High School Assistant Principal - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy • Duluth, GA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The High School Assistant Principal serves as a key instructional and operational leader supporting teaching, learning, and student success for grades 9–12 at Georgia Connections Academy, a statewide virtual public charter school. Working in partnership with the High School Principal and district leadership, the Assistant Principal supports instructional quality, student engagement, staff development, and schoolwide systems in a virtual learning environment. This role is designed for leaders who are deeply committed to high school education and who understand the academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of adolescents. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in translating instructional vision into practice while supporting teachers, students, and families across a statewide school community.

Requirements

• Master’s degree.
• Valid Georgia Tier I Educational Leadership and Clearance certification, or the ability to obtain the certification.
• Experience teaching and/or leading at the high school level (grades 9-12).
• Demonstrated knowledge of:
• ○ High school instructional practices and adolescent development.
• ○ Curriculum implementation and data-driven instruction.
• ○ Public school organization and accountability systems.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• ○ Support instructional improvement through coaching and feedback.
• ○ Build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• ○ Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.
• ○ Collaborate effectively within a leadership team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience serving in a school leadership role (e.g., Assistant Principal, Instructional Lead, Dean, Program Coordinator).
• Experience leading or supporting innovative programs for students in grades 9–12 (e.g., STEAM, project-based learning, virtual or blended learning models, enrichment academies).
• Experience in a virtual or blended learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership
• Support the implementation and monitoring of high-quality high school instruction aligned to state standards.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide actionable instructional feedback and coaching to strengthen teaching practices and improve student learning outcomes.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional adjustments, interventions, and enrichment.
• Support and monitor the implementation of remediation, acceleration, and enrichment programs to meet the diverse needs of students in grades 9–12.
• Assist in the development and monitoring of school improvement goals and action plans.
• Staff Support and Development
• Support the supervision, coaching, and evaluation of high school teachers and instructional staff.
• Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and supporting new teachers.
• Assist in planning and facilitate professional learning for teachers aligned to instructional priorities and student needs, including guidance and support for effective Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented professional culture.
• Student Support and School Culture
• Support positive school culture and student engagement in a virtual high school environment.
• Assist with student behavior, attendance, participation, and accountability processes.
• Partner with counselors, special education staff, and administrators to support the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Promote equity, access, and belonging for a diverse high school population.
• Operations and Compliance
• Support schoolwide systems related to assessments, accountability, scheduling, and compliance.
• Assist with the coordination of in-person events, including assessments and school-based activities.
• Ensure adherence to district, state, and federal requirements, including those specific to virtual education.
• Collaborate with school and district leaders to support enrollment, staffing, and program implementation.
• Family and Community Engagement
• Communicate effectively with families regarding academic progress, expectations, and supports.
• Support family engagement initiatives and problem-solving in partnership with school leaders.
• Represent the school professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

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