Assistant Principal

New Paradigm for Education • Detroit, MI

17d • Onsite

About The Position

New Paradigm For Education (NPFE), a nonprofit charter management organization serving 2,100 students in Detroit, Michigan, seeks instructional leaders to serve as assistant principals in its PreK–12 schools. Assistant principals work alongside building principals to advance NPFE’s academic vision and prepare scholars for college and a life of opportunity. The role calls for a commitment to educational excellence, proven curriculum and instructional practices, adult learning, and coaching and developing educators. Assistant principals follow established policies, procedures, and ethical standards while carrying out their duties effectively and in support of the school and its management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; preferably in education.
• Three or more years of teaching experience.
• One or more years of managing adults in an instructional setting.
• Must possess, or be on a path to receive, valid Michigan Administrator Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Education is highly preferred.
• Current Michigan Teaching Certificate is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in supervising and guiding students and supporting implementation of classroom and school discipline policies, including leading or supporting the Solutions process and student interventions such as PBIS and RTI.
• Support development, supervision, and evaluation of instructional programs, including completing observation and feedback cycles and following through on curriculum implementation.
• Assist with daily school operations, including academic program supervision and scheduling, staff training and development, staff communication and morale, and coordination of school meetings and committees.
• Coordinate school athletic and/or after-school programs, as applicable.
• Assist with Parent-Teacher Conferences, standardized testing cycles, report cards, and progress reports.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents and guardians, and staff.
• Attend school events and activities as directed, including conferences, open houses, orientations, student recruitment events, and meetings.
• Supervise students during lunch, arrival, and dismissal.
• Coordinate the school-wide safety program and formulate safety policies and procedures consistent with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Prepare fire and tornado drill schedules and oversee implementation.
• Schedule buses and field trips as directed.
• Participate in investigating and documenting accidents and injuries on school premises, and report required accident reports to the Principal.
• Consult with departments about equipment use, fire prevention, and safety programs.
• Assist with recruiting and interviewing qualified teachers and recommend teacher hiring, placement, and transfer.
• Assist in conducting curriculum- or committee-related staff meetings and supervising and evaluating staff performance.
• Back up the Principal and/or the Coordinator of the Bilingual, Special Education, and Tutoring Program during absences or as needed.
• Provide assistance to the CAO and Superintendent as needed or assigned.
• Perform additional ancillary responsibilities as needed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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