Assistant Principal

THE ACCELERATED SCHOOL•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$115,000 - $150,557•Onsite

About The Position

The Accelerated Schools, located south of Downtown Los Angeles, serve over 1,700 TK-12 students with a mission to prepare them for success in college, career, and life. Our approach integrates innovation, equity, and compassion, empowering students to take ownership of their learning. We utilize research-based practices like project-based learning and student choice, and embrace Restorative Practices for behavior support. Our commitment to equity involves creating culturally responsive practices and disrupting inequitable systems to ensure all students graduate college, career, or life ready.

Requirements

California Single Subject credential w/English Learner Authorization (required)
California Administrative Services Credential (required) or demonstrate enrollment in administrative preparation program
At least three years of classroom teaching experience

Nice To Haves

Spanish Bilingual (preferred)
five or more years of classroom teaching experience preferred
Minimum of 1-2 years site administrator or equivalent experience preferred
Work experience at a wide range of grade levels, spanning middle and high school (preferred)
Experience developing and/or facilitating professional development for other educators (preferred)
Experience in a leadership capacity i.e., department chairperson, grade level lead teacher (preferred)

Responsibilities

Guide teachers, instructional leaders, and department chairs in increasing student achievement through a data-informed instructional cycle, targeted professional learning, and consistent observation and feedback.
Mentor, supervise, evaluate, and support teachers and staff through regular classroom observations and actionable feedback.
Establish and uphold ambitious expectations for student performance to ensure all students are progressing toward college and career readiness.
Ensure curriculum, assessments, differentiated learning approaches, and instructional practices align with California State Standards.
Lead the Leadership Team in areas of curriculum, instruction, and assessment across all core subjects and other courses of study.
Design, implement, facilitate, and evaluate professional development for faculty and staff.
Regularly collect, analyze, and share data to drive student achievement and inform school programs, including master scheduling and student access to courses.
Collaborate with teachers to design and implement 21st-century curricula, including personalized and project-based learning.
Coordinate assessments (e.g., CAASPP), analyze results, and share findings to inform instruction.
Stay current with research and participate in professional development and meetings.
Oversee all aspects of student safety and campus security.
Collaborate with support staff to address issues related to student absences, health, and wellness.
Supervise student activities and coordinate student incentive and recognition programs.
Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of school policies and procedures.
Foster positive and effective communication with all stakeholders.
Create a welcoming and enthusiastic environment for staff, students, and parents.
Engage parents and community members to actively participate in and contribute to the school’s vision and goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.