Virtual Middle School Assistant Principal

OHDELA•Delaware, LA

3d•Remote

About The Position

OHDELA (Ohio Distance and Electronic Learning Academy) is seeking a highly qualified Virtual Assistant Principal to provide a superior education for all students. The Assistant Principal will serve as a cultural, behavioral, and academic leader for the school, reporting to and working closely with the Principal. This role involves partnering with teachers, administrators, parents, and students to ensure an environment focused on academic excellence and accountability. The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship-building skills, excellent project management abilities, and be highly organized. While this is a virtual position, travel will be required several times per year for in-person state testing and student events. This position is open to residents of Ohio.

Requirements

Current valid Principal and Teacher license in the state of Ohio.
Bachelor’s degree in education or related discipline.
Successful completion of federal and state criminal background checks.
Knowledge of state academic content standards.
Minimum seven years of experience in education or related field.
Two or more years of experience in successful school administration/instructional leadership.
Demonstrated skill in developing and maintaining a rigorous academic program that meets the needs of all students.
Experience in public education accountability, compliance, and related legal requirements.
Demonstrated ability to create inclusive environments that honor and support a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
Passion for improving educational opportunities for all students and for building a strong, highly effective organization aligned to this mission.
Understanding of and ability to manage confidential information.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Ohio residency preferred.
Advanced degree in education/educational leadership strongly preferred.
Knowledge of/experience with innovative school designs and instructional models, including those featuring 21st Century learning strategies like blended, inquiry, problem/project based and personalized learning.

Responsibilities

Provide coaching and professional development opportunities in effective classroom management strategies.
Collaborate with staff and families to identify and implement appropriate strategies to improve student behavior, attendance, and engagement.
Engage families and the community in meaningful ways that promote student academic success and well-being.
Implement behavior management practices that motivate students through strong relationships with their teachers and positive reinforcements.
Act as a point person to the local community, effectively communicating the school's mission and vision and soliciting input from parents and families.
Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement.
Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards.
Engage and build strong professional relationships with parents, characterized by timely and regular communications.
Formulate and administer a comprehensive program of Career and Technical Education.
Work collaboratively with administrators, student’s services personnel, and teachers to ensure the delivery of career development services.
Facilitate linkages with parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations to support students’ transition to postsecondary education and employment.
Cultivate partnerships with external organizations that enrich the culture of the school.
Collaborate with leadership to develop, implement, and lead the instructional programs of the school, assessing curriculum, pedagogy, lesson plans and observing classes.
Share responsibility for student achievement as related to academics and social-emotional wellbeing.
Collaborate with Principal to plan and facilitate professional development opportunities for teachers that support instructional best practices.
Collaborate with cross-departmental leadership teams and staff to plan and coordinate staff in-service days, parent-teacher conferences, and extended learning opportunities.
Collaborate with other instructional leaders to ensure the MTSS/RTI process is followed with fidelity.
Collaborate with the principal to coordinate and oversee summer educational opportunities.
Partner with Human Resources to execute a highly effective talent management system of recruiting, selecting, hiring, retaining, recognizing, and supporting all school site staff.
Ensure non-discrimination practices in the selection process of faculty and staff by adhering to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements.
Collaborate with Home Office/Operations Team on the review and reporting requirements of the State, charter authorizing agency and Federal regulatory agencies, school sponsor, including the charter renewal process.
Understand and address all compliance items as they relate to the school's Sponsor Agreement.
Support the state-required testing process including in-person testing.
Assist with updating parent and student manuals, policies, and handbooks.
Stay current on the state’s policies, procedures, and legislation.
Exhibit high-quality communication with all students and families.
Handle student problems escalated by parents and teachers.