USDP Deputy Principal (Fixed-term through June 2027)

Crimson Academies

3d•Remote

About The Position

The USDP Deputy Principal is a member of the US Diploma Pathway leadership team and works closely with the USDP Principal to advance the school's mission and vision, bring the graduate profile into daily practice, and move the campus agenda forward. The two Deputy Principals work side by side to ensure campus coverage and support for students, families, and teachers, with each holding a main area of focus. This Deputy Principal leads the quality and consistency of the high school group and Flex learning experience for grades 9 to 12, ensuring these learning modes develop the qualities in the graduate profile. The role also includes whole-campus leadership responsibilities, including promoting teaching excellence, supporting students and staff, safeguarding, school improvement, and resolving escalated issues. This is a fixed-term position through June 2027.

Requirements

Master's degree in Education or Educational Leadership.
Valid teaching license.
At least 5 years of teaching experience.
At least 2 years of school leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of US high school diploma requirements and AP.
Proven calendar, timetable, and scheduling skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading teachers in live group instruction, ideally online.

Responsibilities

Champion the school's mission, vision, and graduate profile, and drive campus priorities set with the USDP Principal.
Champion teaching excellence by observing, coaching, and sharing strong practice across all learning modes.
Act as the Principal's designee when the Principal is unavailable, on a rotation agreed with the other Deputy Principal.
Contribute to campus strategy, policy, and annual improvement planning.
Support students across all grades and learning modes (Group, Flex, Da Vinci) whenever needed.
Share responsibility for student conduct and handle escalated discipline matters.
Lead and model safeguarding and child protection practice.
Support WASC accreditation and ongoing school improvement.
Co-lead staff briefings and professional development.
Participate in teacher recruitment, interviews, and onboarding.
Resolve escalated issues with students, families, teachers, and scheduling.
Maintain accurate student records in Sisyphus and support compliance requirements.
Use academic data to identify trends and drive improvement.
Lead, observe, and coach group and Flex teachers.
Own the annual school calendar and timetable, including ongoing changes.
Manage daily teacher coverage and the Supervision and Substitution Scheme.
Oversee group teacher timesheets.
Lead AP course setup, College Board audits, and AP exam administration.
Support Admissions Officers with high school course planning, placement, and transfer credit.
Advise National Honor Society and coordinate select student clubs.
Oversee student recognition, house leaders, and high school student voice.
Lead accommodations and learning support within group and Flex classes.