NJ Certified Assistant Principal 2026-2027

Achievers Early College Prep•Trenton, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Achievers Early College Prep Charter School (AECP) is New Jersey's first public charter school for students in middle school and high school that provides them with the unique opportunity to pursue one of four STEAM pathways (Health Sciences, Digital Media, Audio Engineering and Cisco Computer Networking). Students can have access to a program that allows them to earn up to 60 college credits, NOCTI credentials and workplace training. AECP is determined to ensure that students can enhance their journey through high school and graduate with content mastery, skills, and experiences that are essential to the current marketplace and the world beyond.

Requirements

NJ Principal or Supervisor Certificate, or equivalent
A Master's degree (required)
Experience as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, Dean or equivalent leadership role required
5 years teaching and working in classrooms and coaching teachers, preferably in low-income schools and/or communities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
Excellent organizational, verbal, and written skills
Ability to travel for programming, residency and development opportunities
Relentless dedication to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students
Strong record of driving outstanding student results
Flexible and can adapt to a rapid change
Effective communication skills
Strong data analysis skills
Interest in and passion for supporting teacher growth
Ability to provide high leverage feedback via classroom observations
Grit, personal responsibility, and a commitment to continual professional growth
Strong communications skills with multiple stakeholders including teachers, students, families, and colleagues
Strong organizational skills, careful attention to detail and follow-through
Leadership ability in curriculum and staff development, staff supervision and evaluation, and program evaluation

Nice To Haves

Experience in schools that rely heavily on intervention, literacy, and content knowledge as a means to dramatically increase student achievement
Driven to deliver rigorous instruction by emphasizing student engagement with complex texts, critical thinking, and comprehensive literary analysis
Exhibits a laser focus on analyzing student work and student data, coupled with a deep commitment to data-driven decision making
Quantifiable track record of outstanding academic results
Unwavering commitment to feedback, improvement, practice, and notion of "I'M ALL IN!"
Culturally aware, culturally sensitive, and asset-based thinking

Responsibilities

Assist the Principal in providing exemplary leadership to all school community members to achieve outstanding performance in preparing each student for college
Assist the Principal in developing and communicating strategic school systems, culture, and vision, and building a plan to achieve that vision
Assist the Principal in leading all aspects of Data-Driven Instruction (DDI), Leading Professional Development (PD) and Observation & Feedback (OF)
Assist the Principal in implementing effective assessment systems and using data to inform decisions; curriculum development and assessment; and ensure consistency within the school program and alignment with state and other rigorous standards
Assist the Principal in providing school-wide leadership and the Executive Director in any directed district-related responsibilities
Assist the Principal in conducting daily teacher observations and provide real-time feedback to move the needle on student achievement
Assist the Principal in leading faculty to ensure that all staff are providing well-managed and rigorous daily lessons, reasonable and effective daily homework, and productive after school tutoring
Assist the Principal in holding teachers accountable for meeting a high bar for student performance including requirements for special education accommodations and IEP modifications in partnership with the Special Education Team
Be willing to Co-Teach or Lead at least one class, as it relates to ELA and/or Humanities
Assist the Principal in building a joyful and rigorous school culture
Assist the Principal in providing fostering consistency in academic and behavioral expectations
Assist the Principal in collaborating with school staff to support students' academic and socio-emotional development
Ensure that traditions and rituals that support the school's college mission are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year
Support staff to ensure the effectiveness of after school enrichment programs
Support staff to ensure a positive, safe, and structured culture of high expectations
Assist the Principal and teaching staff members in appraising the performance of all students
Assist the Principal and the child study team in the coordination, delivery, and supervision of special education and student services
Assist in the supervision of students in the cafeteria(s), halls, bus area(s) and other locations where students congregate
Make disciplinary judgments for students; assign detentions or other appropriate disciplinary measures.
Keep accurate records of student disciplinary action and report the same to the principal
Communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children's performance and correspond about school policies, trips, and events
Respond to family concerns promptly and effectively