Assistant Principal of Student Success

MUNDO VERDE BILINGUAL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL • Washington, DC

21h

About The Position

Join a collaborative team of educators and learners dedicated to preparing all students to live with compassion, global perspective, and the skills to create meaningful change. The Organization Mundo Verde was founded in 2011 as Washington, DC’s first “green” public charter school. Today, Mundo Verde serves over 1,200 students across two campuses. Our core pillars—bilingualism, hands-on learning, and sustainability, as well as our foundational commitment to a Beloved Community—guide our innovative educational approach, shaping confident kids who generate sustainable solutions. Our mission is to foster high levels of academic achievement among a diverse group of students by preparing them to be successful and compassionate global stewards of their communities. Families and staff are respected, valued, and included as essential partners in this thriving, inclusive community. With the hiring of a new Executive Team, the launch of a new strategic plan, the completion of construction at the Calle Ocho Campus, and its fifteen-year anniversary in 2026, Mundo Verde is at an inflection point in its development as an organization. Mundo Verde seeks to build a team of mission-driven, compassionate, collaborative colleagues who will advance the school’s mission and chart the path for its next phase, as it becomes the most excellent Mundo Verde it can be. Position Overview: The Assistant Principal (AP) of Student Success is a specialized leadership role focused on the academic and social-emotional achievement of diverse learners at a single campus. Working under the supervision of the Principal and in partnership with the Senior Director of Student Success, you will lead the campus-based specialized instructional teams to ensure every student—regardless of background or ability—has equitable access to high-quality instruction.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of teaching experience and 2-3 years of school leadership or equivalent experience preferred
• Proven track record of improving outcomes for diverse learners and experience as an instructional leader.
• Deep understanding of ESOL instructional strategies and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to coach, manage, and collaborate with adults from a diverse range of perspectives and backgrounds
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, families, and the community
• Belief that all students, regardless of background, have the ability to reach high levels of achievement
• Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Special Education, or related field.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced or native proficiency in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Serve as a member of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT). In collaboration with the principal and other members of the ILT, articulate a clear instructional vision with a schoolwide focus on teaching and learning that is data-driven, standards-aligned and rooted in a belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
• Team Oversight: As designated by the principal, serve as the primary evaluator of the special education teachers, intervention and ESOL teachers, Dedicated Aides, IEP Case Managers, and Related Service Providers (RSPs). Guide and coach these teams to ensure high-impact, coordinated service delivery.
• Professional Learning: Plan for and facilitate a professional learning community (PLC) of special education teachers and service providers, including individualized coaching/feedback cycles with 3–5 identified teachers at a time to improve classroom practice and student outcomes.
• Extended School Year (ESY): In collaboration with Senior Director of Student Success, identify needs for students and staff related to ESY; oversee program implementation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with other members of the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to integrate specialized services into the core curriculum.
• Change Management: Manage the change process with the principal, including making tough decisions when necessary to move the school and students forward. Engage school community members effectively to ensure all stakeholders are included in school improvement efforts.
• Professional Development: In collaboration with the Principal and Senior Director of Student Success, design, build and facilitate professional development for administrators and staff on topics including IDEA compliance, ESOL strategies, and the school’s continuum of services.
• Compliance Alignment: Ensure all student services meet federal and state mandates with support from the Senior Director of Student Success. In collaboration with the principal, serve as the primary LEA Representative Designee at IEP meetings.
• Section 504 Leadership: In collaboration with the Principal and with support from the Senior Director of Student Success, oversee the process for 504 eligibility, annual review, and dissemination of updated 504 plans to all relevant stakeholders.
• Data Monitoring: Focus on evidence-based growth and results to drive the school towards annual and long-term goals. Regularly analyze student performance data to identify gaps and monitor the progress of sub-groups (SPED, ML). Select data sets for grade level teams to analyze and respond to as a part of team data cycles.
• Data Team Member: Support data team with the creation of the annual Data and Assessment Timeline.
• Quality IEP Progress Monitoring: Ensure data is collected and reviewed regularly for IEP goals, and that progress reports are created and shared with families regularly
• Serve as Accommodations Point of Contact for statewide standardized assessments (ACCESS, CAPE, etc.)
• Along with the Senior Director of Student Success, serve as a special education point of contact for OSSE and attend periodic meetings and trainings.
• Assist the Senior Director of Student Success with the development of policies and procedures that will be implemented at the campus level.
• Conduct trainings on compliance and policy requirements and ensure Mundo Verde meets its legal obligations under IDEA and Section 504.
• Participate in special education and 504 meetings as the school’s representative and work with the Compliance Coordinator to ensure paperwork is completed in a timely manner
• Communicate with families in a culturally responsive, respectful manner, honoring them as partners.
• Model positive, respectful behavior with students, staff, and families at all times.
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, and behavior specialists to respond to student behaviors and engage in restorative conversations to repair harms, as warranted.
• Engage in constant personal learning, including the need to learn and adapt when faced with challenges and successes.
• Expected to attend (when relevant) and support pre-planned evening events throughout the year such as student celebrations of learning, home visits, etc. as needed
• Expected to attend family events such as orientation, prospective parent info sessions, family potlucks, etc.
• Meet regularly with supervisor to evaluate progress, growth and performance using Mundo Verde’s evaluation process
• Support school safety by assisting with student arrival and dismissal procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• Performs other related duties, as necessary, to support the team's goals and objectives.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (28 days of PTO: 8 Sick, 20 Personal), and holidays scheduled in the school calendar.
• An opportunity to develop compassionate global stewards and lifelong biliterate learners
• A caring community of colleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, each other, and the school mission
• A leadership team that invests in your growth through meaningful feedback, coaching, and dedication to professional development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment that values staff voice and well‑being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees