.

Responsibilities

Focus on IDEA’s mission of getting all students into college and hold high expectations for self and others.
Lead instructional staff toward measurable and ambitious results.
Improve teachers’ instruction through daily observations, on-the-spot coaching, data conversations, and effective evaluations.
Supervise implementation of TEKS-based IDEA curricula and assessments.
Review teachers’ weekly lesson plans and provide feedback.
Synthesize, analyze, and prioritize data and opportunities to develop strategies for quantifiable goals.
Identify opportunities for improvement and use reflection to guide future decisions.
Communicate student progress to students and families.
Build cooperative, respectful relationships with students and families.
Use and facilitate technology as a communication and educational tool to improve teacher development, student achievement, and work-related task management.
Support the creation and implementation of a clear, consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community.
Help develop a school-wide culture that fosters a productive and enthusiastic learning environment.
Oversee campus-based tutoring sessions.
Participate in weekly manager check-ins, grade-level meetings, before- and after-school duties, and school-wide meetings and functions.
Engage in summer and year-long district, school, and personal learning and development.
Conduct one-to-one meetings with direct reports to monitor progress toward student goals and provide coaching.
Meet performance goals that include student academic progress, student persistence and attendance, and teacher retention.

Benefits

Performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.
Medical plan with the employer covering the majority of the employee premium and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
Paid family leave of up to 8 weeks for eligible staff following the birth or adoption of a child, subject to tenure and caregiver designation.
Tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of tuition for a qualifying degree program, capped at $5,250 per year and subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
Employer-paid mental and behavioral health services, including five face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
403(b) plan.
Relocation allowance may be offered if applicable.