Assistant Principal (27-28)

KIPP Public Schools Northern California•East Palo Alto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Principal advances student achievement and supports a joyful, inclusive school community by strengthening teacher instructional practice through coaching, feedback, and professional development. Reporting to the School Leader, the Assistant Principal leads instructional improvement within assigned grades or departments and shares responsibility for implementing effective school culture and student support systems. As a member of the school leadership team, the Assistant Principal develops the leadership skills and experience needed to prepare for future school leadership opportunities. The role is primarily school-based, with regular interaction in classrooms and other student learning environments. Occasional travel to other KIPP Northern California locations is expected for Communities of Practice, professional development, and school leadership meetings. The person in this role must have access to reliable transportation for work-related travel. The position involves navigating school and classroom environments, using technology, and occasionally lifting or carrying materials up to 20 pounds. It also requires managing competing priorities, analyzing instructional and student performance information, exercising judgment, and maintaining concentration in an environment with frequent interruptions. KIPP Northern California offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits. The salary range is $105,000–$116,415 for Bay Area Schools and $100,000–$110,872 for Stockton Schools.

Requirements

At least 3 years of successful classroom teaching experience in a K–12 educational setting.
Demonstrated ability to improve student learning through effective instruction, assessment, and responsive instructional practices.
Experience providing instructional feedback, facilitating adult learning, or collaborating with educators to improve teaching practices.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Valid California Preliminary or Clear Teaching Credential, California Administrative Services Credential, or equivalent out-of-state credential or license.
Deep commitment to KIPP’s mission and vision.
Strong understanding of standards-aligned instruction, curriculum implementation, assessment, and evidence-based teaching practices.
Ability to analyze student achievement data and translate findings into actionable instructional improvements.
Strong instructional coaching and feedback skills, including the ability to build trust, identify development needs, and support adult learning.
Ability to establish inclusive learning environments that affirm students' identities, backgrounds, and experiences.
Strong relationship-building, communication, and collaboration skills with students, families, teachers, and school leaders.
Commitment to educational equity and the belief that all students can achieve at high levels with appropriate opportunities and support.
Ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and respond constructively to challenges in a dynamic school environment.
Access to reliable transportation for work-related travel.
Ability to navigate school and classroom environments, use technology, and occasionally lift or carry materials up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous teacher-leadership experience, such as Grade-Level Lead, Department Lead, Content Lead, or Instructional Coach.
Experience designing or facilitating professional development for educators.
Experience supporting school-wide student culture, restorative practices, or social-emotional learning initiatives.
California Administrative Services Credential (Preliminary or Clear).

Responsibilities

Lead instructional improvement within assigned grades or departments, aligning teaching practices and student learning goals with school academic priorities.
Analyze student achievement and assessment data with teachers to identify learning gaps, establish instructional priorities, and implement targeted strategies.
Strengthen the implementation of grade-level standards, curriculum, and assessment practices to support rigorous, engaging, and differentiated instruction.
Monitor instructional progress and student learning outcomes and identify opportunities to adjust teaching practices and instructional supports.
Coach teachers through classroom observations, actionable feedback, collaborative planning, and follow-up.
Develop teachers' ability to use student work, assessment results, and classroom evidence to make instructional decisions.
Facilitate professional learning, including content-team meetings, instructional workshops, and collaborative planning sessions.
Partner with the School Leader to identify teacher development priorities and recommend professional learning opportunities.
Help implement a positive, inclusive, and academically focused school culture that supports student belonging, engagement, and achievement.
Coach teachers in classroom management, relationship-building, and student support practices.
Collaborate with teachers, families, and student support staff to address behavioral and social-emotional needs and ensure timely interventions and consistent school expectations.
Contribute to school routines and student-facing operations, including arrival, dismissal, transitions, and other assigned activities.
Coach emerging teacher leaders, including grade-level and department leads, in instructional leadership, facilitation, and peer coaching.
Partner with the School Leader to identify leadership development opportunities that build internal capacity and strengthen instructional practices.
Facilitate teacher and teacher-leader collaboration to set shared instructional priorities, review student progress, and improve team effectiveness.
Work with the School Leader and leadership team to translate school academic and culture priorities into actionable goals and implementation plans for assigned grades or departments.
Monitor progress toward assigned instructional and culture goals and recommend improvements based on student outcomes, teacher practice, and school systems.
Participate in hiring activities and provide input on candidates' instructional readiness and alignment with KIPP NorCal's mission.
Apply feedback, reflection, and progressively complex leadership experiences to strengthen leadership effectiveness and readiness for future leadership opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.