[2026-2027] Assistant Principal

KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools • Philadelphia, PA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Principal at KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools (KPPS), you will directly coach and manage a subset of the school’s teachers, building strong relationships to ensure they possess the skills, content knowledge, and mindsets essential to leading outstanding classrooms. Through frequent observations, feedback, practice, data analysis, and content internalization, you will empower educators to evolve their craft and increase student learning and growth. KPPS is part of the national KIPP Public Schools network and currently leads eight schools serving 3,400 students in North and West Philadelphia. By 2030, KPPS will be serving approximately 4,000 students. KPPS Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Life at KPPS: At KPPS, we believe that talented, committed, and culturally competent educators and staff are the foundation of our students' success. We work to create a professional community grounded in joy, candor, care, and connection – where every team member can bring their authentic self, grow in their craft, and contribute to meaningful work.

Requirements

• Highly Qualified status as defined by the Pennsylvania Department of Education
• 2+ years of full-time teaching experience in an urban setting
• 1+ years of experience coaching and developing teachers (in an AP or similar role)
• Bachelor’s degree
• Willingness to enroll in a Pennsylvania leadership certification program (if not currently held) within one year of being in the role.
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks: PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge and expertise in all aspects of the KIPP Philadelphia Schools instructional design including curriculum, assessment and instructional moves
• Coach all teachers, effectively identifying the teachers’ strengths and growth areas, and leveraging a variety of coaching tools (including frequent observation, real time feedback, practice sessions) to evolve each teacher’s craft and increase learning in their classroom
• Build strong relationships with teachers built on trust, shared clarity, care and transparency
• Analyze instructional data for individual teachers and across the grade(s) or subject areas of focus, pulling out trends, bright spots, and needs and using findings to drive support and initiatives
• Design, lead, and participate in staff professional development, including but not limited to workshops, content teams, data step backs, content internalizations, and planning meetings
• Ensure all teachers have clarity on the expectations of their role, including performance goals connected to student outcomes, effective practice, and core values alignment
• Regularly meet with all teachers to provide feedback on their practice, review outcomes data, and provide the support needed for them to meet their performance goals
• Support teachers in understanding certification expectations, resources, and next steps (provided by the regional office)
• Conduct mid-year and end-of year evaluation meetings with all teachers
• Build up the leadership capacity of teachers over time, supporting teachers in building the skills, knowledge and mindsets essential to achieve their aspirations
• Coach and support Grade Level Chairs and others in teacher leadership positions, working with them to lead and/or support grade or school-wide initiatives
• Coach and manage a Dean of Culture (varies by school)
• Model expectations for leaders, teachers, and students on school-wide practices for a positive learning culture, including modeling our KPPS core values (Children First, Community, Cultural Competence, Ownership)
• Support the implementation of proactive student discipline strategies
• Build strong relationships with students and implement systems that develop their knowledge, skills, social-emotional development, and positive sense of self
• Establish and maintain strong lines of communication with all fellow employees, parents and community partners
• Lead school-wide events and act as school leader when necessary
• Serve as part of the school’s core leadership team, shaping the direction of the school and supporting decision-making
• Lead and help execute school initiatives including but not limited to, annual planning for the coming year, implementation of new focus areas, and other duties as assigned by the School Leader

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families
• 403B matching program for retirement savings
• Performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

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