Assistant Principal

Rocketship Public Schools•Concord, CA

2d•$105,000 - $123,000•Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Principals at Rocketship Public Schools drive academic achievement and build a rigorous, college-preparatory school culture. Working closely with the Principal, each Assistant Principal leads and implements the instructional vision with a group of educators, typically supporting several grade levels and directly managing teachers and instructional support staff. They lead data-analysis cycles, observe classrooms, provide ongoing feedback, and co-plan units and lessons to strengthen educator effectiveness and leadership. Assistant Principals share responsibility with the school leadership team for professional development, culture and behavior in common spaces, and special events. They help lead teachers, tutors, enrichment coordinators, and support staff in delivering personalized instruction to students from pre-K through fifth grade. The role includes ongoing professional development and opportunities for career growth within Rocketship schools and its Network Support Team. The position reports to the Principal; direct reports may include teachers, enrichment center coordinators, and tutors. New Assistant Principals are expected to teach for at least three weeks as part of onboarding. They may also teach at other times to model instruction, assist teachers or the school community, or deepen their understanding of the school model. Compensation is $105,000–$123,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus health and wellness benefits, a 403(b) retirement plan, flexible spending account, and paid time off.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience teaching in an urban classroom and achieving significant gains.
Deep knowledge of elementary instruction and planning.
Bachelor of Arts degree from an accredited university.
Valid California teaching credential, or ability to transfer a credential to California.
Strong leadership skills and personal drive.
Commitment to high expectations.
Results-oriented and data-driven approach.
Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop others.
Adaptability and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Ability to engage and empower parents and families.
Experience building and maintaining an outstanding school culture.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
Strategic-planning and project-management experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Drive academic achievement and establish a rigorous, college-preparatory culture of excellence in classrooms.
Lead and manage teachers and instructional support staff across assigned grade levels.
Conduct data-driven instruction and assessment cycles to inform planning and personalize instruction.
Observe classrooms, provide continuous feedback, and co-plan units and lessons with educators.
Coach teams to build subject-area expertise and improve educator effectiveness and leadership.
Manage and plan to ensure students make at least 1.5 years of progress annually.
Collaborate with the Special Education team to ensure teachers receive support and training for the full-inclusion instructional model.
Teach when needed to model instruction, assist teachers or the school community, or learn the school model; teach for at least three weeks during onboarding.
Partner with students and families through frequent communication and trusting relationships, recognizing parents as their child's first teacher.
Involve parents in student achievement through home visits, community meetings, and parent or family meetings.
Help create a healthy, high-achieving environment in which staff and students feel challenged, supported, and valued.
Participate in collaboration across schools to share best practices, solve problems, and gather feedback.
Carry out other duties as assigned.